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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.
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP)
- Human resources management
- Marketing and customer experience
- Microsoft
- Software applications
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- reinforcement theory
Reinforcement theory is a psychological principle suggesting that behaviors are shaped by their consequences, and that individual behaviors can be ...
- closed loop control system
A closed loop control system is a mechanical or electronic device that automatically regulates a system to maintain a desired state or set point ...
Cloud computing
Terms related to cloud computing, including definitions about on-demand, distributed computing and words and phrases about software-as-a-service, infrastructure-as-a-service and storage-as-a-service.
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- social networking
Social networking is the practice of using a dedicated online platform to maintain contacts, interact and collaborate with like-minded individuals, ...
- 404 error
404 is a status code that tells a web user that a requested page is not available.
Computer science
Definitions about computer science including computing fundamentals vocabulary, protocol and standards terminology, words about microprocessors and terms used in electronics.
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- ampere hour (Ah or amp hour)
Ampere hour -- sometimes abbreviated as Ah or amp hour -- is the amount of energy charge in a battery that enables 1 ampere of current to flow for ...
- field of view (FOV)
Field of view (FOV) is the open, observable area a person can see through their eyes or via an optical device, such as a camera.
Data analytics and AI
This glossary contains definitions related to customer data analytics, predictive analytics, data visualization and operational business intelligence. Some definitions explain the meaning of words used to Hadoop and other software tools used in big data analytics. Other definitions are related to the strategies that business intelligence professionals, data scientists, statisticians and data analysts use to make data-driven decisions.
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- Fibonacci sequence
The Fibonacci sequence is a set of integers (the Fibonacci numbers) that starts with a zero, followed by a one, then by another one, and then by a ...
- data ingestion
Data ingestion is the process of obtaining and importing data for immediate use or storage in a database.
Data centers
Definitions used in data center management, including hardware, virtualization and cloud computing.
- Data backup and disaster recovery
- Data center management
- Linux
- Operating systems
- Storage administration
- Storage architecture
- Virtualization
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- EEPROM (electrically erasable programmable read-only memory)
EEPROM (electrically erasable programmable read-only memory) is a user-modifiable ROM.
- command prompt
A command prompt is the input field in a text-based user interface screen for an operating system (OS) or program.
IT management
Learn about the core elements of IT management, including operations, tech support and personal computing, as well as terms related to IT careers, certifications and project management.
- Certifications
- IT career paths
- IT operations
- Personal computing
- Project management
- Technical support
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- Nvidia
Nvidia Corporation is a technology company known for designing and manufacturing graphics processing units (GPUs).
- troubleshooting
Troubleshooting is a systematic approach to problem-solving that is often used to find and correct issues with complex machines, electronics, ...
Networking
Definitions about networking including routing and switching vocabulary, telecom terminology and words about email, messaging and mobile.
- High-speed networks
- Network administration
- Network hardware
- Networking and communications
- Wireless and mobile
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- network slicing
Network slicing overlays multiple virtual networks on top of a shared network domain, that is, a set of shared network and computing resources.
- desktop management interface (DMI)
The desktop management interface (DMI) is a standard industry framework that manages and tracks components on one or more personal computers, usually...
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.
- Authentication and access control
- Compliance, risk and governance
- Network security
- Security management
- Threat management
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- Top 10 spyware threats
The top 10 spyware list describes the 10 common spyware threats behind famous spyware attacks and is frequently identified by Webroot's Spy Audit, a ...
- bitcoin mining
Bitcoin mining is the process of verifying new transactions to the Bitcoin digital currency system, as well as the process by which new bitcoin enter...
Software development
Definitions related to software development, including tech terms about programming and words and phrases about Scrum, Agile and waterfall methodologies.
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- XML Schema Definition (XSD)
XML Schema Definition or XSD is a recommendation by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to describe and validate the structure and content of an XML ...
- compiler
A compiler is a special program that translates a programming language's source code into machine code, bytecode or another programming language.
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software-defined networking (SDN)
Software-defined networking (SDN) is an architecture that abstracts different, distinguishable layers of a network to make ...
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What is 6G? Overview of 6G networks & technology
6G (sixth-generation wireless) is the successor to 5G cellular technology. 6G networks will be able to use higher frequencies ...
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man in the browser (MitB)
Man in the browser (MitB) is a security attack where the perpetrator installs a Trojan horse on the victim's computer that is ...
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Patch Tuesday
Patch Tuesday is the unofficial name of Microsoft's monthly scheduled release of security fixes for the Windows operating system ...
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chief procurement officer (CPO)
The chief procurement officer, or CPO, leads an organization's procurement department and oversees the acquisitions of goods and ...
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Lean Six Sigma
Lean Six Sigma is a data-driven approach to improving efficiency, customer satisfaction and profits.
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performance and accountability reporting (PAR)
Performance and accountability reporting (PAR) is the process of compiling and documenting factors that quantify an ...
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chief human resources officer (CHRO)
Chief human resources officer (CHRO) is a top-level management executive in charge of an organization's employees.
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clickstream data (clickstream analytics)
Clickstream data and clickstream analytics are the processes involved in collecting, analyzing and reporting aggregate data about...
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neuromarketing
Neuromarketing is the study of how people's brains respond to advertising and other brand-related messages by scientifically ...