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Lesson Definitions

The following technical words and terms have been used in this lesson...

  1. Virtual tour: An experience created by a computer.
  2. Modem: A devise that connects a computer to the telephone line.
  3. Gateway: An entrance or route onto the Internet.
  4. Username: Unique name used while using the Internet.
  5. Password: Private secret word or code that is used to identify the user. when logging onto the Internet.
  6. Subscription: Montly cost of using the Internet payable to the ISP.
  7. ISP: Internet Service Provider - Keepers of the Internet gateway.
  8. Online: If an activity or service can be accessed from the Internet we say it is available online.
  9. Operating System: Software that coordinates the integration of hardware components and software.
  10. User Friendly: Ease of use.
  11. Menu items: List of commands or utilities available off a drop down box or menu.