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- Storage and Data Mgmt
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
- distributed computing
Distributed computing is a model in which components of a software system are shared among multiple computers.
- LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)
LAMP is an open source Web development platform that uses Linux as the operating system, Apache as the Web server, MySQL as the relational database ...
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
- framework
In general, a framework is a real or conceptual structure intended to serve as a support or guide for the building of something that expands the ...
- Sniglet - Words that should be in the dictionary (but aren't)
A sniglet is a word that should be in the dictionary but isn't.
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
- mobile hotspot
A mobile hotspot is an ad hoc wireless access point that is created by a dedicated hardware device or a smartphone feature that shares the phone's ...
- web server
A web server is software and hardware that uses HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) and other protocols to respond to client requests made over the ...
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
- real-time monitoring
Real-time (data) monitoring is the delivery of continuously updated information streaming at zero or low latency.
- edge virtualization
Edge virtualization is the practice of using software versions of physical computing resources at the edge of a network, closest to the devices that ...
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
- The Phoenix Project
The Phoenix Project is a best-selling novel about DevOps. The book's characters reveal through their actions why it's so important for organizations ...
- Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) of 1991 is a federal law that places restrictions on telephone solicitations and robocalls.
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
- edge node
An edge node is a computer that acts as an end user portal for communication with other nodes in cluster computing.
- 5G new radio (NR)
5G new radio, or 5G NR, is a set of standards that replace the LTE network 4G wireless communications standard.
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
- Presidential Policy Directive 21 (PPD-21)
Presidential Policy Directive 21 (PPD-21) is an infrastructure protection and resilience directive in the United States that aims to strengthen and ...
- Five Eyes Alliance
The Five Eyes Alliance (abbreviated as FVEY in government documents) is a cooperative intelligence network that monitors the electronic ...
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
- statistical analysis
Statistical analysis is the collection and interpretation of data in order to uncover patterns and trends.
- correlation
Correlation is a statistical measure that indicates the extent to which two or more variables fluctuate in relation to each other.
Word of the Day
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risk assessment
Risk assessment is the identification of hazards that could negatively impact an organization's ability to conduct business.
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PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a widely accepted set of policies and procedures intended to ...
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Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)
The Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) is United States legislation that defines a framework of guidelines and ...
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CISO as a service (vCISO, virtual CISO, fractional CISO)
A CISO as a service (CISOaaS) is the outsourcing of CISO (chief information security officer) and information security leadership...
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HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is United States legislation that provides data privacy and security ...
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telemedicine (telehealth)
Telemedicine is the remote delivery of healthcare services, such as health assessments or consultations, over the ...
SearchDisasterRecovery
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call tree
A call tree is a layered hierarchical communication model that is used to notify specific individuals of an event and coordinate ...
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Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS)
Disaster recovery as a service (DRaaS) is the replication and hosting of physical or virtual servers by a third party to provide ...
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FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet) is a storage protocol that enable Fibre Channel (FC) communications to run directly over ...
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Fibre Channel switch (FC switch)
A Fibre Channel switch is a networking device that is compatible with the Fibre Channel (FC) protocol and designed for use in a ...