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AppDev
Definitions about software applications and development including operating system vocabulary, programming terminology, words about Internet applications and terms used in app/dev.
- Agile, Scrum, XP
- Apple
- DevOps
- Internet applications
- Java
- Linux
- Microsoft
- Open source
- Operating systems
- Programming
- Software applications
- Software development
- Web services, SOA
Recently Published Definitions
- test case
A test case is a set of actions performed on a system to determine if it satisfies software requirements and functions correctly.
- cmdlet
A cmdlet -- pronounced 'command-let' -- is a small, lightweight command that is used in the Windows PowerShell environment.
Business software
Search or browse for definitions related to the procurement, implementation and management of line of business software applications that are vital to running an enterprise.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Google - Android
- Microsoft - Windows
- Open Source
- Oracle
- Salesforce
- SAP
- VMware
- Writing for Business
Recently Published Definitions
- Amazon Transcribe Medical
Amazon Transcribe Medical is an automatic speech recognition (ASR) service that converts physician dictated notes, consultations between physicians ...
- Google Pay (Android Pay)
Google Pay is the search company’s electronic wallet and payment service offering.
Computer Science
Definitions about computer science including computing fundamentals vocabulary, protocol and standards terminology, words about microprocessors and terms used in electronics.
- Algorithms
- Artificial intelligence - machine learning
- Computing fundamentals
- Electronics
- Fast references
- IT standards and organizations
- Learning guides
- Mathematics
- Microprocessors
- Nanotechnology
- Podcasts
- Protocols
- Quick Start Glossaries
- Quizzes
- Robotics
- Video Production
Recently Published Definitions
- personalization engine
A personalization engine is a tool used by businesses to collect and analyze customer behavior and data to create a customized user experience -- ...
- bot (robot)
A bot (short for 'robot' and also called an internet bot) is a computer program that operates as an agent to either simulate a human activity or for ...
Consumer Tech
Definitions about consumer technology including Internet acronyms, tech lingo, multimedia definitions, words about personal computing and peripherals as well as terms used in wireless and mobile computing.
- Desktops and laptops
- End user hardware
- Internet acronyms and lingo
- Internet technologies
- Multimedia and graphics
- Personal computing
- Printers
- Wireless and mobile
Recently Published Definitions
- phishing kit
A phishing kit is a collection of tools assembled to make it easier for people with little technical skill to launch a phishing exploit.
- dynamic IP address
A dynamic IP address is a temporary address for devices connected to a network that will continually change over time.
Data Center
Definitions used in data center management, including hardware, virtualization and cloud computing.
- Cloud computing
- Converged infrastructure
- Data center management
- Disaster recovery
- Hardware
- IT Operations mgmt & monitoring
- Storage hardware
- Virtualization
Recently Published Definitions
- Azure Quantum
Azure Quantum is a full-stack cloud service designed to allow users remote access to quantum computers.
- What's it like to work in a data center?
Data centers offer competitive salaries, enjoyable work and diverse opportunities for workers in the tech sector whether you want to become an ...
IT Management
Search or browse for definitions about information technology (IT) management. Many of our definitions are hosted on technology-specific websites to help you quickly learn about each definition's business and tech context.
- Business software
- Career paths and IT certifications
- Compliance, risk and governance
- Customer experience management
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP)
- Government IT
- Healthcare IT
- Human resource management
- IT service management & procurement
- Network management
- Project management
- Security management
- SEO
- Software asset management
- Storage management
Recently Published Definitions
- Pandemic Glossary
We will be updating this pandemic glossary frequently over the next few weeks to help you use consistent vocabulary in your crisis communication ...
- resource contention
In computing, 'resource contention' refers to a conflict over a shared resource between several components.
Networking
Definitions about networking including routing and switching vocabulary, telecom terminology and words about email, messaging and mobile.
- Circuit switched services equipment and providers
- Data transmission
- Email and messaging
- High-speed networks
- Internet of Things
- Local area networks (LAN, campus LAN)
- Network hardware
- Network software
- Networking and communications
- Routing and switching
- Smart grid
- Telecom
- Voice over IP (VoIP)
- Wireless LANs
- Wireless technologies
Recently Published Definitions
- Kessler Syndrome
The Kessler Syndrome is a theoretical scenario in which Earth's orbit is overpopulated with objects and debris, preventing the use of satellites in ...
- Wi-Fi calling
Wi-Fi calling is a voice service that lets users place and receive calls over a wireless internet connection, as opposed to using a cellular signal.
Security
This cyber security glossary explains the meaning of terms about different types of computer security threats as well as words about application security, access control, network intrusion detection, security awareness training and computer forensics.
- Anti-virus, antimalware
- Application security
- Authentication, access control
- Malware
- Network security
- Threat management
Recently Published Definitions
- island hopping attack
In this type of backdoor attack, the threat actor exploits a weakness downstream from the actual target and uses it as a launching point to reach the...
- Malware Analysis Report (MAR)
Malware Analysis Report (MAR) is a document that relates the functionality and effects of a given piece of malware.
Storage and Data Mgmt
Definitions about storage and data management including backup/recovery vocabulary, business intelligence terminology, storage area networks and database management.
- Business intelligence - business analytics
- Customer data management
- Data and data management
- Data backup - disaster recovery
- Data deduplication
- Database management
- Enterprise content management
- Network-attached storage (NAS)
- Solid state (flash) storage
- Storage-area network (SAN)
Recently Published Definitions
- content marketing platform (CMP)
A content marketing platform (CMP) is a software solution that helps content marketing teams plan, envision, collaborate and create materials that ...
- product analytics
Product analytics is the process of gathering and transforming user-level data into insights that reveal how customers interact with specific ...
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asymmetric cryptography (public key cryptography)
Asymmetric cryptography, also known as public-key cryptography, is a process that uses a pair of related keys -- one public key ...
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Evil Corp
Evil Corp is an international cybercrime network that uses malicious software to steal money from its victims' bank accounts.
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telemedicine (telehealth)
Telemedicine is the remote delivery of healthcare services, such as health assessments or consultations, over the ...
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Project Nightingale
Project Nightingale is a controversial partnership between Google and Ascension, the second largest health system in the United ...
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pandemic plan
A pandemic plan is a documented strategy for business continuity in the event of a widespread outbreak of a dangerous infectious ...
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What is BCDR? Business continuity and disaster recovery guide
Business continuity (BC) and disaster recovery (DR) are closely related practices that support an organization's ability to ...
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M.2 SSD
An M.2 SSD is a solid-state drive (SSD) that conforms to a computer industry specification written for internally mounted storage...
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RAID (redundant array of independent disks)
RAID (redundant array of independent disks) is a way of storing the same data in different places on multiple hard disks or ...