The need for information is increasing both inside and outside the company. Markets are becoming more and more global, which is why information procurement and an up-to-date supply of information are important factors for success. Thus the magic word is : Internet. Whether it is the inclusion of branch plants or the support of sales via the Internet, the possibilities are unlimited. Modern concepts must therefore be integrated into an intranet that works with the same mechanisms as the Internet. Industrial computers and terminals based on modern industry standards serve as the interface between man and machine. They also serve They are also used to record machine statuses, piece counts, transfer CNC programs and tool data, and much more.