Developments on the Internet: a practical guide for primary care physicians

Recent developments have made the Internet a helpful professional resource for primary care practitioners. The introduction of the World Wide Web has overcome many of the barriers that previously made it difficult to access useful information on the Internet. For teachers of primary care, the capability of combining graphic, sound, and video files is particularly exciting. User-friendly search strategies help users find needed information quickly. This article provides practical steps for accessing the Internet, introduces the concept of the World Wide Web, and provides a list of specific resources useful to primary care teachers, clinicians, and researchers.