Measured in bits per second. Browser - client based software program providing capability to view Internet resources. Able to operate from small standalone computer systems or larger systems. CIS - CompuServe Information Service is a commercial online service which has a variety of business resources and forums. Client - software program for contacting and obtaining data from server software program located on a remote computer.
Client programs work with server programs and server programs require specific client programs.
Commercial Online Service - service providers where users pay a fee to dial into a large centralized computer system. These providers offer conferences, forums, files, news and other information. Examples include America Online, CompuServe, Prodigy and others. These services also offer a wide range of internet services as part of their monthly fee. Crossposting - posting one message to multiple discussion groups in order to cover a wider audience.