Abbreviation

Full name

Explanation

DHTML

Dynamic Hypertext Markup Language

DHTML is a standard for dynamic and interactive web pages, it usually involves embedded scripts.

FTP

File Transfer Protocol

Client programs are used to upload files to (ftp) web servers. You probably already know about this if you have ever uploaded a HTML file to your home page. If you do not know what this is all about then ask your ISP for instructions on how to upload files to your home page.

IE

Internet Explorer

IE is a web browser created by Microsoft Corporation.

ISP

Internet Service Provider

Your ISP is the company that hosts your home page.

MAPI

Mail/Messaging Applications Programming Interface

MAPI is a standard connector for any Windows program to communicate with your mail client.

PNG

Portable Network Graphics

PNG is a graphics file format. Create or edit PNG files with e.g. PaintShop Pro (Jasc) of Photoshop (Adobe)

RTF

Rich Text Format

RTF is a commonly used word processor file format.