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Address
Code by which the Internet identifies you. The format is username@hostname, where username is your username, login name, or account number, and hostname is the name of the computer or Internet provider you use. The hostname may be a few words strung together with periods.
Code by which the Internet identifies you. The format is username@hostname, where username is your username, login name, or account number, and hostname is the name of the computer or Internet provider you use. The hostname may be a few words strung together with periods.
Anonymous FTP
A way to use the FTP program to log on to another computer to copy files when you don't have an account on the other computer. When you log on, enter 'anonymous' as the username and your 'e-mail address' as the password. This gives you access to publicly available files.
A way to use the FTP program to log on to another computer to copy files when you don't have an account on the other computer. When you log on, enter 'anonymous' as the username and your 'e-mail address' as the password. This gives you access to publicly available files.
Applets
Java's advantage is in that it is composed of many smaller, re-usable chunks of programming code, called "applets" (short for "applications"). This allows for quicker transfer over the internet, meaning many new programs will now be able to become directly interactive, incorporating animation, sound, and more. (See also Java, ShockWave, and VRML)
Java's advantage is in that it is composed of many smaller, re-usable chunks of programming code, called "applets" (short for "applications"). This allows for quicker transfer over the internet, meaning many new programs will now be able to become directly interactive, incorporating animation, sound, and more. (See also Java, ShockWave, and VRML)
Archie
A system that helps you find files located anywhere on the Internet. After Archie locates the file, you can use FTP to get it. Archie is both a program and a system of server computers that contain indexes of files
A system that helps you find files located anywhere on the Internet. After Archie locates the file, you can use FTP to get it. Archie is both a program and a system of server computers that contain indexes of files
ASP
Active Server Pages (ASP) technology is a compile-free programming environment that allows combinations of html, scripting, and components to create powerful Internet applications that run on Microsoft Internet Information Server. If you are already creating Web sites that combine html, scripting, and some reusable components, you can use ASP to glue these items together. In addition, one of the standard Server Components supplied with ASP is Active Database Object (ADO). ADO provides connectivity to numerous databases via Open Database Connectivity (ODBC). This enables development of ASP templates that populate the final web pages with data from a database at runtime. Here's how Active Server works: The user visits a web site that points to a web page with the ASP extension. The user's web browser requests the ASP file from the Web server. The server-side script begins to run with ASP. ASP processes the requested file sequentially (top-down), executing any script commands contained in the file, and outputs a plain html Web page. This plain html web page is sent to the browser. Because your script runs on the server, IIS does all of the processing and standard html pages can be generated and sent to the browser. IIS provides native support for both VBScript and Jscript.
Active Server Pages (ASP) technology is a compile-free programming environment that allows combinations of html, scripting, and components to create powerful Internet applications that run on Microsoft Internet Information Server. If you are already creating Web sites that combine html, scripting, and some reusable components, you can use ASP to glue these items together. In addition, one of the standard Server Components supplied with ASP is Active Database Object (ADO). ADO provides connectivity to numerous databases via Open Database Connectivity (ODBC). This enables development of ASP templates that populate the final web pages with data from a database at runtime. Here's how Active Server works: The user visits a web site that points to a web page with the ASP extension. The user's web browser requests the ASP file from the Web server. The server-side script begins to run with ASP. ASP processes the requested file sequentially (top-down), executing any script commands contained in the file, and outputs a plain html Web page. This plain html web page is sent to the browser. Because your script runs on the server, IIS does all of the processing and standard html pages can be generated and sent to the browser. IIS provides native support for both VBScript and Jscript.
Asynchronous Communication
Communication that occurs at different times, between two or more individuals, in contrast to Synchronous communication. For e.g. e-mails, some conferencing systems, bulletin boards.
Communication that occurs at different times, between two or more individuals, in contrast to Synchronous communication. For e.g. e-mails, some conferencing systems, bulletin boards.
ATM
ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) is a networking technology that provides a guaranteed quality of service. Standard Internet connections are based on Frame Relay technology. The throughput of Frame Relay links can be drastically reduced under certain circumstances, just as a garden hose becomes less effective when stepped on or kinked. However, ATM links are like metal pipes-they always provide the same amount of throughput, regardless of the pressure exerted on them.
ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) is a networking technology that provides a guaranteed quality of service. Standard Internet connections are based on Frame Relay technology. The throughput of Frame Relay links can be drastically reduced under certain circumstances, just as a garden hose becomes less effective when stepped on or kinked. However, ATM links are like metal pipes-they always provide the same amount of throughput, regardless of the pressure exerted on them.
Auto-responder
Auto-responders allow you to automatically return a pre-set message whenever a selected mailbox receives a message. It will also notify a selected mailbox of the receipt and response.
Auto-responders allow you to automatically return a pre-set message whenever a selected mailbox receives a message. It will also notify a selected mailbox of the receipt and response.
Backbone
A high-speed line or series of connections that form a major pathway within a network. The term is relative, since a backbone in a small network will likely be much smaller than many non-backbone lines in a large network.
A high-speed line or series of connections that form a major pathway within a network. The term is relative, since a backbone in a small network will likely be much smaller than many non-backbone lines in a large network.
Bandwidth
Bandwidth is the amount of data, measured in Megabytes per month, that clients may transfer due to any traffic originating from or going to their Web site. A large part of this traffic is web traffic (Web site visitors) but can also be FTP (file uploads), Anonymous FTP (file downloads), and even E-mail services. In other words, the more bandwidth allowed, the better!
Bandwidth is the amount of data, measured in Megabytes per month, that clients may transfer due to any traffic originating from or going to their Web site. A large part of this traffic is web traffic (Web site visitors) but can also be FTP (file uploads), Anonymous FTP (file downloads), and even E-mail services. In other words, the more bandwidth allowed, the better!
BIOS -- Basic Input/Output System
The BIOS is what's coded into a PC's ROM to provide the basic instructions for controlling system hardware. The operating system and application programs both directly access BIOS routines to provide better compatibility for such functions as screen display. Some makers of add-in boards such as graphics accelerator cards provide their own BIOS modules that work in conjunction with (or replace) the BIOS on the system's motherboard.
The BIOS is what's coded into a PC's ROM to provide the basic instructions for controlling system hardware. The operating system and application programs both directly access BIOS routines to provide better compatibility for such functions as screen display. Some makers of add-in boards such as graphics accelerator cards provide their own BIOS modules that work in conjunction with (or replace) the BIOS on the system's motherboard.
Botnet
The word is generally used to refer to a collection of compromised computers (called Zombie computers) running software, usually installed via worms, Trojan horses, or backdoors, under a common command-and-control infrastructure. The majority of these computers are running Microsoft Windows operating systems, but other operating systems can be affected.
The word is generally used to refer to a collection of compromised computers (called Zombie computers) running software, usually installed via worms, Trojan horses, or backdoors, under a common command-and-control infrastructure. The majority of these computers are running Microsoft Windows operating systems, but other operating systems can be affected.
Certificates: Secure or Digital
Issued by a Certificate Authority (such as Equifax, Thawte or Verisign) , a Secure Certificate (also known as a Digital Certificate) is proof that a Web site is linked to a legitimate business, with a physical address and phone number. It is the job of the Certificate Authority to verify the identity of merchants and issue each a digital or authentication certificate.
Issued by a Certificate Authority (such as Equifax, Thawte or Verisign) , a Secure Certificate (also known as a Digital Certificate) is proof that a Web site is linked to a legitimate business, with a physical address and phone number. It is the job of the Certificate Authority to verify the identity of merchants and issue each a digital or authentication certificate.
CFML
Cold Fusion Markup Language is Allaire's tag based language that is used for creating Web sites that run on Allaire's Cold Fusion application server. For more information on CFML, visit Allaire's Web site at: http://www.allaire.com/products/coldfusion/index.cfm
Cold Fusion Markup Language is Allaire's tag based language that is used for creating Web sites that run on Allaire's Cold Fusion application server. For more information on CFML, visit Allaire's Web site at: http://www.allaire.com/products/coldfusion/index.cfm
CGI script
Common Gateway Interface (CGI) is a standard for interfacing external applications with information servers, such as HTTP or Web servers. A CGI script allows a program to be run on your server which can output dynamic information. Some examples of cgi scripts are: hit counters, mail forms, search pages and guestbooks. While most of the Web hosting companies don't offer technical support for any type of scripting. Although Perl is the predominant language because of it's worldwide acceptance, CGI can be written in any number of programming languages such as, Unix SH, KSH, CSH, and C.
Common Gateway Interface (CGI) is a standard for interfacing external applications with information servers, such as HTTP or Web servers. A CGI script allows a program to be run on your server which can output dynamic information. Some examples of cgi scripts are: hit counters, mail forms, search pages and guestbooks. While most of the Web hosting companies don't offer technical support for any type of scripting. Although Perl is the predominant language because of it's worldwide acceptance, CGI can be written in any number of programming languages such as, Unix SH, KSH, CSH, and C.
Co-located Server
Owned by the client but managed and maintained by the hosting facility. Located in a segregated and secured enclosure.
Owned by the client but managed and maintained by the hosting facility. Located in a segregated and secured enclosure.
co-location
Most often used to refer to having a server that belongs to one person or group physically located on an Internet-connected network that belongs to another person or group. Usually this is done because the server owner wants their machine to be on a high-speed Internet connection and/or they do not want the security risks of having the server on thier own network.
Most often used to refer to having a server that belongs to one person or group physically located on an Internet-connected network that belongs to another person or group. Usually this is done because the server owner wants their machine to be on a high-speed Internet connection and/or they do not want the security risks of having the server on thier own network.
COM Objects
COM objects are programs that are written to the Microsoft component specification. These objects are used to encapsulate programming logic. Using COM objects, ASP sites can connect to other server-side systems. The ASP pages do not contain the code for these connections. Instead, the ASP pages make calls to COM objects. COM objects contain all of the programming to work with the back end system. For more information on COM, visit Microsoft's Web site.
COM objects are programs that are written to the Microsoft component specification. These objects are used to encapsulate programming logic. Using COM objects, ASP sites can connect to other server-side systems. The ASP pages do not contain the code for these connections. Instead, the ASP pages make calls to COM objects. COM objects contain all of the programming to work with the back end system. For more information on COM, visit Microsoft's Web site.
Control Panel
The Control Panel is an on-line interface, that allows users to change and update their Web sites.
The Control Panel is an on-line interface, that allows users to change and update their Web sites.
Cookies
A mechanism for server-side connections to store and retrieve information on the client side.
A mechanism for server-side connections to store and retrieve information on the client side.
Data Transfer
Data transfer (bandwidth) is the amount of information downloaded from a Web site. For example, let's assume all of the data (pictures, text, buttons) on your homepage totals 25KB (the size of Yahoo's homepage). If a thousand people viewed your homepage you'd have 25MB total data transfer for that month (25KB multiplied by 1000).
Data transfer (bandwidth) is the amount of information downloaded from a Web site. For example, let's assume all of the data (pictures, text, buttons) on your homepage totals 25KB (the size of Yahoo's homepage). If a thousand people viewed your homepage you'd have 25MB total data transfer for that month (25KB multiplied by 1000).
Dedicated Server
Service is hosted on one or more dedicated computers. Often used for special database applications.
Service is hosted on one or more dedicated computers. Often used for special database applications.
DHCP -- (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
DHCP is a protocol by which a machine can obtain an IP number (and other network configuration information) from a server on the local network.
DHCP is a protocol by which a machine can obtain an IP number (and other network configuration information) from a server on the local network.
Disk label
"Disk label" is another word for "partition table". A partition table's main purpose is recording the location of partitions on a disk and boot-time management.
"Disk label" is another word for "partition table". A partition table's main purpose is recording the location of partitions on a disk and boot-time management.
Disk Space
Disk space is the storage capacity of your Web site for pictures, html, graphics, etc. and is usually expressed in MB.
Disk space is the storage capacity of your Web site for pictures, html, graphics, etc. and is usually expressed in MB.
DNS
The Domain Name System. A system for translating computer names into numeric Internet addresses.
The Domain Name System. A system for translating computer names into numeric Internet addresses.
Domain Name
The unique name that identifies an Internet site. A given machine may have more than one domain name, but a given domain name points to only one machine. It is also possible for a domain name to exist but not be connected to an actual machine. This is often done so that a group or business can have an Internet e-mail address without having to establish a real Internet site. In these cases, an Internet service provider's machine must handle the mail on behalf of the listed domain name.
The unique name that identifies an Internet site. A given machine may have more than one domain name, but a given domain name points to only one machine. It is also possible for a domain name to exist but not be connected to an actual machine. This is often done so that a group or business can have an Internet e-mail address without having to establish a real Internet site. In these cases, an Internet service provider's machine must handle the mail on behalf of the listed domain name.
Domain Name Registration
Domain Name Registration is the process of registering your Web site address (i.e. www.servertune.com) with an official Internet registrar.
Domain Name Registration is the process of registering your Web site address (i.e. www.servertune.com) with an official Internet registrar.
Domain Transfer
When a domain name (Web site) is moved from one Internet address to another, the new address must be recorded by the domain registrar to allow Internet Domain Name Servers to point to the new location.
When a domain name (Web site) is moved from one Internet address to another, the new address must be recorded by the domain registrar to allow Internet Domain Name Servers to point to the new location.
Download
To retrieve a file from another machine, usually a host machine, to your machine.
To retrieve a file from another machine, usually a host machine, to your machine.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
A method of transferring one or more files from one computer to another over a network or phone line.
A method of transferring one or more files from one computer to another over a network or phone line.
Finger
A program that displays information about someone on the net. On most UNIX systems, this command tells you who is logged on right now. On most Internet hosts, it tells you the name, possibly some other information based on the person's Internet address, and the last time they logged on.
A program that displays information about someone on the net. On most UNIX systems, this command tells you who is logged on right now. On most Internet hosts, it tells you the name, possibly some other information based on the person's Internet address, and the last time they logged on.
Firewall
The most common means of protecting a network is using a firewall. The biggest problem with firewalls is that people think they're more than they actually are. A firewall's major strength is protecting against traffic-based attacks (DoS,or DDoS).
The most common means of protecting a network is using a firewall. The biggest problem with firewalls is that people think they're more than they actually are. A firewall's major strength is protecting against traffic-based attacks (DoS,or DDoS).
Forms
Forms add extra interactivity to Web sites. Questionnaires can be created, that include text areas, check boxes and radio buttons which are then sent by the viewer to a specified mailbox, usually the manager of the Web site.F.T.P.
Forms add extra interactivity to Web sites. Questionnaires can be created, that include text areas, check boxes and radio buttons which are then sent by the viewer to a specified mailbox, usually the manager of the Web site.F.T.P.
Forwarder
E-mail forwards redirect e-mail messages to another mailbox either within its domain or to an outside destination.
E-mail forwards redirect e-mail messages to another mailbox either within its domain or to an outside destination.
GIF
Graphics Interchange Format. A platform-independent file format developed by CompuServe, the GIF format is commonly used to distribute graphics on the Internet.
Graphics Interchange Format. A platform-independent file format developed by CompuServe, the GIF format is commonly used to distribute graphics on the Internet.
Gopher
A system that lets you find information by using menus. To use Gopher, you usually Telnet to a Gopher server and begin browsing the menus.
A system that lets you find information by using menus. To use Gopher, you usually Telnet to a Gopher server and begin browsing the menus.
Helper Application
This is an application that adds extra functionality to Web documents. e.g. If you download a movie clip the Web browser is unable to play the file but it can boot up a helper application, in this case it may be 'RealPlayer' (An audio/video player application).
This is an application that adds extra functionality to Web documents. e.g. If you download a movie clip the Web browser is unable to play the file but it can boot up a helper application, in this case it may be 'RealPlayer' (An audio/video player application).
Hits
This refers to the number of people who have visited a given Web Site or page.( e.g.10300 hits)
This refers to the number of people who have visited a given Web Site or page.( e.g.10300 hits)
Host
A computer on the Internet you may be able to log on to. You can use FTP to get files from a host computer, and use other programs (such as telnet) to make use of the host computer.
A computer on the Internet you may be able to log on to. You can use FTP to get files from a host computer, and use other programs (such as telnet) to make use of the host computer.
Hostname
hostname is the unique name by which a system is known on a network. Hostname is crucial since it is used to identify the origin of email and other forms of electronic information interchange. For example, our domain name is: ServerTune.com, we can have a hostname like: cPanel.ServerTune.com, or SentOS.ServerTune.com, or Andy.ServerTune.com, or Minnesota.ServerTune.com.
hostname is the unique name by which a system is known on a network. Hostname is crucial since it is used to identify the origin of email and other forms of electronic information interchange. For example, our domain name is: ServerTune.com, we can have a hostname like: cPanel.ServerTune.com, or SentOS.ServerTune.com, or Andy.ServerTune.com, or Minnesota.ServerTune.com.
html
Hypertext Markup Language. A system used for writing pages for the World Wide Web. html allows text to include codes that define fonts, layout, embedded graphics, and hypertext links.
Hypertext Markup Language. A system used for writing pages for the World Wide Web. html allows text to include codes that define fonts, layout, embedded graphics, and hypertext links.
Hypermedia
Computer applications that have the ability to link information to information created by another application, characteristic of Internet Applications.
Computer applications that have the ability to link information to information created by another application, characteristic of Internet Applications.
Hypertext
A system of writing and displaying text that enables the text to be linked in multiple ways, available at several levels of detail. Hypertext documents can also contain links to related documents, such as those referred to in footnotes. Hypermedia can also contain pictures, sounds, and /or video.
A system of writing and displaying text that enables the text to be linked in multiple ways, available at several levels of detail. Hypertext documents can also contain links to related documents, such as those referred to in footnotes. Hypermedia can also contain pictures, sounds, and /or video.
IIS
Microsoft's Internet Information Server versions 3.0 and higher include support for Active Server Pages (ASP). IIS is only available on Windows NT and 2000 operating systems. IIS 3.0 and 4.0 have been tested with UltraDev. For more information on IIS, visit Microsoft's Web site.
Microsoft's Internet Information Server versions 3.0 and higher include support for Active Server Pages (ASP). IIS is only available on Windows NT and 2000 operating systems. IIS 3.0 and 4.0 have been tested with UltraDev. For more information on IIS, visit Microsoft's Web site.
Image Map
An image map is another way of creating links between web pages. In image maps, different parts of the image activate different links. (an example: this is an external web link)
An image map is another way of creating links between web pages. In image maps, different parts of the image activate different links. (an example: this is an external web link)
InterNIC
The InterNIC organization was formed in 1993 to handle domain name registrations. While Network Solutions manages the group, the National Science Foundation, AT&T, and General Atomics also play a part in how the organization is run. InterNIC also maintains a database of domain names, so you can search to see if the one you want is available. Point your browser at InterNIC, click Registration Services, and then Whois. Here, you'll find guidelines for researching the availability of a domain name.
The InterNIC organization was formed in 1993 to handle domain name registrations. While Network Solutions manages the group, the National Science Foundation, AT&T, and General Atomics also play a part in how the organization is run. InterNIC also maintains a database of domain names, so you can search to see if the one you want is available. Point your browser at InterNIC, click Registration Services, and then Whois. Here, you'll find guidelines for researching the availability of a domain name.
IP
Internet Protocol. The transport layer protocol used as a basis of the Internet. IP enables information to be routed from one network to another in packets and then reassembled when they reach their destination.
Internet Protocol. The transport layer protocol used as a basis of the Internet. IP enables information to be routed from one network to another in packets and then reassembled when they reach their destination.
IP Address
A four-part number separated by periods (for example, 165.113.245.2) that uniquely identifies a machine on the Internet. Every machine on the Internet has a unique IP number; if a machine does not have an IP number, it is not really on the Internet. Most machines also have one or more domain names that are easier for people to remember.
A four-part number separated by periods (for example, 165.113.245.2) that uniquely identifies a machine on the Internet. Every machine on the Internet has a unique IP number; if a machine does not have an IP number, it is not really on the Internet. Most machines also have one or more domain names that are easier for people to remember.
IP Spoofing
An attack whereby a system attempts to illicitly impersonate another system by using its IP network address.
An attack whereby a system attempts to illicitly impersonate another system by using its IP network address.
IPv4 -- (Internet Protocol, version 4)
The most widley used version of the Internet Protocol (the "IP" part of TCP/IP.) IPv4 allows for a theoretical maximum of approximately four billion IP Numbers (technically 232), but the actual number is far less due to inefficiencies in the way blocks of numbers are handled by networks. The gradual adoption of IPv6 will solve this problem.
The most widley used version of the Internet Protocol (the "IP" part of TCP/IP.) IPv4 allows for a theoretical maximum of approximately four billion IP Numbers (technically 232), but the actual number is far less due to inefficiencies in the way blocks of numbers are handled by networks. The gradual adoption of IPv6 will solve this problem.
IPv6 -- (Internet Protocol, version 6)
The successor to IPv4. Already deployed in some cases and gradually spreading, IPv6 provides a huge number of available IP Numbers - over a sextillion addresses (theoretically 2128). IPv6 allows every device on the planet to have its own IP Number.
The successor to IPv4. Already deployed in some cases and gradually spreading, IPv6 provides a huge number of available IP Numbers - over a sextillion addresses (theoretically 2128). IPv6 allows every device on the planet to have its own IP Number.
IRC
Internet Relay Chat. A system that enables Internet users to talk with each other in real time over the Internet rather than in person.
Internet Relay Chat. A system that enables Internet users to talk with each other in real time over the Internet rather than in person.
ISDN
Integrated Services Digital Network. A way to move more data over existing regular phone lines. ISDN is only slowly becoming available in the USA. ISDN can provide speeds of 64,000 bits per second over a regular phone line at almost the same cost as a normal phone call.
Integrated Services Digital Network. A way to move more data over existing regular phone lines. ISDN is only slowly becoming available in the USA. ISDN can provide speeds of 64,000 bits per second over a regular phone line at almost the same cost as a normal phone call.
Java
This programming code works in conjunction with html to allow dynamic programs to run and interact with your computer, where straight html is primarily linear information downloaded to your computer for static display. Java is a product created by Sun Microsystems. Watch for many new web sites to start incorporating limitless graphics, sound, motion, programs, etc.. (See also applets, ShockWave, andVRML)
This programming code works in conjunction with html to allow dynamic programs to run and interact with your computer, where straight html is primarily linear information downloaded to your computer for static display. Java is a product created by Sun Microsystems. Watch for many new web sites to start incorporating limitless graphics, sound, motion, programs, etc.. (See also applets, ShockWave, andVRML)
Java applet
is a program written in the JavaTM programming language that can be included in an html page, much in the same way an image is included. When you use a Java technology-enabled browser to view a page that contains an applet, the applet's code is transferred to your system and executed by the browser's Java Virtual Machine (JVM).
is a program written in the JavaTM programming language that can be included in an html page, much in the same way an image is included. When you use a Java technology-enabled browser to view a page that contains an applet, the applet's code is transferred to your system and executed by the browser's Java Virtual Machine (JVM).
Java Servlet
Servlets are the Java platform technology of choice for extending and enhancing Web servers. Servlets provide a component-based, platform-independent method for building Web-based applications, without the performance limitations of CGI programs. And unlike proprietary server extension mechanisms (such as the Netscape Server API or Apache modules), servlets are server- and platform-independent. This leaves you free to select a "best of breed" strategy for your servers, platforms, and tools.
Servlets are the Java platform technology of choice for extending and enhancing Web servers. Servlets provide a component-based, platform-independent method for building Web-based applications, without the performance limitations of CGI programs. And unlike proprietary server extension mechanisms (such as the Netscape Server API or Apache modules), servlets are server- and platform-independent. This leaves you free to select a "best of breed" strategy for your servers, platforms, and tools.
JavaScript
is a simple scripting language that is very similar to C, developed by Netscape that allows you to create dynamic pages.
is a simple scripting language that is very similar to C, developed by Netscape that allows you to create dynamic pages.
JavaServer Pages (JSP)
At first glance, JavaServer PagesTM (JSP) and Microsoft Active Server Pages (ASP) technologies have many similarities. Both are designed to create interactive pages as part of a Web-based application. To a degree, both enable developers to separate programming logic from page design through the use of components that are called from the page itself. And both provide an alternative to creating CGI scripts that makes page development and deployment easier and faster. While JavaServer Pages technology and Microsoft Active Server Pages are similar in many ways, there are also a number of differences that exist. And these differences are just as significant as the similarities, and have far-reaching implications for the developers who use them as well as the organizations that adopt them as part of their overall Web-based architecture.
At first glance, JavaServer PagesTM (JSP) and Microsoft Active Server Pages (ASP) technologies have many similarities. Both are designed to create interactive pages as part of a Web-based application. To a degree, both enable developers to separate programming logic from page design through the use of components that are called from the page itself. And both provide an alternative to creating CGI scripts that makes page development and deployment easier and faster. While JavaServer Pages technology and Microsoft Active Server Pages are similar in many ways, there are also a number of differences that exist. And these differences are just as significant as the similarities, and have far-reaching implications for the developers who use them as well as the organizations that adopt them as part of their overall Web-based architecture.
JDBC
Java Database Connectivity is the Sun database connectivity standard. JDBC is part of the Java 2 platform. JDBC drivers enable database connectivity on any Java platform including Windows, Mac, and UNIX. JDBC drivers can be downloaded from various vendors. The Sun Web site includes a list of all the latest drivers for JDBC.
Java Database Connectivity is the Sun database connectivity standard. JDBC is part of the Java 2 platform. JDBC drivers enable database connectivity on any Java platform including Windows, Mac, and UNIX. JDBC drivers can be downloaded from various vendors. The Sun Web site includes a list of all the latest drivers for JDBC.
JPEG
Joint Photographic Experts Group. A group that has defined a compression scheme that reduces the size of image files by up to 20 times at the cost of slightly reduced image quality.
Joint Photographic Experts Group. A group that has defined a compression scheme that reduces the size of image files by up to 20 times at the cost of slightly reduced image quality.
Kernel
Kernel is responsible for memory management, process and task management, and disk management. It is the part of the operating system that loads first, and it remains in main memory. Because it stays in memory, it is important for the kernel to be as small as possible while still providing all the essential services required by other parts of the operating system and applications.
Kernel is responsible for memory management, process and task management, and disk management. It is the part of the operating system that loads first, and it remains in main memory. Because it stays in memory, it is important for the kernel to be as small as possible while still providing all the essential services required by other parts of the operating system and applications.
LAN
Local Area Network. A group of connected computers, usually located in close proximity (such as the same building or floor of the building) so data can be passed among them.
Local Area Network. A group of connected computers, usually located in close proximity (such as the same building or floor of the building) so data can be passed among them.
Latency
In networking, latency and bandwidth are the two factors that determine the speed of your connection. Latency is the time it takes for a data packet to move across a network connection. (Bandwidth is the capacity of data pipe that carries the data packet.)
In networking, latency and bandwidth are the two factors that determine the speed of your connection. Latency is the time it takes for a data packet to move across a network connection. (Bandwidth is the capacity of data pipe that carries the data packet.)
Links
By inserting hypertextual links into web documents it is possible to connect two documents together. These documents can be on different computers on opposite sides of the globe.
By inserting hypertextual links into web documents it is possible to connect two documents together. These documents can be on different computers on opposite sides of the globe.
Linux
Linux is the kernel of an operating system. Linux was built on the Unix tradition. Linux was originally developed by Linus Torwalds of Finland, who currenctly owns the Linux trademark. Linux stands for Linus' Unix.
Linux is the kernel of an operating system. Linux was built on the Unix tradition. Linux was originally developed by Linus Torwalds of Finland, who currenctly owns the Linux trademark. Linux stands for Linus' Unix.
Listserv
A family of programs that manages mailing lists by distributing messages posted to the list, adding and deleting members automatically.
A family of programs that manages mailing lists by distributing messages posted to the list, adding and deleting members automatically.
Modem
MOdulator, DEModulator. A device that you connect to your computer and to a phone line to allow the computer to talk to other computers through the phone system. Modems convert the computer's digital signals into analog waves that can be transmitted over standard voice telephone lines. Modem speeds are measured in bits per second (bps)--also sometimes expressed as Kilobits (thousands of bits) per second.
MOdulator, DEModulator. A device that you connect to your computer and to a phone line to allow the computer to talk to other computers through the phone system. Modems convert the computer's digital signals into analog waves that can be transmitted over standard voice telephone lines. Modem speeds are measured in bits per second (bps)--also sometimes expressed as Kilobits (thousands of bits) per second.
MPEG -- Moving Pictures Experts Group
MPEG is a standard for compressing sound and movie files into an attractive format for downloading--or even streaming--across the Internet. The MPEG-1 standard streams video and sound data at 150 kilobytes per second--the same rate as a single-speed CD-ROM drive--which it manages by taking key frames of video and filling only the areas that change between the frames. Unfortunately, MPEG-1 produces only adequate quality video, far below that of standard TV. MPEG-2 compression improves things dramatically. With MPEG-2, a properly compressed video can be shown at near-laserdisc clarity with a CD-quality stereo soundtrack. For that reason, modern video delivery mediums, such as digital satellite services and DVD, use MPEG-2.
MPEG is a standard for compressing sound and movie files into an attractive format for downloading--or even streaming--across the Internet. The MPEG-1 standard streams video and sound data at 150 kilobytes per second--the same rate as a single-speed CD-ROM drive--which it manages by taking key frames of video and filling only the areas that change between the frames. Unfortunately, MPEG-1 produces only adequate quality video, far below that of standard TV. MPEG-2 compression improves things dramatically. With MPEG-2, a properly compressed video can be shown at near-laserdisc clarity with a CD-quality stereo soundtrack. For that reason, modern video delivery mediums, such as digital satellite services and DVD, use MPEG-2.
MySQL
MySQL is a relational database management system. A relational database stores data in separate tables rather than putting all the data in one big storeroom. This adds speed and flexibility. The tables are linked by defined relations making it possible to combine data from several tables on request. The SQL part of MySQL stands for "Structured Query Language" - the most common standardized language used to access databases.
MySQL is a relational database management system. A relational database stores data in separate tables rather than putting all the data in one big storeroom. This adds speed and flexibility. The tables are linked by defined relations making it possible to combine data from several tables on request. The SQL part of MySQL stands for "Structured Query Language" - the most common standardized language used to access databases.
NNTP
Network News Transfer Protocol. A protocol defined for distribution, inquiry, retrieval, and posting of news articles.
Network News Transfer Protocol. A protocol defined for distribution, inquiry, retrieval, and posting of news articles.
ODBC Support
Object Database Connectivity (ODBC) support allows ODBC compliant applications to connect to an ODBC database and extract data without requiring that the user have programming skills. For example, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and MySQL are ODBC compliant applications. Using ODBC and MySQL a user can import data directly into an Excel spreadsheet once MySQL ODBC drivers have been installed on the user's computer.
Object Database Connectivity (ODBC) support allows ODBC compliant applications to connect to an ODBC database and extract data without requiring that the user have programming skills. For example, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and MySQL are ODBC compliant applications. Using ODBC and MySQL a user can import data directly into an Excel spreadsheet once MySQL ODBC drivers have been installed on the user's computer.
OEM -- Original Equipment Manufacturer
Originally OEM was an adjective used to describe a company that produced hardware to be marketed under another company's brand. Mitsumi, for example, produced CD-ROM drives that dozens of companies would label as their own. It's often now used as a verb, as in this sentence: "This CD-ROM drive is OEM'd by Mitsumi."
Originally OEM was an adjective used to describe a company that produced hardware to be marketed under another company's brand. Mitsumi, for example, produced CD-ROM drives that dozens of companies would label as their own. It's often now used as a verb, as in this sentence: "This CD-ROM drive is OEM'd by Mitsumi."
OLEDB
OLEDB is another Microsoft standard for connecting to databases. OLEDB is object-oriented and works with relational and non-relational databases. There are fewer OLEDB drivers available for existing databases but those that are available provide better performance for ASP sites than ODBC.
OLEDB is another Microsoft standard for connecting to databases. OLEDB is object-oriented and works with relational and non-relational databases. There are fewer OLEDB drivers available for existing databases but those that are available provide better performance for ASP sites than ODBC.
Packet
A chunk of information sent over a network. Each packet contains the destination address, the sender's address, error-control information, and data.
A chunk of information sent over a network. Each packet contains the destination address, the sender's address, error-control information, and data.
Packet Sniffer
A packet sniffer is an application that captures TCP/IP data packets, which can maliciously be used to capture passwords and other data while it is in transit either within the computer or over the network.
A packet sniffer is an application that captures TCP/IP data packets, which can maliciously be used to capture passwords and other data while it is in transit either within the computer or over the network.
Partition
A partition can be thought of as a division or "part" of a real Hard Disk (HD). When you partition a HD, you make it available to an Operating System (OS). Multiple partitions on a singe HD appear as separate drives to the OS. For example, when you install an OS such as Windows Vista or Linux CentOS, part of the process is to define a partition on the HD. This partition serves to define an area of the HD that Windows Vista or Linux CentOS can use to install all of its applications and files. For example, in Windows OS, the primary partition is usually assigned the drive letter of "C".
A partition can be thought of as a division or "part" of a real Hard Disk (HD). When you partition a HD, you make it available to an Operating System (OS). Multiple partitions on a singe HD appear as separate drives to the OS. For example, when you install an OS such as Windows Vista or Linux CentOS, part of the process is to define a partition on the HD. This partition serves to define an area of the HD that Windows Vista or Linux CentOS can use to install all of its applications and files. For example, in Windows OS, the primary partition is usually assigned the drive letter of "C".
Perl
Perl has become the premier scripting language of the Web, as most CGI programs are written in Perl. However, Perl is widely used as a rapid prototyping language and a "glue" language that makes it possible for different systems to work well together. Perl is popular with system administrators who use it for an infinite number of automation tasks.
Perl has become the premier scripting language of the Web, as most CGI programs are written in Perl. However, Perl is widely used as a rapid prototyping language and a "glue" language that makes it possible for different systems to work well together. Perl is popular with system administrators who use it for an infinite number of automation tasks.
Ping
A network management tool that checks to see whether you can communicate with another computer on the Internet. It sends a short message to which the other computer automatically responds. If the other computer does not respond to the ping, you usually cannot establish communications.
A network management tool that checks to see whether you can communicate with another computer on the Internet. It sends a short message to which the other computer automatically responds. If the other computer does not respond to the ping, you usually cannot establish communications.
POP
Point of Presence. A physical site in a geographic area where a network access provider, such as UUNET, has equipment to which users connect. The local phone company's central office in a particular area is also sometimes referred to as their POP for that area. (As an example, AT&T's POP for the Seattle area is in downtown Seattle.)
Point of Presence. A physical site in a geographic area where a network access provider, such as UUNET, has equipment to which users connect. The local phone company's central office in a particular area is also sometimes referred to as their POP for that area. (As an example, AT&T's POP for the Seattle area is in downtown Seattle.)
PPP
Point-to-Point Protocol. A scheme for connecting two computers over a phone line (or a network link that acts like a phone line). Similar to SLIP.
Point-to-Point Protocol. A scheme for connecting two computers over a phone line (or a network link that acts like a phone line). Similar to SLIP.
Propagation
The process of disseminating information throughout a system.
The process of disseminating information throughout a system.
Protocol
A language Computers use when talking to each other.
A language Computers use when talking to each other.
Proxy Server
A Proxy Server sits in between a Client and the "real" Server that a Client is trying to use. Client's are sometimes configured to use a Proxy Server, usually an HTTP server. The clients makes all of it's requests from the Proxy Server, which then makes requests from the "real" server and passes the result back to the Client. Sometimes the Proxy server will store the results and give a stored result instead of making a new one (to reduce use of a Network). Proxy servers are commonly established on Local Area Networks.
A Proxy Server sits in between a Client and the "real" Server that a Client is trying to use. Client's are sometimes configured to use a Proxy Server, usually an HTTP server. The clients makes all of it's requests from the Proxy Server, which then makes requests from the "real" server and passes the result back to the Client. Sometimes the Proxy server will store the results and give a stored result instead of making a new one (to reduce use of a Network). Proxy servers are commonly established on Local Area Networks.
Remote Access
When you access a computer that you are unable to see. This is done via a modem or computer network.
When you access a computer that you are unable to see. This is done via a modem or computer network.
Reverse DNS
(rDNS) is a method of resolving an IP address into a domain name, just as the domain name system (DNS) resolves domain names into associated IP addresses. One of the applications of reverse DNS is as a spam filter. Here's how it works: Typically, a spammer uses an invalid IP address, one that doesn't match the domain name. A reverse DNS lookup program inputs IP addresses of incoming messages to a DNS database. If no valid name is found to match the IP address, the server blocks that message.
(rDNS) is a method of resolving an IP address into a domain name, just as the domain name system (DNS) resolves domain names into associated IP addresses. One of the applications of reverse DNS is as a spam filter. Here's how it works: Typically, a spammer uses an invalid IP address, one that doesn't match the domain name. A reverse DNS lookup program inputs IP addresses of incoming messages to a DNS database. If no valid name is found to match the IP address, the server blocks that message.
Rootkit
A rootkit is a toolkit for hiding the fact that a computer's security has been compromised, is a general description of a set of programs which work to subvert control of an operating system from its legitimate operators. Usually, a rootkit will obscure its installation and attempt to prevent its removal through a subversion of standard system security. Root kits may include replacements for system binaries so that it becomes impossible for the legitimate user to detect the presence of the intruder on the system by looking at process tables.
A rootkit is a toolkit for hiding the fact that a computer's security has been compromised, is a general description of a set of programs which work to subvert control of an operating system from its legitimate operators. Usually, a rootkit will obscure its installation and attempt to prevent its removal through a subversion of standard system security. Root kits may include replacements for system binaries so that it becomes impossible for the legitimate user to detect the presence of the intruder on the system by looking at process tables.
Router
A special-purpose computer (or software package) that handles the connection between 2 or more Packet-Switched networks. Routers spend all their time looking at the source and destination addresses of the packets passing through them and deciding which route to send them on.
A special-purpose computer (or software package) that handles the connection between 2 or more Packet-Switched networks. Routers spend all their time looking at the source and destination addresses of the packets passing through them and deciding which route to send them on.
Screen Resolution
The number of dots per square inch (dpi) displayed on a screen. The higher the number of dots, the better the resolution.
The number of dots per square inch (dpi) displayed on a screen. The higher the number of dots, the better the resolution.
Search Engine
A software application found on-line which allows you to search for information, by key words, available on the Internet (e.g. web sites, newsgroups)
A software application found on-line which allows you to search for information, by key words, available on the Internet (e.g. web sites, newsgroups)
Secure Socket Layer (SSL)
Security is very important on the Web. Whether sharing financial, business, or personal information. Cyber people need to protect their documents, financial transactions, and private topics from intercepting and make certain that what they are communicating is secure. The Secure Sockets Layer protocol (SSL) provides one means for achieving these goals. The reason SSL is called secured socket is because SSL uses a "secure socket" or port for transferring encrypted information between the server and the browser. The secure socket is a protocol that controls the communication between the SSL server and the browser. SSL is a security protocol designed by Netscape Communications Corporation, the company of Netscape Navigator fame. SSL is designed to provide security during the transmission of sensitive data over TCP/IP (the communications protocol used on the Internet). SSL provides data encryption, server authentication, and message integrity for data transmission over the Internet. The newest version, SSL 3.0, supports both client and server authentication. If you find the above hard to understand, all you have to know is that SSL encrypts the data while it is being transmitted over the Internet. The encryption is done in the background, without any interaction from the user, so there is no password to enter or remember.
Security is very important on the Web. Whether sharing financial, business, or personal information. Cyber people need to protect their documents, financial transactions, and private topics from intercepting and make certain that what they are communicating is secure. The Secure Sockets Layer protocol (SSL) provides one means for achieving these goals. The reason SSL is called secured socket is because SSL uses a "secure socket" or port for transferring encrypted information between the server and the browser. The secure socket is a protocol that controls the communication between the SSL server and the browser. SSL is a security protocol designed by Netscape Communications Corporation, the company of Netscape Navigator fame. SSL is designed to provide security during the transmission of sensitive data over TCP/IP (the communications protocol used on the Internet). SSL provides data encryption, server authentication, and message integrity for data transmission over the Internet. The newest version, SSL 3.0, supports both client and server authentication. If you find the above hard to understand, all you have to know is that SSL encrypts the data while it is being transmitted over the Internet. The encryption is done in the background, without any interaction from the user, so there is no password to enter or remember.
Server
A computer that provides a service to other computers on a network. An Archie server, for example, lets people on the Internet use Archie.
A computer that provides a service to other computers on a network. An Archie server, for example, lets people on the Internet use Archie.
Server Side Includes (SSI)
SSI, or Server Side Includes is basically a feature of CGI (in conjunction with your server) that allows you to dynamically insert a piece of information (such as the current date, any html file etc) onto any Web page, and have the browser display it as if it was hard coded onto that page.
SSI, or Server Side Includes is basically a feature of CGI (in conjunction with your server) that allows you to dynamically insert a piece of information (such as the current date, any html file etc) onto any Web page, and have the browser display it as if it was hard coded onto that page.
Server Side Java
Server-side Java (SSJ), sometimes called servlets or server-side applets, is a powerful hybrid of the Common Gateway Interface (CGI) and lower-level server API programming -- such as NSAPI from Netscape and ISAPI from Microsoft.
Server-side Java (SSJ), sometimes called servlets or server-side applets, is a powerful hybrid of the Common Gateway Interface (CGI) and lower-level server API programming -- such as NSAPI from Netscape and ISAPI from Microsoft.
Shared Server
Redundant equipment with high-quality monitoring and management. Serves the primary needs for storefront and similar e-business sites on Unix or Windows.
Redundant equipment with high-quality monitoring and management. Serves the primary needs for storefront and similar e-business sites on Unix or Windows.
SLIP
Serial Line Interface Protocol. A software scheme for connecting a computer to the Internet.
Serial Line Interface Protocol. A software scheme for connecting a computer to the Internet.
SMTP
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol A protocol used to transfer e-mail between computers.
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol A protocol used to transfer e-mail between computers.
SNMP -- (Simple Network Management Protocol)
A set of standards for communication with devices connected to a TCP/IP network. Examples of these devices include routers, hubs, and switches. SNMP is defined in RFC 1089
A set of standards for communication with devices connected to a TCP/IP network. Examples of these devices include routers, hubs, and switches. SNMP is defined in RFC 1089
Socket
When your computer is on the Internet via a SLIP connection, a socket is a conversation your computer is having with a computer elsewhere on the net. You may have one socket for an FTP session, another socket for a Telnet session, and another socket taking care of getting your mail.
When your computer is on the Internet via a SLIP connection, a socket is a conversation your computer is having with a computer elsewhere on the net. You may have one socket for an FTP session, another socket for a Telnet session, and another socket taking care of getting your mail.
Spyware
A somewhat vague term generally referring to software that is secretly installed on a users computer and that monitors use of the computer in some way without the users' knowledge or consent. Most spyware tries to get the user to view advertising and/or particular web pages. Some spyware also sends information about the user to another machine over the Internet. Spyware is usually installed without a users' knowledge as part of the installation of other software, especially software such as music sharing software obtained via download.
A somewhat vague term generally referring to software that is secretly installed on a users computer and that monitors use of the computer in some way without the users' knowledge or consent. Most spyware tries to get the user to view advertising and/or particular web pages. Some spyware also sends information about the user to another machine over the Internet. Spyware is usually installed without a users' knowledge as part of the installation of other software, especially software such as music sharing software obtained via download.
SQL
Structured Query Language - a standardized language used to access databases. See MySQL.
Structured Query Language - a standardized language used to access databases. See MySQL.
Synchronous Communication
Communication that occurs at the same time, between two or more individuals, for e.g. telephone conversations, Internet Relay Chat, face-to-face communication.
Communication that occurs at the same time, between two or more individuals, for e.g. telephone conversations, Internet Relay Chat, face-to-face communication.
TCP/IP
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol A protocol used to transfer e-mail between Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. The system that networks use to communicate with each other on the Internet.
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol A protocol used to transfer e-mail between Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. The system that networks use to communicate with each other on the Internet.
Telnet/SSH
Telnet and/or SSH is a program to log into another computer over a network, to execute commands in a remote machine, and to move files from one machine to another. It provides strong authentication and secure communications over un-secure channels. SSH access allows clients to take advantage of easy maintenance of their sites in a UNIX shell. Clients are able to roam through their sites, change permissions, move files, delete and save files, and debug scripts. Compiling programs is also possible. Telnet access also allows for manipulation of MySQL databases. All accounts come with one shell account. Telnet allows you to update the content of your Web site quicker and easier than FTP in most cases.
Telnet and/or SSH is a program to log into another computer over a network, to execute commands in a remote machine, and to move files from one machine to another. It provides strong authentication and secure communications over un-secure channels. SSH access allows clients to take advantage of easy maintenance of their sites in a UNIX shell. Clients are able to roam through their sites, change permissions, move files, delete and save files, and debug scripts. Compiling programs is also possible. Telnet access also allows for manipulation of MySQL databases. All accounts come with one shell account. Telnet allows you to update the content of your Web site quicker and easier than FTP in most cases.
Terminal
A device that allows you to send commands to a computer somewhere else. At a minimum, this usually means a keyboard and a display screen and some simple circuitry. Usually you will use terminal software in a personal computer--the software pretends to be ("emulates") a physical terminal and allows you to type commands to a computer somewhere else.
A device that allows you to send commands to a computer somewhere else. At a minimum, this usually means a keyboard and a display screen and some simple circuitry. Usually you will use terminal software in a personal computer--the software pretends to be ("emulates") a physical terminal and allows you to type commands to a computer somewhere else.
Trojan Horse
A computer program is either hidden inside another program or that masquerades as something it is not in order to trick potential users into running it. A trojan horse can be used to set up a back door in a computer system so that the intruder can return later and gain access. Viruses that fool a user into downloading and/or executing them by pretending to be useful applications are also sometimes called trojan horses.
A computer program is either hidden inside another program or that masquerades as something it is not in order to trick potential users into running it. A trojan horse can be used to set up a back door in a computer system so that the intruder can return later and gain access. Viruses that fool a user into downloading and/or executing them by pretending to be useful applications are also sometimes called trojan horses.
UDP -- (User Datagram Protocol)
One of the protocols for data transfer that is part of the TCP/IP suite of protocols. UDP is a "stateless" protocol in that UDP makes no provision for acknowledgement of packets received.
One of the protocols for data transfer that is part of the TCP/IP suite of protocols. UDP is a "stateless" protocol in that UDP makes no provision for acknowledgement of packets received.
URL
Uniform Resource Locator. The standard way to give the address of any resource on the Internet that is part of the World Wide Web (WWW). A URL looks like this: http://www.matisse.net/seminars.htm. The most common way to use a URL is to enter into a Web browser program, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.
Uniform Resource Locator. The standard way to give the address of any resource on the Internet that is part of the World Wide Web (WWW). A URL looks like this: http://www.matisse.net/seminars.htm. The most common way to use a URL is to enter into a Web browser program, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.
USENET
An informal group of systems that exchange "news." USENET predates the Internet, but today, the Internet is used to transfer much of USENET's traffic.
An informal group of systems that exchange "news." USENET predates the Internet, but today, the Internet is used to transfer much of USENET's traffic.
Virus
A replicating code segment that attaches itself to a program or data file. Viruses might or might not not contain attack programs or trapdoors. Unfortunately, many have taken to calling any malicious code a ``virus''. If you mean ``trojan horse'' or ``worm'', say ``trojan horse'' or ``worm''.
A replicating code segment that attaches itself to a program or data file. Viruses might or might not not contain attack programs or trapdoors. Unfortunately, many have taken to calling any malicious code a ``virus''. If you mean ``trojan horse'' or ``worm'', say ``trojan horse'' or ``worm''.
VOIP -- (Voice Over IP)
A specification and various technologies used to allow making telephone calls over IP networks, especially the Internet. Just as modems allow computers to connect to the Internet over regular telephone lines, VOIP technology allows humans to talk over Internet connections. Costs for VOIP calls can be a lot lower than for traditional telephone calls. Because the IP networks are packet-switched this allows for vastly different ways of handling connections and more efficient use of network resources.
A specification and various technologies used to allow making telephone calls over IP networks, especially the Internet. Just as modems allow computers to connect to the Internet over regular telephone lines, VOIP technology allows humans to talk over Internet connections. Costs for VOIP calls can be a lot lower than for traditional telephone calls. Because the IP networks are packet-switched this allows for vastly different ways of handling connections and more efficient use of network resources.
VPN -- (Virtual Private Network)
VPN -- (Virtual Private Network) Usually refers to a network in which some of the parts are connected using the public Internet, but the data sent across the Internet is encrypted, so the entire network is "virtually" private.
VPN -- (Virtual Private Network) Usually refers to a network in which some of the parts are connected using the public Internet, but the data sent across the Internet is encrypted, so the entire network is "virtually" private.
VRML
Virtual Reality Markup Language. A standard by which the internet uses for delivering 3-dimensional virtual reality over the the Web.
Virtual Reality Markup Language. A standard by which the internet uses for delivering 3-dimensional virtual reality over the the Web.
WAN
Wide Area Network. Any internet or network that covers an area larger than a single building or campus. (See also: Internet, LAN, network)
Wide Area Network. Any internet or network that covers an area larger than a single building or campus. (See also: Internet, LAN, network)
Web Space
Web space is the allotted amount of disk space on the server your are allowed to use. This space is used to store all files needed for your Website, including html files, image files, CGI scripts, multimedia files, and any other files used for your Website. The more Web space for future growth, the better!
Web space is the allotted amount of disk space on the server your are allowed to use. This space is used to store all files needed for your Website, including html files, image files, CGI scripts, multimedia files, and any other files used for your Website. The more Web space for future growth, the better!
WebDAV
WebDAV -- (Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning) A set of extensions to the HTTP protocol that allows multiple users to not only read but also to add, delete, and change documents residing on a web server. In order to use WebDAV you need WebDAV client software to connect to a HTTP server that has the WebDAV extensions installed. Virtually all common HTTP servers have WedDAV extensions available to them.
WebDAV -- (Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning) A set of extensions to the HTTP protocol that allows multiple users to not only read but also to add, delete, and change documents residing on a web server. In order to use WebDAV you need WebDAV client software to connect to a HTTP server that has the WebDAV extensions installed. Virtually all common HTTP servers have WedDAV extensions available to them.
WebSphere
WebSphere is IBM's Java application server. WebSphere 3.0 supports JS 1.0 and has been tested with UltraDev. For more information visit the WebSphere Web site at: http://www-306.ibm.com/software/websphere/
WebSphere is IBM's Java application server. WebSphere 3.0 supports JS 1.0 and has been tested with UltraDev. For more information visit the WebSphere Web site at: http://www-306.ibm.com/software/websphere/
Windows Socket
(WinSock). Windows Sockets is a standard way for Windows-based programs to work with TCP/IP. You can use WinSock if you use SLIP to connect to the Internet.
(WinSock). Windows Sockets is a standard way for Windows-based programs to work with TCP/IP. You can use WinSock if you use SLIP to connect to the Internet.
Worm
A standalone program that, when run, copies itself from one host to another, and then runs itself on each newly infected host. The widely reported ``Internet Virus'' of 1988 was not a virus at all, but actually a worm.
A standalone program that, when run, copies itself from one host to another, and then runs itself on each newly infected host. The widely reported ``Internet Virus'' of 1988 was not a virus at all, but actually a worm.
Zombie
A zombie computer (often shortened as zombie) is a computer attached to the Internet that has been compromised by a hacker, a computer virus, or a trojan horse. Generally, a compromised machine is only one of many in a botnet, and will be used to perform malicious tasks of one sort or another under remote direction. Most owners of zombie computers are unaware that their system is being used in this way. Because the owner tends to be unaware, these computers are metaphorically compared to zombies.
A zombie computer (often shortened as zombie) is a computer attached to the Internet that has been compromised by a hacker, a computer virus, or a trojan horse. Generally, a compromised machine is only one of many in a botnet, and will be used to perform malicious tasks of one sort or another under remote direction. Most owners of zombie computers are unaware that their system is being used in this way. Because the owner tends to be unaware, these computers are metaphorically compared to zombies.
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