E

e-mail

An application used to exchange notes and files between two or more people. An e-mail address is identified by the username and the service provider, such as bob@network.com.

encryption

The manipulation of data to prevent accurate interpretation by all but those for whom the data is intended.

Ethernet

A protocol that defines the rules for computer communication over certain types of network cables and other physical media. It is the dominant protocol in use for both home and businesses.

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