| Acronym | Meaning |
| CDI | Common Data Interface |
| ELD | Electroluminescent Display |
| INTERNIC | Internet Network Information Center |
| OSI | Open System Interconnection |
| DEC | Digital Equipment Corporation |
| IANA | Internet Assigned Numbers Authority |
| VAR | Value-Added Reseller |
| APP | Application Portability Profile |
| DCE | Data Communications Equipment |
| BGP | Border Gateway Protocol |