E-learning is a relatively new term to describe education using computers, the internet, and other electronic devices such as handheld PDAs, laptops and mobile phones.

E-learning (sometimes spelt elearning) can be performed from a distance, as in distance learning, or in a group, classroom or one-on-one scenario. Computers used in e-learning can be networked via a LAN or wireless connection to provide an interactive experience for the students and teachers. Custom e-learning solutions are becoming more and more popular, but it is also possible to begin e-learning using software and applications already available on the web.

Although "e-learning" has been around since 1984 when computers and distributed media was starting to become a publically accessible technology, it has developed and now has many layers. Educational development and the need for new learning techniques has spurred the creation of new technology and software which allows e-learning to become easier for all involved. Now, to "e-learn" is much more affordable and its much easier to find cheap e-learning solutions.

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