Bit the smallest unit of information on a machine, more meaningful information is obtained by combining consecutive bits into larger units. Browser software program that resides on the computer to help users access, view and interact with information on the Net. The browser is the basic tool for surfing. Cyberspace the online world. Digital certificates used to establish and authenticate individual s transactions on the Net.
Discussion lists topical forums through which subscribers exchange subject-specific email.
Also known as mailing lists. Download - the process of copying a file or program from the Internet onto your computer. The reverse, copying a file from your computer onto the Internet, is called uploading. Encryption - the process of enciphering or encoding all personal information, including credit card numbers, to prevent its interception by unauthorised third parties as the information travels over the Net. Email - method of electronic messaging to communicate, any time of the day, anywhere in the world, with almost instant delivery.