ANNEX 2 - GLOSSARY OF TERMS Broadcasting means radio communication, whether by sound or vision, for reception by members of the public. Certification Service Provider means a person who has been granted a licence to issue electronic signature certificates. Computer means any electronic, magnetic, optical or other high-speed data processing device or system which performs logical, arithmetic and memory functions by manipulations of electronic, magnetic or optical impulses, and includes all input, output, processing, storage, software and communication facilities which are connected or related as a system or network; Cross-media ownership refers to the ownership and investment of entities in a manner as to straddle both print and electronic media; Data Communications – Digital transmission of information between computers Duopoly - refers to a situation where only two firms provide services in a market. e-commerce means the use of electronic networks to exchange business information, services, product and payments. e-Government service means public service provided electronically by a ministry or Government Department, local authority, or body established by or under any law or controlled or funded by the Government. Electronic Signature means data in electronic form affixed to or logically associated with, a data message, which may be used to identify the signatory in relation to the data message and to indicate the signatory’s approval of the information contained in the data message. ICT (Information and Communications Technologies) means the technologies including computers, telecommunication and audio-visual systems, that enable the collection, processing, transportation and delivery of information and communication services to users. -4-

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