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The Internet

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CookieA special file that stores personal information on the user's computer.
HTMLA language used on the WWW that defines the hypertext links between documents.
File Transfer ProtocolA set of rules that dictates the format in which data is sent from one computer to another.
Web PageA doument developed using HTML an dcontains information about a particular subject.
IntranetA internal network whose interface and accessibility are modeled after an Internet-based web site.
DomainA name given to a computer connected to the internet which identifies the type of organization using the computer.
Internet Service ProviderAn intermediary service between the internet backbone and the user providing access to the Internet.
Universal Resource LocatorAn Internet address used with HTTP inthe format type://address/path
PostingPublishing a document on the Internet.
TelecommutersA person who works at home or on the road and requires access to computer equipment.
Hypertext LinkA word, icon, or other object that when clicked jumps to another location on the document or Web page.
Email AddressAn address that identifies an idividual user and enables the person to send and receive e-mail messages.
FirewallAn antipiracy method for protecting networks.
Web BrowserA program that enables the user to view Web pages and navigate web sites.
NewsgroupAn electronic storage space where users can post messages to other users.
WebsiteA collection of related Web pages.
Instant MessangerChat software that enables users to set up buddy lists and open a window to chat.
World Wide WebAn Internet service developed to incorporate footnotes, figures, and cross-references into online hypertext documents.
On Line ServiceA telecommunications service that supplies e-mail and information search tools.



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