internet

Internet
n.
A global network of computers, networks, and websites that allows the exchange of information through domain names, IP addresses, email, file sharing, and other mechanisms. See also World Wide Web

The Essential Law Dictionary. — Sphinx Publishing, An imprint of Sourcebooks, Inc. . 2008.


internet
A network of interconnected networks that enables any computer connected to the network to communicate with any other computer connected to the network, using internationally recognised standards and protocols. Two of the most important such protocols are Internet protocol (IP) and transmission control protocol (TCP), together known as TCP/IP.
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Practical Law Dictionary. Glossary of UK, US and international legal terms. . 2010.


internet
A worldwide telecommunications network of business, government, and personal computers.

Dictionary from West's Encyclopedia of American Law. 2005.


internet
A worldwide telecommunications network of business, government, and personal computers.

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