"They say they're a directory service for Lot 61," she added.

They urge companies to sign up to directory services which are presented as being free of charge.

However, this article will discuss the term in the context of directory services and identity management.

But it also plans to eliminate the free call to interstate directory service now offered each month.

X.500 is a series of computer networking standards covering electronic directory services.

Since last year, though, with a decline in demand for traditional directory services, carriers have been discussing the idea of such a service.

No wonder industry analysts say that directory services have become essential for keeping track of the growing material on the Web.

The remaining 50 percent will be divided among other directory services that pay Netscape for the traffic.

The directory service is offered for free, with no charge for listing or use.

Customers often must listen to an advertisement prior to receiving directory services.