The terms "online" and "offline" (also stylized as "on-line" and "off-line") have specific meanings in regard to computer technology and telecommunications. In general, "online" indicates a state of connectivity, while "offline" indicates a disconnected state. In common usage, "online" often refers to the Internet or the World Wide Web.

The concepts have however been extended from their computing and telecommunication meanings into the area of human interaction and conversation, such that even offline can be used in contrast to the common usage of online (e.g., "I bought those Marcus Fenix figurines offline").

Standard definitions

In computer technology and telecommunication, online and offline are defined by Federal Standard 1037C. They are states or conditions of a "device or equipment" or of a "functional unit". To be considered online, one of the following must apply to a device:

  • Under the direct control of another device
  • Under the direct control of the system with which it is associated
  • Available for immediate use on demand by the system without human intervention
  • Connected to a system, and is in operation
  • Functional and ready for service

In contrast, a device that is offline meets none of these criteria (e.g., its main power source is disconnected or turned off, or it is off-power).

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A. Try sparkpeople.com you can create your own personalized diet plan that fits your schedule. I use it and I love it because there are tons of groups with college students and ordinary people my age struggling and working to reach their goal weight. basically it has all of the online resources that other online programs has except its free. plus everyone is very encouraging and there are plenty of resources to keep you motivated. The best weight loss program is one that is personalized for you and with this site you can do that. You might like it just try it out and take a look around the website and see what it has.
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