A protocol telling the network how packets are addressed and routed.

Internet protocol numerical address assigned to each computer on the Internet so that its location and activities can be distinguished from those of other computers. The format is ##.##.##.## with each number ranging from 0 through 255 (e.g. 125.45.87.204)

A business or organization that provides Internet access and related services, to consumers.

Any technology that allows for two way communication between the audience and the television service provider (such as the broadcaster, cable operator

A programming language designed for building applications on the Internet. It allows for advanced features, increased animation detail and real time updates. Small applications called (Java) applets can be downloaded from a server and executed by (Java) compatible browsers like Microsoft Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator.