Telnet A network protocol that allows you to logon to a remote host. After you logon to a remote host, you will use its commands and programs since anything you type is sent directly to that host. Do not confuse Telnet with Telenet , a commercia l software application. Token Ring A commonly used Local Area Network type where computers access the same data line one at a time. Virus A program written and distributed to cause harm to computers.
Viruses copy themselves to diskettes or onto networks and spread.
A network that covers a large geographic area. An information browser that allows you to easily explore related topics on the Internet.