Computer Science
Definitions about computer science including computing fundamentals vocabulary, protocol and standards terminology, words about microprocessors and terms used in electronics.

Algorithms
Terms related to procedures or formulas for solving a problem by conducting a sequence of specified actions. In computing, algorithms in the form of mathematical instructions play an important part in search, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning.
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machine learning bias (AI bias)
Machine learning bias is a phenomenon that occurs when an algorithm produces results that are systemically prejudiced due to erroneous assumptions in the machine learning process.
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machine learning algorithm
A machine learning algorithm is the method by which the AI system conducts its task, generally predicting output values from given input data.
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artificial neural network (ANN)
In information technology (IT), a neural network is a system of hardware and/or software patterned after the operation of neurons in the human brain.
Artificial intelligence - machine learning
Terms related to artificial intelligence (AI), including definitions about machine learning and words and phrases about training data, algorithms, natural language processing, neural networks and automation.
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responsible AI
Responsible AI is a governance framework that documents how a specific organization is addressing the challenges around artificial intelligence (AI) from both an ethical and legal point of view. Resolving ambiguity for where responsibility lies if something goes wrong is an important driver for responsible AI initiatives.
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feature engineering
Feature engineering is the process that takes raw data and transforms it into features that can be used to create a predictive model using machine learning or statistical modeling, such as deep learning.
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What is data science? The ultimate guide
Data science is the process of using advanced analytics techniques and scientific principles to analyze data and extract valuable information for business decision-making, strategic planning and other uses.
Computing fundamentals
Terms related to computer fundamentals, including computer hardware definitions and words and phrases about software, operating systems, peripherals and troubleshooting.
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graphics processing unit (GPU)
A graphics processing unit (GPU) is a computer chip that renders graphics and images by performing rapid mathematical calculations.
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acronym
An acronym (pronounced AK-ruh-nihm, from Greek acro- in the sense of extreme or tip and onyma or name) is an abbreviation of several words in such a way that the abbreviation itself forms a word.
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statistical mean, median, mode and range
The terms mean, median, mode, and range describe properties of statistical distributions.
Electronics
Terms related to electronics, including definitions about electrical components and words and phrases about computers, laptops parts, digital cameras, televisions and home appliances.
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NOR flash memory
NOR flash memory is one of two types of non-volatile storage technologies.
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logic gate (AND, OR, XOR, NOT, NAND, NOR and XNOR)
A logic gate is an elementary building block of a digital circuit. There are seven basic logic gates: AND, OR, XOR, NOT, NAND, NOR, and XNOR.
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teleoperations (telerobotics)
Teleoperation, also called telerobotics, is the technical term for the remote control of a robot.
Fast references
Fast References and Quick Look-Ups for specific information technology (IT) topics.
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Text message abbreviations and acronyms
This handy fast reference will help you quickly understand hundreds of Text, Twitter and Chat abbreviations and acronyms that are popularly used in text messages and social media. Please bookmark this page and refer back to it as needed.
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motor vehicle record (MVR)
A motor vehicle record (MVR) is the documentation of a person’s driving history. The information in an MVR includes personally identifiable information (PII) as well as information about the driver's traffic citations, vehicular crimes, accidents, driving under the influence (DUI) convictions and the number of points on the individual’s driver’s license.
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United States Department of Energy (DOE)
United States Department of Energy (DOE) is a federal cabinet agency that is tasked with overseeing the energy economy, energy policies and energy security of the U.S. The agency creates policies for nuclear power, fossil fuel and alternative energy sources.
IT standards and organizations
Terms related to information technology (IT) standards, including definitions about IT organizations and words and phrases about policies and compliance.
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statistical mean, median, mode and range
The terms mean, median, mode, and range describe properties of statistical distributions.
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Sarbanes-Oxley Act
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 is a federal law that established sweeping auditing and financial regulations for public companies.
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ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)
The ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) is a framework designed to standardize the selection, planning, delivery, maintenance, and overall lifecycle of IT services within a business.
Learning guides
Guides and tutorials related to specific subjects including security, storage, programming, IT governance, data transmission, lifecycle management and technology used in vertical industries.
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Information Kit: Grid Computing
Grid computing (or the use of a computational grid) is applying the resources of many computers in a network to a single problem at the same time
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Learning Guide: Firewalls
How to select the right firewall for your needs
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IT Survival Kit: Networking refreshers
Quick Network Security & Hardware Refreshers School is out for college students across the US, but the learning never stops for IT professionals.
Mathematics
Terms related to mathematics, including definitions about logic, algorithms and computations and mathematical terms used in computer science and business.
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prime number
A prime number is a whole number greater than 1 whose only factors are 1 and itself. A factor is a whole numbers that can be divided evenly into another number.
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correlation coefficient
A correlation coefficient is a statistical measure of the degree to which changes to the value of one variable predict change to the value of another.
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inductive reasoning
Inductive reasoning is a logical process in which multiple premises, all believed true or found true most of the time, are combined to obtain a specific conclusion.
Microprocessors
Terms related to microprocessors, including definitions about silicon chips and words and phrases about computer processors.
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register (processor register, CPU register)
A processor register is one of a small set of data holding places that are part of the computer processor.
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BIOS (basic input/output system)
BIOS (basic input/output system) is the program a computer's microprocessor uses to start the computer system after it is powered on.
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cache memory
Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is high-speed static random access memory (SRAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular random access memory (RAM).
Nanotechnology
Terms related to nanotechnology, including manufacturing definitions and words and phrases about building machines at a molecular level.
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Fourth Industrial Revolution
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is the current and developing environment in which disruptive technologies and trends such as the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) are changing the way modern people live and work.
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quantum theory
Quantum theory is the theoretical basis of modern physics that explains the nature and behavior of matter and energy on the atomic and subatomic level.
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spray-on antenna
A spray-on antenna is a conductive material that can be sprayed onto nearly any surface to create a thin, lightweight and flexible antenna.
Podcasts
Podcasts about information technology (IT) topics; includes definitions about producing podcasts.
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Podcast: What is SOA?
In this podcast you will learn what service-oriented architecture (SOA) is, how it relates to other programming approaches and what standards and tools you need to be aware of before implementing SOA. (Continued...)
Protocols
Terms related to communication protocols, including definitions about TCP, IP, UDP, POP, SMTP, HTTP, XML, W-CDMA and FTP.
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HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)
HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) is the set of rules for transferring files, such as text, graphic images, sound, video, and other multimedia files, on the World Wide Web.
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remote desktop protocol (RDP)
Remote desktop protocol (RDP) is a secure network communications protocol from Microsoft.
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BGP (Border Gateway Protocol)
BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) is the protocol underlying the global routing system of the internet.
Robotics
Terms related to robotics, including definitions about consumer or manufacturing robots and words and phrases about stepper motor systems, XY positioning tables, automation and artificial intelligence.
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Fourth Industrial Revolution
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is the current and developing environment in which disruptive technologies and trends such as the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) are changing the way modern people live and work.
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artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems.
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universal basic income (UBI)
Universal basic income (UBI) is a model for providing all citizens of a country or other geographic area with a given sum of money, regardless of their income, resources or employment status.
Video Production
Definitions about producing and editing videos.
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cinemagraph
A cinemagraph is an image that combines still photography with active video to create a picture that contains a small moving element while the rest is frozen.
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videogrammetry
Videogrammetry is the extraction of an object’s measurements from a video; measurements may be gathered from multiple angles or multiple videos.
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digital evidence presentation system (DEPS)
A digital evidence presentation system (DEPS) is a system with an overhead camera and a liquid crystal display (LCD) used in courts to present and record evidence digitally.