LAN (Local Area Network)
A computer network covering a small geographic area such as a home or office
Laptop
A small, portable computer capable of the same tasks as a desktop computer, which can be battery operated as well as run from the mains
Laser printer
Type of printer able to produce high quality text and graphics rapidly
Leased line
A telecommunications line permanently connecting two sites. Leased lines are being phased out and replaced with DSL lines
Link
See Hyperlink
Linux
A Unix-like operating system; often open source and thus free. There are many variations of Linux, known as distributions, or “distros” for short
Logging in
Also known as logon, the process of gaining access to a computer or network by the use of a username and password
