Chapter 10 Flashcards
Add-On (plug-in)
A software application that can be purchased to enhance the features of another software application.
Network
Two or more computers connected to each other so they can share resources
Browser
A software program that allows viewing and interaction with various kinds of resources available on the internet
Internet Service Provider (ISP)
A private company that provides access to the internet for a fee
Server
A large computer that contains a large amount of information and directs customers’ inquiries to the internet
Protocol
The set of rules that two computers use to communicate with each other
Domain Name
A unique name that identifies an internet site
Type Identifier
A suffix attached to a domain name that identifies the type of organization
Cyber-Squatter
A person who registers a trademarked domain name in order to extort money from the trademark holder
typo-squatting
Changing a letter in a trademark to circumvent the dispute resolution policy
Phishing
Fraudulent e-mail scams that are designed to steal a person’s identity
Spoof Site
A fraudulent website that looks like a website from a large, reputable company
