In computer and Internet slang, 24-7 is commonly used to describe an Internet
connection that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 24-7
connections usually refer to broadband Internet connections such as DSL or
cable. Also called always on.
See "Types
of Internet Connections" in the
Quick Reference section of
Webopedia.
See also "Cable
vs. DSL" in Webopedia's
Did You Know...?
section.