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Definition of Internet

Called the 'information superhighway' and the 'network of networks,' it is basically a means of connecting a computer to any other computer anywhere in the world. When two computers are connected over the Internet, they can send and receive all kinds of information such as text, graphics, voice, video, and computer programs. The type, size, or brand of the computers connected, or the type of software used to connect them (called browser) does not matter. No one 'owns' or 'controls' Internet, although several organizations the world over collaborate in its functioning and development. However, the high-speed, fiber-optic cables (called backbones) through which bulk of the Internet data travels, are owned by telephone companies in their respective countries. Internet grew out of the Advanced Research Projects Agency's Wide Area Network (then called ARPANET) established by the US Department Of Defense in 1960s for collaboration in military research among the business and government laboratories. Later universities and other US institutions 'plugged in' for their own collaboration in R&D making ARPANET grow beyond everyone's expectations and acquire the name 'Internet.' The development of hypertext based technology (called World Wide web, WWW, or just the Web) provided means of displaying text, graphics, and animations, and easy search and navigation tools that triggered Internet's explosive world-wide growth.

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What is Financial Dictionary?

Financial Dictionary is a dictionary or database that contains the meaning of all financial terms. Financial Dictionary has been created to help anyone, interested in understanding financial terms. It is extremely important to know what the financial terms mean when signing on terms and conditions. When availing financial products, you can be easily cheated if you don’t know what you have signed up for. To avoid this, you must be aware on what the terms really mean.

 

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We have developed this Financial Dictionary that could be used by anyone for free on our website. We have provided the meanings of almost all the financial terms along with the context in which they can be used. If you have lingering doubts on any financial term, then all you must do is log on to our website and check out the Financial Dictionary.

 

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If you are planning to avail a Home Loan, then it is crucial for you to understand under what conditions your bank is sanctioning the loan. You must understand each and every term written on the loan agreement or else you will end up choosing a lender who charges high interest or with tough terms and conditions. To avoid this, just log on to our website and understand the meaning of financial terms with the Financial Dictionary.

 

Consequences of Misunderstanding a financial term

If you want to invest in a financial product, you must understand various financial terms. Not doing this could mean losses. Many financial intermediaries misguide you to make quick profits. You can avoid this by understanding financial terms and make smart investment decisions.

 

Uses of Financial Dictionary

If you are a Financial Advisor, then it is extremely important to stay updated on the latest financial terms. We at IndianMoney.com update all the new terms used in personal finance in the Financial Dictionary. You can refer and update yourself, to serve clients effectively. This is a double bonanza of increasing your efficiency and fetching clients more money.

 

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