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 commercial software application. A commonly used Local Area Network type where computers access the same data line one at a time. 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. Internet Terms archie A method of searching for flies on anonymous FTP servers. The rate at which you can send or receive information through your connection to the Internet. The total range of information available through computer networks.