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User Interface: The part of a program with which a user interacts, such as a menu, button or toolbar.
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A computer operating system. UNIX® is the most common operating system for servers on the Internet. It was co-created by AT&T researchers Dennis Ritchie and Ken Thompson.
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Transferring data from the computer you are using to another computer. It is the opposite of download.
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The speed at which the data is transferred from one computer to another.
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Universal Plug and Play: Allows devices to connect seamlessly and to simplify the implementation of networks in the home and corporate environments.
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Uniform Resource Locator: An address that specifies the location of a file on the Internet. For example http://www.aol.com.
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Universal Serial Bus: A "plug and play" interface between a computer and add-on devices such as camera and microphone. Using a USB connection, a device can be added to your computer without turning the computer off.
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User's Network: A world-wide network of discussion groups that allows reading and posting of news in various newsgroups. There are thousands of newsgroups covering a myriad of topics.
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A construction of letters and numbers that, in conjunction with a password, uniquely identifies a person and gives the user access to their computer account.
