2006-12-04 00:37:10 · 16 answers · asked by jun a 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
ISP
Internet Service Provider
A company that provides users access to the Internet. Before you can connect to the Net, you must first establish an account with an ISP. For a monthly fee, the Internet Service Provider gives you a software package, a username, a password, and an access phone number. Once you install the software on your computer and go through the registration process, you'll be able to surf the Web, send e-mail, chat, and read the newsgroups, among many other things.
The speed of your connection will depend on the bandwidth of the hardware you use to connect (the options include air, glass, cable, or cord).
ISPs have a wide range of prices and packages to choose from. For example, there are accounts tailored for large companies, providing a direct connection from the company's network to the Internet, and there are accounts for individuals who only plan on moderate usage, connecting by dial-up. The best thing to do when choosing an ISP is to be sure it has a local access number so you won't have to dial long-distance (or pay toll charges) to connect. Also try to get an account that offers unlimited access, as well as free Web space for you to house your own Web site.
2006-12-04 00:48:18 · answer #1 · answered by redbull_photo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An ISP (Internet service provider) is a company that provides individuals and other companies access to the Internet and other related services such as Web site building and virtual hosting. An ISP has the equipment and the telecommunication line access required to have a point-of-presence on the Internet for the geographic area served. The larger ISPs have their own high-speed leased lines so that they are less dependent on the telecommunication providers and can provide better service to their customers. Among the largest national and regional ISPs are AT&T WorldNet, IBM Global Network, MCI, Netcom, UUNet, and PSINet.
ISPs also include regional providers such as New England's NEARNet and the San Francisco Bay area BARNet. They also include thousands of local providers. In addition, Internet users can also get access through online service providers (OSP) such as America Online and Compuserve.
The larger ISPs interconnect with each other through MAE (ISP switching centers run by MCI WorldCom) or similar centers. The arrangements they make to exchange traffic are known as peering agreements. There are several very comprehensive lists of ISPs world-wide available on the Web.
An ISP is also sometimes referred to as an IAP (Internet access provider). ISP is sometimes used as an abbreviation for independent service provider to distinguish a service provider that is an independent, separate company from a telephone company.
2006-12-04 01:32:15 · answer #2 · answered by sankaaaa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Internet Service Provider
2006-12-04 00:39:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Internet Service Provider
2006-12-04 00:45:52 · answer #4 · answered by uk_duggy_uk 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Internet Service Provider
2006-12-04 00:42:38 · answer #5 · answered by zack_falcon 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Internet Service Provider
2006-12-04 00:40:48 · answer #6 · answered by Slimm D 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Internet Service Provider
2006-12-04 00:39:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Internet Service Provider
2006-12-04 00:39:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
ISP = Internet Service Provider
The guys who hook you up to the good stuff.
Cheers.
2006-12-04 00:40:03 · answer #9 · answered by chopchubes 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Internet service provider
(Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Small ISPs provide service via modem and ISDN while the larger ones also offer private line hookups (T1, fractional T1, etc.). Customers are generally billed a fixed rate per month, but other charges may apply. For a fee, a Web site can be created and maintained on the ISP's server, allowing the smaller organization to have a presence on the Web with its own domain name.
Large ISPs, such as America Online (AOL) and Microsoft Network (MSN), also provide proprietary databases, forums and services in addition to Internet access. For more information on this industry,
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ISP is short for:
Meaning Category
I'm So Prissy Internet->Chat
ISDN Security Program Governmental->Military
In System Programming Computing->Software
Inferior Service Provider Miscellaneous->Funnies
Information Service Provider Computing->General
Information Systems Professional Business->Positions
Infrastructure Service Provider Governmental->US Government
Innovative Service Program Business->General
Institut Supérieur Pédagogique Regional->African
Instruction Set Processor Computing->Hardware
Integrated Support Plan Governmental->Military
Interface strain parameter Academic & Science->Electronics
Intermediate Start Position Community->Sports
International Security Passport Governmental->US Government
International Society for Pathophysiology Medical->Veterinary
International Specialty Products Business->NYSE Symbols
Internet Security Protocol Computing->Security
Internet Service Provider Community->Media
Business->Firms
Computing->Telecom
Computing->General
Internet
Computing->Drivers
Internet Survey Period Internet
Internet service provider settings (MS IIS) Computing->File Extensions
Iron Sulfur Protein Miscellaneous->Food
Long Island Mac Arthur Airport Governmental->Transportation
Long Island MacArthur Airport, Long Island, New York USA Regional->Airport Codes
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2006-12-04 00:46:28 · answer #10 · answered by SSMakesh 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋