Using the Internet for Social Science Research and Practice

Chapter Preview

What is Electronic Mail?

How Does Electronic Mail Work?

Internet Addresses

Types of Internet Organizations

Getting Connected

Personal Equipment

Internet Service Providers

Using Electronic Mail

Sending and Receiving Electronic Mail

Parts of an Electronic Message

Advanced Features in Electronic Mail

Distribution Lists

Mailing Lists

Subscribing to Mailing Lists

Finding Electronic Mail Addresses

Research Uses of Electronic Mail

Conclusion

Notes

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