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Glossary of Business and Legal Terms

Easy-to-understand definitions of commonly used terms in business, accounting, and law. Quick reference for understanding general business lingo, and accounting, legal, tax, marketing, financial, and Internet terms.
Common Instant Messenging (IM) Acronyms
While our conversational English is one thing, talking in the instant messenger community online is completely different; in addition to learning certain time-honored etiquette rules while IMing, keep these acronyms handy next time you are chatting with friends!
Definition of “Socially and Economically” Disadvantaged Individuals
The definition of "socially and economically" disadvantage individuals under the Small Business Act includes women business owners.
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