| A | B |
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| Attachment | files that are sent along with the email |
| bcc | blind carbon copy, notation for recipient(s) that are hidden from view |
| Blogs | web-based journals often used by individuals or groups to maintain a record of thoughts, pictures, and interests |
| Body | the message of the memo or email |
| cc | carbon copy, notation for additional recipient names and web addresses |
| Chatting | talking in real-time to other network users from all parts of the World |
| Discussion Boards | online bulletin boards that provide a forum for users to post and respond to messages from other users |
| Email | electronic exchange of messages and files that are connected to the Internet or some other computer network via wireless or other link |
| Flaming | posting or sending offensive messages over the Internet, it is not considered proper netiquette |
| Login | A procedure to identify yourself to the computer system that provides access to the Internet |
| Log off | The steps to disconnect from the main or computer system |
| Moderated Discussion Board | an administrator and/or moderator monitor discussion |
| Netiquette | The do’s and don’ts of online communication |
| On-line Communication | Communication transmitted by the use of telecommunications software, a modem, and telephone connection |
| Password | A unique set of characters that secure entry into a computer system or information service |
| Podcasting | a method of publishing files to the Internet, allowing users to subscribe to a feed and receive new files automatically, usually an audio file |
| Secure website | A website that uses data encryption to keep all information protected |
| Signature | the name and contact information of the sender |
| SPAM | unwanted emails from advertisers and users that contain malicious and explicit material or try to sell products or services |
| Spyware | malicious software designed to take partial control of a computer’s operation without the knowledge or consent of the user |
| Text messaging | keyed messages relayed via a pager or cell phone |
| Unmoderated Discussion Board | no administrator/moderator is present |
| Username | Part of an e-mail address that identifies the specific person at that site |
| Virus | Computer program that attaches to a file and spreads from one computer to another, over the Internet and over a network |
