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INTERNET
GLOSSARY
BOOKMARKS–a
file of links stored in a browser for quick, easy access to Web
pages without remembering or typing the URL.
BROWSER–software package that allows you to navigate Web pages.
BUTTON–an
active element on a Web page that allows a user to select another
page or information.
BYTES–the
number of bits of information stored on a page or file, often expressed
in kilobytes (thousands), megabytes (millions), or gigabytes (billions).
CLICK–to
place your cursor over a link or button and physically click the
button on your mouse.
COOKIE–information
automatically stored on your computer by a Web browser to identify
you and tailor information based on your interests; often slipped
onto your computer when you visit a site.
DOWNLOAD–to
transfer a file from a Web site to your personal computer.
DROP-DOWN-BOXES-text
lists that drop down from a menu from which you can make choices.
FAQs–frequently
asked questions, a common feature on Web sites.
FIELDS–areas
in an electronic form to fill in information, such as a name or
phone number.
FIREWALL–security
measures meant to protect a networked system from unauthorized or
unwelcome intrusion.
FORM–interactive
Web page that allows users to submit information or pre-formatted
requests or queries or to answer pre-formatted questions.
HARDWARE–the
electronic or mechanical equipment of your computer.
HOME
PAGE–the first page of a Web site, sometimes after a “splash
page.”
ICONS–graphic
representations of functions on software toolbars.
INTERNET–the
worldwide network of interconnected computers that includes a graphic
portion known as the World Wide Web (or “the Web”).
ISP
(Internet Service Provider)–a company or organization that
maintains a connection to the Internet, often a commercial enterprise
or university.
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LINKS–a
hypertext connection between Web pages or sites.
LOGIN-IN
or LOGIN-ON ID-account name used to access a computer system;
also, to gain access to a computer system.
MENU
BAR–a list of choices on a Web page.
PLUG
IN'S-a small program added to a larger program to allow the larger
program to do more and or specific applications.
QUCIKTIME*–a
special application for viewing movies.
SCREEN
RESOLUTION–number of pixels high and wide your screen is set
to display, such as 640 x 480 and 600 x 800.
SEARCH
ENGINE–a Web site that helps users locate information on other
Web sites.
SERVER–a
computer system that manages, delivers, and stores Web sites.
SHOCKWAVE*–a
plug-in program that helps interactive multimedia presentations to play
in a browser window.
SOFTWARE–any
computer program that instructs the hardware how to work.
SPALSH
PAGE–an introductory page that attracts users to your site and
which leads into your home page.
STREAMING–software
that allows viewing a continuous stream of a multimedia file without first
downloading the entire file.
TIMEOUT–breaking
of a connection to a Web site after a determined amount of inactive time.
TOOLBAR–selectable
options on a software window, usually shown graphically.
URL
(Universal Resource Locator)–the Internet “address” of a Web
page.
VIEWER–a
program or add-on used to view graphic images, video, or animation, often
in a Web page.
WEB–shortened
jargon for World Wide Web.
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