Commercial and community-based organizations that provide a means for people using personal computers equipped with modems to communicate with remote computers and access the information and services that are available through the selected service provider. These may include electronic mail, listservs, newsgroups/forums, frequently asked questions (FAQs), chat groups, computer file archives and the World Wide Web.
Services are restricted to active duty, Reserve, National Guard members, and their families, as well as deployed civilians and their families. Services can continue up to six months after individuals separate from military service.