Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prestel
Noun
/ˈprɛstɛl/
Definition
A term often used in the context of the internet, referring to a specific method of presentation or display.
Examples
- The advent of Prestel services changed the way people accessed information.
- Users could navigate through various databases using the Prestel system.
- Although outdated now, Prestel was a precursor to modern internet browsing.
Meaning
Prestel refers to an early form of online service, particularly one that allowed users to access information via a personal computer.
Synonyms
- Information service
- Online database
- Digital library
