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GLOSSARY
Internet
A cooperatively run, globally distributed collection of com-
puter networks that exchange information via a common
set of rules for exchanging data (Transfer Control Protocol/
Internet Protocol or TCP/IP).
Intranet
An intranet is a web site created by a business, which posts
its own company information in a secure part of the Internet
that only employees or other authorized users can reach.
Intranets are generally protected by firewalls.
Kbps
Kilobits per second.
Kilobyte (KB)
1024 bits (Approximately 1/2 page of plain text)
Modem
Hardware that translates and transmits data over wire-line
or wireless.
Package Minutes
Package minutes are those minutes included in the cost of a
monthly service plan. Once the packaged minutes have been
exhausted, additional airtime charges apply. Please refer to
Plans and Pricing for more information, details and offers
in your area.
Packet Switching
Packet-switching messages are divided into packets or pieces
before transmission over one or more routes and are reas-
sembled at their destination.
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