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/uhplohd/ , v. 1. [techspeak] To transfer programs or data over a digital
communications link from a system near you (especially a smaller or
peripheral client system) to one further away from you (especially a larger
or central host system). A transfer in the other direction is, of course,
called a download 2. [speculatively] To move the essential patterns and
algorithms that make up one's mind from one's brain into a computer. Those
who are convinced that such patterns and algorithms capture the complete
essence of the self view this prospect with pleasant anticipation.