<title>Learn about the benefits of using the Internet</title>
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<klink type="cncpt">Tell me about the benefits of using the Internet</klink>
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<p>The Internet is an international network of computers that contains a vast amount of information. You can work, learn, shop, communicate with others, or just have fun, all from the comfort of your home. On the Internet, you can:</p>
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<tease>Get up-to-date information fast</tease>
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<p>You don't have to drive to a library, thumb through the yellow pages, buy stamps, or wait for normal business hours to find what you need.</p>
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<tease>View Web pages all over the world</tease>
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<p>Using Money's built-in <glossary>Web browser</glossary>, you can view documents and Web pages on computers all over the world by typing the Web address (sometimes called a URL) that identifies the location of the computer. For example, www.MSN.com is the address for the MSN Web site.</p>
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<tease>Conduct common financial transactions</tease>
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<p>With an Internet connection and Money, you can <glossary>download</glossary>
<glossary tNum="287052">online statements</glossary> from your bank or broker to your computer, pay bills online, download the latest market quotes, and much more.</p>
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<tease>Read investment news and financial tips</tease>
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<p>You can use MSN Money on the Web to get late-breaking investment news and financial tips.</p>
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<p>Finally, you can use the Internet to download updates of your financial information and improvements to Money.</p>