Nettoperusteinen

Nettoperusteinen is a Finnish adjective that means internet-based or web-based. It describes services, systems, or processes that rely primarily on online connectivity rather than on local resources or hardware.

Origin and usage: The word is composed of netti (internet) and perusteinen (based on). It is commonly used in Finnish tech, business, and education contexts to characterize offerings that are accessible and operated via the internet, often through a web browser or online APIs. It is related to, but not identical with, pilvipohjainen (cloud-based) and verkkopohjainen (web-based).

Applications: In practice, nettoperusteinen can describe online learning platforms, SaaS applications, online storage, or digital collaboration tools. In education, nettoperusteinen oppiminen refers to learning delivered via online platforms independent of location.

Advantages and limitations: The online nature allows broad accessibility, easy updates, and centralized management. Dependencies on internet connectivity, data security, privacy considerations, and potential latency are common limitations.

See also: Related terms include pilvipalvelut and verkkopohjainen.