To participate effectively in this lecture and discussion series, it is important that you have a reasonably good idea, first, of the way in which the Internet works and, second, of the main features of the legal doctrines pertaining to violence against women. If you already feel comfortable in both of those dimensions, you need not engage in this orientation program. If not, we strongly suggest that you follow this self-guided tour.
We'll begin with technology. As you may have discovered already, there exists on the Internet a bewildering array of materials that try to explain how the Internet itself functions. We have sifted though those materials and arranged the most accurate and concise of them under five headings. You should follow the links set forth below, read all of the articles listed under each of these headings (don't be dismayed; most are very short), and familiarize yourself with all of the "key terms" listed at the bottom of each page.
· How the World Wide Web Works
· Technological Protection Systems
· Authorities of Internet Governance
To assist you, we have also supplied a "Technical Glossary" with many interconnections. If, after perusing these materials, you are still hungry for more information, check out our list of "Additional Resources."