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WordNet Upload
v : transfer a file or program to a central computer from a
smaller computer or a computer at a remote location [ant:
download]

Jargon upload /uhp'lohd/ v. 1. [techspeak] To transfer programs or data over a
digital communications link from a system near you (especially a smaller
or peripheral `client' system) to one further away from you (especially
a larger or central `host' system). A transfer in the other direction
is, of course, called a download 2. [speculatively] To move the
essential patterns and algorithms that make up one's mind from one's
brain into a computer. Those who are convinced that such patterns and
algorithms capture the complete essence of the self view this prospect
with pleasant anticipation.

FOLDOC upload

/uhp'lohd/ To transfer programs or data over a digital
communications link from a smaller or peripheral "client"
system to a larger or central "host" one.

Opposite: download.

[Jargon File]

(1994-10-27)