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ISP Last modified: Wednesday, October 25, 2006
Short for Internet Service Provider, a company that provides access to the Internet. For a monthly fee, the service provider gives you a software package, username, password and access phone number. Equipped with a modem, you can then log on to the Internet and browse the World Wide Web and USENET, and send and receive e-mail. In addition to serving individuals, ISPs also serve large companies, providing a direct connection from the company's networks to the Internet. ISPs themselves are connected to one another through Network Access Points (NAPs). ISPs are also called IAPs (Internet Access Providers). Sponsored listings Internet Service Provider - Provides month to month dial-up Internet service across the U.S. for $8.95, with free spam blocking, pop-up blocking and 24/7 technical support.
Internet Service Provider (ISP) FAQ This FAQ provides information on how to become an Internet Service Provider. Some main topics include: general information, business plans, financial information, equipment, and technical considerations. Russ Haynal's ISP Page Contains resources that "every ISP employee should know about the Internet." Includes links to backbone maps, global interconnection points, Internet architecture data, etc. ISP-Planet's Guide to Starting & Running an ISP ISP-Planet's talented team of industry experts share their collective wisdom to help you build a thriving Internet service. The List - A database of Internet Service Providers The database at 'The List' site contains thousands of Internet Service Providers from around the world. The database is searchable by entering the ISP name or domain name, or you can choose from a variety of several categories to locate an ISP near you. xSP News Collection of ISP news articles from the InternetNews.com site. xSP Resources Channel The ISP resources channel from internet.com.	Related Categories Application Service Providers (ASPs) Internet Access Internet and Online Services Related Terms Aloha Application Service Provider AUP backbone provider CLEC CMTS dial-up access DirecPC DMCA e-mail IAP ILEC Internet last mile MAE NAP NSP peering RADIUS shared loop T-1 carrier T-3 carrier USENET virtual ISP walled garden Web host World Wide Web XSP Shopping ISP Products Compare Products,Prices and Stores Shop by Category: Building Supplies 245 Store Offers Toys 121 Store Offers Health Aids 23 Store Offers Sport and Outdoor 119 Store Offers Flat Panel Televisions 0 Store Offers