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Unit 3 The internet1．identify v．确认；认出→identity n．身份；个性2．distant adj.远的；远处的→distance n．距离3．benefit n. 益处vt.使受益vi.得益于→beneficial adj.有益的；受益的4．convenient adj.方便的；近便的→convenience n．方便；便利；便利设施5．inspire vt.鼓舞；激励；启发思考→inspired adj.受鼓舞的；有灵感的6．blog n．博客vi.写博客→blogger n．博主；博客作者7．access n．通道；(使用、查阅、接近或面见的)机会vt.进入；使用；获取→accessible adj.可接近的；可进入的1．hunt vt.& vi.打猎；搜寻；追捕n．搜寻；搜索；打猎①They have decided to go hunting this weekend.v．打猎②They are still hunting for the missing child，who disappeared last Sunday after attending her friend's birthday party.v.搜寻③The hunt for the injured climber continued throughout the night.n.搜寻2．stream vt.流播(不用下载直接在互联网上播放音视频)；流出vi.(液体)流动n．小河；溪流；(人)流；(车)流；一连串①Stream full movies and save everything！vt.流播②She sat with tears streaming down her face.v.流动③Jane began to walk along the stream.n.小溪Words And Phrases知识要点1convenient adj.方便的；近便的(教材P28)There are countless articles telling us how the Internet has made our lives more convenient.有无数的文章告诉我们互联网如何使我们的生活更方便。
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Unit 3 THE INTERNET
STRONGER TOGETHER: HOW WE HAVE BEEN CHANGED BY THE INTERNET
Much has been written about the wonders of the World Wide Web. There are countless articles telling us how the Internet has made our life more convenient. We no longer have to wait in line or carry cash around when we go shopping. We can get the most updated information from large databases. We can download software, documents, and images whenever we need them. But the Internet has done much more for people than simply make life more convenient. People’s lives have been changed by online communities and social networks.
Jan Tchamani, an English teacher in Birmingham, UK, suddenly
developed a serious illness and had to quit her job. At age 50. she found herself out of work and stuck at home with only her computer to keep her company. After a while, she discovered that surfing the Internet could help her feel less lonely and bored. She could listen to music, watch films, play games, and explore the world. She also joined an online group where she could talk about her problems and get support and advice from others. She realised that one of the greatest benefits of the Internet was its ability to remove the distance that actually exists between people.
She was so inspired by the people she met online that she decided to start an IT club to teacher older people how to use computers and the Internet. She and her friends now organise events and collect money for private teachers. Many people have been helped by the club. A 59-year-old man learnt how to apply for work online and found a great job. Now that he works and can take care of himself, his daughter has time to study at
university. A 61-year-old woman who was living alone has started a small online company together with two friends. She no longer feels lonely, and her company has become quite successful.
Jan has started taking online classes to learn more about how to use the Internet to make society better. She believes that it is highly important to bridge the digital divide and make sure that everyone has access to the Internet and knows how to use technology. Her next goal is to start a charity website to raise money for children in poor countries.
Jan’s life has been greatly improved by the Internet. “when you go through tough times, you meet others who are facing similar challenges.” Jan says. “Thinking about other people’s situation inspired me to offer help.”
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Today I thought I’d blog about a question that has been asked many times-how do you stay safe online and avoid bad experiences on the Internet? I’m not an expert, but many years as a blogger have taught me a thing or two.
First of all, there’s the golden rule of the Internet: if you see or
read something that makes you feel uncomfortable, leave the site immediately. Don’t post comments or click on anything. Second, protect you privacy. Don’t give out your address or phone number. Someone might use the information to steal your identity. Identity theft is a common and serious problem. Third, be polite. Being online is no excuse for being rude, and you don’t want to become a target for a troll or cyberbully. A troll is a person who posts comments or questions in order to stir up trouble online. Trolls often use several false names so that they can stay on a site. A cyberbully uses the Internet to be mean to others. Like a troll, a cyberbully will also write something mean but it is usually directed at particular people. He or she may also post embarrassing photos and information about these people. However, the more polite you are, the less likely it is you will be attacked.
Have you had any bad experiences online, or do you have some good advice for staying safe? Post your comments below!。
