The rapid growth of the World Wide Web and the increased use of web-based services make it essential for the users of such services to be aware of the most important and frequently used terms with regard to web-based services.

1. Important
Terminology for the
Users of Web-based
Services

2. Table of Contents
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Access point, Alias, Authentication
Application Programming Interface
(API), APT Threats
Bandwidth, Blockchain, Break/Fix,
BYOD
Cache, Cloud
Cookies, Content Management
System
Cross-platform Software,
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Database, Data center, Data
Loss Prevention
DHCP, DNS, Domain, Domain
Name, Disaster Recovery
Edge Computing, Encryption,
Endpoint Security, Ethernet

3.  Access point: An access point refers to a device which enables the communication of wireless-
equipped computers and other devices with a wired network.
 Alias: An alias, which is also referred to as a “nickname”, is usually used in e-mail applications. It is an
easy to remember name that is meant to be used for a more complicated and lengthier name.
 Authentication: Authentication is the process that caters to verification of the identity of a user or a
process. In it, a set of credentials serve the purpose of identification by being associated with an
incoming request.
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Access point,Alias,Authentication

4.  Application Programming Interface (API): An application programming interface refers to a
computing interface which specifies interactions among multiple intermediaries of software. It can be
designed as per some industry-standard or it can be specific to a component or custom. Modular
programming is enabled by an API. This lets users use an application programming interface
independently of the implementation
 APT: APT refers to an advanced persistent threat. It usually refers to a state-sponsored group which
presents a threat by enabling unauthorized access to a network and by successfully remaining
undetected for a long duration.
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5.  Bandwidth: Bandwidth refers to the amount of data which is capable of being transmitted over a
network at any particular time. If a network’s bandwidth is high then it implies that the volume of data
that can be transmitted is high. It is usually measured in bps (bits per second).
 Blockchain: A blockchain refers to a specific type of database which stores data in blocks which are
chained. In it, every block has a cryptographic hash of the timestamp and transaction data of the
previous block. Its design renders it resistant to alterations in data.
 Break/Fix: Break/fix is an IT service model through which IT services that are provided are billed on
an as-needed basis. In it the client is billed only for the work done and doesn’t have to pay any fixed fee
for the ongoing service.
 BYOD: BYOD refers to “Bring Your Own Device” and is a policy related to business and technology
which lets employees use their personal mobile devices for accessing company data.
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Bandwidth, Blockchain, Break/Fix, BYOD

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7.  Cache: A cache refers to a set of files that are saved on one’s hard disk and aid one’s browser with
regard to displaying those pages more quickly that have been visited previously.
 Cloud: A cloud makes it possible to have computer system resources’ on-demand availability. Clouds
can be restricted to the use of a single company. In this case these are referred to as enterprise clouds.
Clouds can be available for the use of multiple companies, wherein these are known as public clouds.
Clouds refer to servers that can be accessed over the Internet along with the databases and the
software that run on such servers. A cloud enables its users to access applications and files from any
device at any time.
To digress, clouds are used in cloud hosting. Cloud hosting is a type of web hosting service which makes it
possible to access websites over the Internet. This service is provided by web hosting companies and the
most popular web hosting companies are usually referred to as the “Best Cloud Hosting Company”, the
“Best Website Hosting Company”, the “Best Windows Hosting Company” etc.
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Cache, Cloud

8.  Cookies: Cookies refer to text files that have data that serve to identify one’s computer when one is
using a computer network. Cookies get created when one uses one’s browser to visit a site which uses
cookies to track visitors’ movement within the website. Moreover, cookies aid in resuming a visitor’s
browsing on that site, storing his/her login details, preferences as well as customization functions.
 Content Management System: CMS is the abbreviation for Content Management System. It is
essentially a software through which users can create, manage as well as modify a website’s content
easily without being dependent on any technical know-how. It is a tool for building websites that
eliminates the dependency on writing codes for this purpose. It is software platform which enables the
creation of web content and its editing, archiving, reporting, publishing, distribution etc.
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Cookies, Content Management System

9.  Cross-platform Software: A cross-platform software refers to a computer software which has been
implemented on many computing platforms. Such a software can be of two types. One of these needs
individual compilation for every platform that it supports. The other type is capable of being run
directly on any platform without the need for any special preparation.
 Cascading Style Sheets (CSS): A CSS is used to style web documents. Cascading Style Sheets is a
style sheet language which specifies the presentation of a document that is written in a markup
language. It enables the separation of content and presentation.
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Cross-platform Software, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

10.  Database: A database refers to data that exist in an organized collection. It is usually stored and
accessed electronically.A database renders data management easy.
 Data Center: A data center refers to a physical facility which is used by businesses for housing their
critical data and applications. A data center delivers shared data and applications through a network of
resources that are related to computing and storage.
 Data Loss Prevention (DLP): DLP is the abbreviation for Data Loss Prevention and refers to a
collection of processes along with the tools that are meant to prevent the loss of data, unauthorized
access to data and the misuse of data. DLP tools monitor as well as control endpoint activities. It is
meant to protect data that is in motion while in network traffic or in use which include endpoint
actions or at rest during data storage.
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Database, Data Center, Data Loss Prevention

11.  DHCP: DHCP is the abbreviation for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a protocol for
network management through which a server that is on a local network is able to assign temporary IP
addresses to network devices, such as computers.
 DNS: DNS is the abbreviation for Domain Name System, which refers to a hierarchical naming system
for resources that use the Internet or a private network. A DNS uses a decentralized naming system. It
converts domain names to their corresponding numerical IP addresses. It serves the function of
locating as well as identifying devices and services with the underlying network protocols. It assigns
domain names and maps those to respective Internet resources. This is attained through the allocation
of authoritative name servers for every domain. Moreover, it specifies the DNS protocol.
 Domain Name: A domain name is a website’s address which is typed in the browser URL bar for
accessing the website.
 Disaster Recovery: Disaster recovery, as an area of security planning, includes policies, procedures
and tools that aid in the recovery and proper continuation of essential technology infrastructure post
an untoward incident, such as a natural or man-made disaster.
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DHCP, DNS, Domain Name, Disaster Recovery

12.  Edge Computing: As a distributed computing paradigm, edge computing, serves to bring data storage
as well as computation closer to the location where it is required. This not only aids in improving
response time but also saves bandwidth.
 Encryption: Encryption refers to the process of encoding information. The process of encryption
renders readable text into an undecipherable form that can be decrypted via a decryption key. It
ensures data security which is crucial for sensitive information. In encryption, the original
representation of any information (plaintext) is converted into another form (ciphertext). A ciphertext
can be converted into plaintext by authorized parties in order to access the original form of the
information.
 Endpoint Security: Endpoint security ensures the protection of networks, which are bridged to
clients’ devices remotely. Endpoints on a network or in a cloud are protected against cyberattacks
through systems that have to do with endpoint security.
 Ethernet: Ethernet refers to a type of communication protocol which connects computers that exist
within a LAN (Local Area Network) or a WAN (Wide Area Network).
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Edge Computing, Encryption, Endpoint Security, Ethernet

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