information superhighway
Definition
Internet-type global network of computers that, potentially, will connect most of world's individuals, firms, and organizations. It is envisioned to provide very high speed access to information in all forms (text, graphics, audio, video) via a telephone or wireless connection. The term was first used in 1985 by the 45th US Vice President (1993-2001) Al Gore (born 1948) in an American context where every citizen is aimed to be so connected.
information superhighway is in the Data Management, Communications, & Networks and Internet & World Wide Web subjects.
information superhighway appears in the definitions of the following terms: infobahn and internet
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