Online refers to the use of the internet and the World Wide Web to access and share information. When something is online, it can be accessed through a computer or other device that is connected to the internet. Online resources can include websites, databases, e-books, streaming video and audio, social media, and other types of digital media. The term “online” is often used to distinguish between information that is available on the internet and information that is available in print or through other traditional means.