About the Internet .1.

The Internet has made a significant impact on the medical industry. In just a few years, medical resources such as hypermedia textbooks, electronic journals, and medical discussion groups have become widely available. Many people, including medical professionals, have begun to search for more information about the Internet and the many benefits it has to offer. A brief overview of the Internet is presented and the resources that are of interest to clinicians are described. A brief review of the technology that makes the Internet possible is also provided.