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Internet communication

All the ways used by people to communicate with each other over the Internet, including e-mail, instant messaging (IM), feedback on blogs, contact forms on Web sites, industry forums, chat rooms and social networking sites.

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Internet communication

annoyware

Internet; Internet communication

A type of shareware that interrupts the user while they're using the program and asks the user to register or pay for the software. This usually takes the form of some sort of pop-up box.

data file

Internet; Internet communication

A file that contains information rather than an executable program. Also called document file.

anonymous e-mail

Internet; Internet communication

An e-mail message that has been directed to the recipient through a third party server and does not identify the sender.

data flow

Internet; Internet communication

The movement of information through a computer system.

anti-glare screen

Internet; Internet communication

An add-on device made from polarized material that can be placed in front of a monitor's screen to reduce glare and prevent eyestrain.

cryptology

Internet; Internet communication

The study of encryption and code breaking.

address book

Internet; Internet communication

A feature of most email programs that lets users maintain and store multiple email addresses. The address book enables users to easily send an email message to multiple recipients. It lets users ...

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