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Network: A connecting system which allows simultaneous telecasting of a single origination by a number of stations.

Network Interface Card (NIC): An adapter installed in an expansion slot or integrated onto the motherboard and allows the computer to connect to a network.

Network Card: Also, Network Interface Card or NIC. This is a component of a computer that enables the computer to communicate with other computers via a direct network connection.

Advertising Network: A network representing many Web sites in selling advertising, allowing advertising buyers to reach broad audiences relatively easily through run-of-category and run-of-network buys.

Network Adapter: This is a hardware unit that connects a device to a communication line. For wide area networks (WAN), these adapters connect routers to the specific type of connection (T1, BRI) that is inst . . . View Full Definition

Advanced Intelligent Network (AIN): A system that allows a wireless user to make and receive phone calls while roaming in areas outside the user's home network. AINs enable service providers to define, test and introduce new m . . . View Full Definition

In-Network Provider: Any health care provider (physician, hospital, etc.) that belongs to a CIGNA network. Staying in-network gives members the advantage of significant discounts, helping to stretch their accoun . . . View Full Definition

International Airlines Travel Agent Network (Iatan): International airlines travel agent network - administers the iatan card, the only widely accepted form of legitimate travel agent identification.

Virtual Private Network (VPN): A data network that uses the public telecommunications infrastructure, but maintains privacy through the use of a tunneling protocol and security procedures. A VPN gives a company the same c . . . View Full Definition

Out-Of-Network Provider: Any health care provider that does not belong to a CIGNA network. Members can use their benefits for out-of-network expenses, but miss out on in-network discounts.