push client

push client definition - computer

Software that resides in a user's computer which receives transmissions from Webcast servers from the Internet or intranet. It may be a Web browser with built-in push technology, such as Netscape's Netcaster or a stand-alone program such as the earlier PointCast service. See push technology.



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