Frequently Asked Questions Internet Tools Questions Q1.
Gopher is a menu-style utility that makes connection to the Internet very easy.
By selecting from a gopher menu, it is possible to make connections all over the world. Some care must be taken to observe instructions when new connections are made. Remember that not everyone in the world has the same computer, and different sites have different rules for access. Gopher is named after the University of Minnesota mascot, where the original gopher was developed. Archie is an Internet file search tool.