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The following links offer definitions of words, phrases, and abbreviations that are related to computers, information technology (IT), and the Internet. 

BABEL: A Glossary of Computer Oriented Abbreviations and Acronyms , a comprehensive list, including time zone abbreviations and country domain-name codes. Can be downloaded to your computer.

IBM Terminology defines technical terms used in many IBM products.

TechWeb, from The Business Technology Network, contains more than 20,000 IT terms, defined in easy-to-understand terms.

Webopedia provides easy-to-understand definitions in plain language, avoiding the use of heavy jargon when possible so that the site is accessible to users with a wide range of computer knowledge.

Whatis has definitions for IT-related terms, targeted to the IT professional.