Definition: The term "internode" comes from Greek, meaning a branch or division. In this context, it refers to a single node within a network where services are deployed and accessed. Each internode acts as a hub for communication between nodes within the network. This can include software applications, servers, routers, switches, and other infrastructure components that operate at the edge of the network. The word "internode" is often used in contexts where multiple networks or devices need to communicate with each other efficiently, but without requiring direct interconnection between them.