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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 software development
- Apple
- Internet applications
- Java
- Linux
- Microsoft
- Open source
- Operating systems
- Programming
- Software applications
- Web services, SOA
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- Perl
Perl is a family of script programming languages that is similar in syntax to the C language.
- Python
Python is a high-level, general-purpose, interpreted object-oriented programming language.
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)
- Customer experience management
- Google - Android
- Human resource management
- Microsoft - Windows
- Open Source
- Oracle
- Salesforce
- SAP
- Software asset management
- VMware
- Writing for Business
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- call management
Call management is the process by which inbound telephone calls are routed to call center agents.
- enterprise license agreement (ELA)
An enterprise license agreement (ELA) is a contract between a customer and a vendor that allows purchase of a software product for a company at a ...
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
- Electronics
- Fast references
- IT standards and organizations
- Learning guides
- Mathematics
- Microprocessors
- Nanotechnology
- Protocols
- Quizzes
- Robotics
- SEO
- Video Production
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- solid-state
Solid-state is a common descriptor used to refer to electronic components, devices and systems based entirely on semiconductor materials such as ...
- IANA (Internet Assigned Numbers Authority)
IANA (Internet Assigned Numbers Authority) is the organization that oversees the allocation of IP addresses to internet service providers (ISPs).
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
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- Bitcoin
Bitcoin is a digital currency -- also called cryptocurrency -- that can be traded for goods or services with vendors that accept Bitcoin as payment.
- MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions)
MIME, or Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions, is an extension of the original email protocol.
Data Center
Definitions used in data center management, including hardware, virtualization and cloud computing.
- Compliance, risk and governance
- Converged infrastructure
- Data center management
- Disaster recovery
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP)
- Government IT
- Hardware
- Healthcare IT
- IT service management & procurement
- Storage hardware
- Virtualization
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- multilevel marketing (MLM)
Multilevel marketing (MLM) is a business model that involves unsalaried, hierarchical sales teams selling products directly to consumers in ...
- hot swap
A hot swap describes the act of removing components from or plugging them into a computer system while the power remains switched on.
IT Career Management
- Analytics
- Certifications
- Cloud Computing
- DevOps
- IT Career Paths
- IT Operations
- Marketing and CX
- Network Mgmt
- Project Management
- Security
- Software Development
- Technical Support
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- multitasking
Multitasking, in an operating system, is allowing a user to perform more than one computer task (such as the operation of an application program) at ...
- lossless and lossy compression
Lossless and lossy file compression describe whether all original data can be recovered when the file is uncompressed.
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
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- POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3)
POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) is the most recent version of a standard protocol for receiving e-mail.
- IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol)
Internet Message Access Protocol, or IMAP, is a standard email retrieval (incoming) protocol.
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
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- scareware
Scareware is a type of malware tactic used to manipulate victims into downloading or buying potentially malware-infested software.
- attack surface
An attack surface is defined as the total number of all possible entry points for unauthorized access into any system.
Storage and Data Mgmt
Definitions about storage and data management including backup/recovery vocabulary, business intelligence terminology, storage area networks and database management.
- 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 administration
- Storage-area network (SAN)
Recently Published Definitions
- spreadsheet
A spreadsheet is a computer program that can capture, display and manipulate data arranged in rows and columns.
- recovery time objective
The recovery time objective (RTO) is the maximum tolerable length of time that a computer, system, network or application can be down after a failure...
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ISO 31000 Risk Management
The ISO 31000 Risk Management framework is an international standard that provides businesses with guidelines and principles for ...
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pure risk
Pure risk refers to risks that are beyond human control and result in a loss or no loss with no possibility of financial gain.
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black hat hacker
A black hat hacker has been historically used to describe one who has malicious intent -- such as theft of information, fraud or ...
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cookie poisoning
Cookie poisoning is a type of cyber attack in which a bad actor hijacks, forges, alters or manipulates a cookie to gain ...
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protected health information (PHI) or personal health information
Protected health information (PHI), also referred to as personal health information, is the demographic information, medical ...
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digital health (digital healthcare)
Digital health, or digital healthcare, is a broad, multidisciplinary concept that includes concepts from an intersection between ...
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What is risk mitigation?
Risk mitigation is a strategy to prepare for and lessen the effects of threats faced by a business.
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fault-tolerant
Fault-tolerant technology is a capability of a computer system, electronic system or network to deliver uninterrupted service, ...
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Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA)
Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) is a technology that enables two networked computers to exchange data in main memory without ...
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storage (computer storage)
Data storage is the collective methods and technologies that capture and retain digital information on electromagnetic, optical ...