136 Glossary
IP address (Internet Protocol address)
ISP (Internet service provider)
Java applet
JavaScript
local
log
modem
network
NAT (network address translation)
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A company that supplies Internet access to individuals and companies. Most ISPs offer additional Internet connectivity services, such as Web site hosting.
A small program that runs in a restricted environment, sometimes referred to as a sandbox, that is managed by your browser. Most Java applets are used to add multimedia effects, interactivity, or other functionality to a Web page, but they can also be used for malicious purposes, such as password theft.
A scripting language that is similar to, but less capable than, Java. JavaScript code can be included in Web pages to add interactivity and other functionality.
A term that refers to your computer, as opposed to a remote computer.
A record of actions and events that take place on a computer or handheld device.
A device that modulates (converts to analog) and demodulates (converts from analog) digital data for transmission over a telephone line. Also includes interface devices for digital connections to the Internet, such as ISDN, cable, and DSL.
A set of computers and associated hardware connected together in a work group for the purpose of sharing information and hardware among users.
A method of converting IP addresses used on an intranet or local area network into Internet IP addresses. This lets many computers share an Internet IP address. More importantly, it hides the IP addresses of network computers from outsiders.
