net

(communications) A number of communication stations equipped for communicating with each other, often on a definite time schedule and in a definite sequence.
(engineering) Threads or cords tied together at regular intervals to form a mesh. A series of surveying or leveling stations that have been interconnected in such a manner that closed loops or circuits have been formed, or that are arranged so as to provide a check on the consistency of the measured values. Also known as network.
(geology) In structural petrology, coordinate network of meridians and parallels, projected from a sphere at intervals of 2°; used to plot points whose spherical coordinates are known and to study the distribution and orientation of planes and points. Also known as projection net; stereographic net. A form of horizontal patterned ground whose mesh is intermediate between a circle and a polygon.
(mathematics) A set whose members are indexed by elements from a directed set; this is a generalization of a sequence. Also known as Moore-Smith sequence. A nondegenerate partial plane satisfying the parallel axiom.
(textiles) Any fabric made in open hexagonal mesh.

(NETwork) Any term with a "net" prefix either means network or Internet. For example, a net address can mean a network address or an Internet address, depending on the context of the dialog. "Net" with a capital "N" generally refers to the Internet; for example, "the Net" is "the Internet." See also .NET.

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