IDE :
Stands for Integrated Drive Electronics. It is another name for a certain type of Hard Disc.
Install :
Most programs and Software supplied on Floppy Disc or CD-ROM need to be installed for you to use them. During the Installation, files are copied to the Hard Disc for the program to run correctly and communicate with any Drivers they may require.
Internet :
The World Wide Web. The Internet was born from the ARPANET (Advanced Research Projects Agency Network) back in the Late 60's and early 70's. The ARPANET was the result of a US Department of Defence experiment to see if a method of communication could still be available in the result of a nuclear war.
Intranet :
A Companys private network. Data stored on an Intranet is not usually visible to anyone outside of the organisation.
IP :
Stands for Internet Protocol. The IP is a language in which computers speak to each other over the Internet.
IP Address :
The Internet Protocol Address. This is a unique number given to each device that connects to the internet, such as computers and Network printers. The IP Address is made up of four numbers, with each of the numbers having a value from 0 to 255, and appears like this 255.255.255.255
ISDN :
Stands for Integrated Services Digital network. This is a method for connecting to the Internet using 'phone lines, but is faster than standard Dial-up.
ISP :
Stands for Internet Service Provider. A company that provides you with a connection to the Internet. NTL, BT, Wanadoo and Bulldog are all ISPs.
IT :
Stands for Information Technology, and loosley means anything to do with computers.