võrguvälises

Võrguvälises is an Estonian term that translates to "offline" in English. It refers to a state or condition where a device, system, or person is not connected to a network, most commonly the internet. This lack of connection means that digital communication, data transfer, and access to online resources are not possible.

When a device is võrguvälises, it cannot send or receive information over a network. For example, a computer that is not connected to Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable is considered võrguvälises. Similarly, a mobile phone without cellular service or Wi-Fi access is also offline. This status can be temporary, such as when moving between areas with poor signal coverage, or intentional, such as when a user chooses to disable their network connection for privacy or to conserve battery life.

Being võrguvälises has implications for various activities. Online gaming, streaming services, cloud-based applications, and real-time communication tools all require an active network connection. Conversely, many tasks can still be performed offline. This includes using locally installed software, accessing downloaded files, and performing tasks that do not necessitate immediate data synchronization. The concept of võrguvälises is fundamental to understanding digital connectivity and the capabilities of devices in both connected and disconnected states.