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Glosssary of Web Terms

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Name Server

A computer that performs the mapping of Domain Names to IP addresses. Must run specialized software such as BIND in the UNIX operating system. Ideally, they should have a constant and fast connection to the Internet. They also must be registered with a .com .net .org Registry so that their addresses can be logged and they can be found within the DNS system. Domain Names must be hosted on at least 2 unique (different) Name Servers at all times.
 

Navigation

The process of moving through a website following links.
 

Netiquette

Etiquette of the Internet.
 

Netizen

An Internet citizen.
 

Netscape

A browser designed by Netscape, originally based on the Mosaic browser. Download a free copy of Netscape Navigator.
 

Network

A group of at least 2 connected computers.
 

Newsgroup

A discussion based group on the Internet.
 

NIC

(Network Information Center) An organization responsible for supplying information for the networks that comprise the Internet.
 

NIC Handle

A unique character string, used by some Registries, that maps to a database entry containing contact details for a person, or organization.