Internet terms and Condition

Anti-Virus Program - An antivirus program is a software utility designed to protect your computer or network against computer viruses. If and when a virus is detected, the computer displays a warning asking what action should be done, often giving the options to remove, ignore, or move the file to the vault.

Applet - a very small application, especially a utility program performing one or a few simple functions.

Archive -a collection of historical documents or records providing information about a place, institution, or group of people.

ASCII - is the most common format for text files in computers and on the Internet. In an ASCII file, each alphabetic, numeric, or special character is represented with a 7-bit binary number (a string of seven 0s or 1s). 128 possible characters are defined.

Bandwidth -the range of frequencies within a given band, in particular that used for transmitting a signal.

Baud rate - Baud rate by definition means the number of times a signal in a communications channel changes state.

BBS - A bulletin board system (BBS) is a computer or an application dedicated to the sharing or exchange of messages or other files on a network. Originally an electronic version of the type of bulletin board found on the wall in many kitchens and work places, the BBS was used to post simple messages between users.

Binary - relating to, using, or expressed in a system of numerical notation that has 2 rather than 10 as a base.

Bitmap - a representation in which each item corresponds to one or more bits of information, especially the information used to control the display of a computer screen.

Blog or Blogging - a regularly updated website or web page, typically one run by an individual or small group, that is written in an informal or conversational style.

Bookmark - record the address of (a website, file, etc.) to enable quick access in future.

Bounce –

Bug - a bug is a coding error in a computer program. (Here we consider a program to also include the microcode that is manufactured into a microprocessor.) The process of finding bugs before program users do is called debugging.

Byte - a byte considered as a unit of memory size.

CGI -  is the application of computer graphics to create or contribute to images in art, printed media, video games, films, television programs, commercials, videos, and simulators.

Chain Letter - one of a sequence of letters, each recipient in the sequence being requested to send copies to a specific number of other people.

Chat - talk in a friendly and informal way. An informal conversation.

Chat room - an area on the Internet or other computer network where users can communicate, typically limiting communication to a particular topic.

Client - a desktop computer or workstation that is capable of obtaining information and applications from a server.

Counter - A web counter or hit counter is a computer software program that indicates the number of visitors, or hits, a particular webpage has received. Once set up, these counters will be incremented by one every time the web page is accessed in a web browser.

Cyberspace - the notional environment in which communication over computer networks occurs.

Database - a structured set of data held in a computer, especially one that is accessible in various ways.

Dedicated Line - a dedicated line is a communications cable or other facility dedicated to a specific application, in contrast with a shared resource such as the telephone network or the Internet.

Dial-up - used remotely via a telephone line.

Domain name - the part of a network address that identifies it as belonging to a particular domain.

Download - copy (data) from one computer system to another, typically over the Internet.

Electronic Mall –

Ethernet - a system for connecting a number of computer systems to form a local area network, with protocols to control the passing of information and to avoid simultaneous transmission by two or more systems.

FAQ - a list of questions and answers relating to a particular subject, especially one giving basic information for users of a website.

Firewall - a part of a computer system or network that is designed to block unauthorized access while permitting outward communication.

Frame - a basic structure that underlies or supports a system, concept, or text.

Freeware - software that is available free of charge.

FTP - is a standard network protocol used to transfer computer files from one host to another host over a TCP-based network, such as the Internet. FTP is built on a client-server architecture and uses separate control and data connections between the client and the server.

GIF - a lossless format for image files that supports both animated and static images.

Gigabyte - a unit of information equal to one billion (10⁹) or, strictly, 2³⁰ bytes.

Hacker - a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data.

Header - a shot or pass made with the head. A headlong fall or dive.

HTS –

HOMEPAGE - the introductory page of a website, typically serving as a table of contents for the site. A web page set as the default or start-up page on a browser.

HOST - store (a website or other data) on a server or other computer so that it can be accessed over the Internet.

HTML - Hypertext Markup Language, a standardized system for tagging text files to achieve font, color, graphic, and hyperlink effects on World Wide Web pages.

HTTP -  is an application protocol for distributed, collaborative, hypermedia information systems. HTTP is the foundation of data communication for the World Wide Web. Hypertext is structured text that uses logical links (hyperlinks) between nodes containing text.

Hyperlink - a link from a hypertext file or document to another location or file, typically activated by clicking on a highlighted word or image on the screen.

Hypertext - a software system that links topics on the screen to related information and graphics, which are typically accessed by a point-and-click method.