2023 | Archive | WhatIs

June 01, 2023 01Jun2023 Definição

super app

A super app is a mobile or web application that combines multiple services into one platform. Continue Reading

June 01, 2023 01Jun2023 Definição

Netscape

Netscape Communications Corporation ("Netscape") was a computer services company best known for its web browser, Navigator. Continue Reading

June 01, 2023 01Jun2023 In Depth

7 must-have blockchain developer skills

Successfully navigating the many roles and responsibilities of a blockchain developer requires specialized skills ranging from cryptography, to smart contracts, to web development. Continue Reading

May 31, 2023 31May2023 Definição

Direct Memory Access (DMA)

Direct Memory Access (DMA) is a capability provided by some computer bus architectures that enables data to be sent directly from an attached device to the computer's main memory. Continue Reading

May 31, 2023 31May2023 Definição

tuple

A tuple, pronounced TUH-pul, is an ordered and finite list of elements in various fields of interest, including computing. Continue Reading

May 31, 2023 31May2023 Definição

flow control

Flow control is a technique used to regulate data transfer between computers or other nodes in a network. Continue Reading

May 22, 2023 22May2023 Definição

Marketecture (also known as marchitecture) refers to non-technical descriptions of a company's products or services that let various stakeholders understand the product's core functionality and how it works with other products as part of a broader ... Continue Reading

May 22, 2023 22May2023 Definição

core banking system

A core banking system is the software that banks use to manage their most critical processes, such as customer accounts, transactions and risk management. Continue Reading

May 22, 2023 22May2023 Definição

What is Google Search Labs?

Google Search Labs is a program from Alphabet's Google division to provide new capabilities and experiments for Google Search in a preview format before they become publicly available. Continue Reading

May 19, 2023 19May2023 Definição

no op (no operation)

No op means 'no operation,' which is a computer instruction that specifies no operation but takes up a small amount of storage space. Continue Reading

May 19, 2023 19May2023 Definição

access network

Access networks are the communication networks that connect end-user devices, such as computers, smartphones and tablets, to a wide area network (WAN), such as the internet. Continue Reading

May 19, 2023 19May2023 In Depth

World's 10 best cities for tech workers

Explore the key characteristics that make each city stand out, such as high pay, low cost of living, job opportunities and innovation. Continue Reading

May 19, 2023 19May2023 Definição

presentation software

Presentation software, also known as graphics presentation applications or presentation graphics programs, is a category of software used to create content where information is often represented in a graphical or visual way. Continue Reading

May 18, 2023 18May2023 Definição

Mini-ITX

Mini-ITX is a compact motherboard configuration designed to support relatively low-cost computers in small spaces such as in automobiles, set-top boxes and network devices. Continue Reading

May 17, 2023 17May2023 Definição

wave number

A wave number, or wavenumber, refers to the spatial frequency of a wave over a specific unit distance. Continue Reading

May 17, 2023 17May2023 Definição

Common Service Center (CSC)

Common Service Center (CSC) is an initiative by the government of India to establish locations with computers that are freely available for citizens to use. Continue Reading

May 17, 2023 17May2023 Definição

commodity hardware

Commodity hardware in computing is computers or components that are readily available, inexpensive and easily interchangeable with other commodity hardware. Almost all PCs use commodity hardware. Continue Reading

May 16, 2023 16May2023 Definição

watt

A watt (symbolized W) is the standard unit of power or radiant flux in the International System of Units (SI). It is derived from the SI base units kilogram (kg), meter (m) and second (s), all of which are constructed from the standard's defining ... Continue Reading

May 16, 2023 16May2023 Definição

Unicode

Unicode is a universal character encoding standard that is maintained by the Unicode Consortium, a standards organization founded in 1991 for the internationalization of software and services. Continue Reading

May 16, 2023 16May2023 Definição

decentralized identity

Decentralized identity is an approach to identify and authenticate users and entities without a centralized authority. Continue Reading

May 15, 2023 15May2023 Definição

file extension (file format)

In computing, a file extension is a suffix added to the name of a file to indicate the file's layout, in terms of how the data within the file is organized. Continue Reading

May 15, 2023 15May2023 In Depth

Paid verification explained: Everything you need to know

Meta and Twitter offer users the option to pay for a verified badge. This has sparked debates about fairness and the potential for increased fake accounts. Continue Reading

May 12, 2023 12May2023 Definição

Dublin Core

Dublin Core is an international metadata standard formally known as the Dublin Core Metadata Element Set and includes 15 metadata (data that describes data) terms. Continue Reading

May 12, 2023 12May2023 Definição

Pathways Language Model (PaLM)

The Pathways Language Model is the name of a family of AI large language models developed by Google. Continue Reading

May 12, 2023 12May2023 In Depth

Tips and tools to help you write emails with AI

Emails can be taxing, but are vital to give the right impression. Using concise text and the right tone can make all the difference, and AI can help make the email process easier. Continue Reading

May 10, 2023 10May2023 In Depth

Generational marketing explained: Everything you need to know

Marketers need to meet consumers on the platforms with which they are most comfortable, whether that be print, digital or a combination of the two. Continue Reading

May 10, 2023 10May2023 Definição

network drive

A network drive is a shared storage device on a local area network (LAN) within a business or home. Continue Reading

May 09, 2023 09May2023 Definição

standardization

Standardization is the process of developing, promoting and possibly mandating standards-based and compatible technologies and processes within an industry. Continue Reading

May 09, 2023 09May2023 Definição

passkey

A passkey is an alternative method of user authentication that eliminates the need for usernames and passwords. Continue Reading

May 09, 2023 09May2023 Definição

Drupal

Drupal is a free, open source content management system (CMS) to build and maintain websites, online directories, e-commerce stores, intranets and other types of digital content. Continue Reading

May 08, 2023 08May2023 In Depth

Protestware explained: Everything you need to know

Developers use protestware technology to drive points home; some arrives as messages of defiance, others with malicious intent. Continue Reading

May 08, 2023 08May2023 In Depth

Why you need an AI ethics committee

Businesses are using AI in many new ways. Learn how an AI ethics committee can help mitigate the risk of implementing enterprise AI. Continue Reading

May 05, 2023 05May2023 Definição

Fortran

Fortran is an imperative programming language used for more than 60 years to create powerful, efficient and accurate applications, particularly in scientific fields. Continue Reading

May 05, 2023 05May2023 Definição

C shell

C shell (csh) is a Unix shell that provides a command-line user interface (UI) to interact with an operating system (OS). Continue Reading

May 05, 2023 05May2023 Definição

serial communications interface (SCI)

A serial communications interface (SCI) is a device that enables the serial exchange of data -- that is, one bit at a time -- between a microprocessor and peripherals, such as printers, external drives, scanners and mice. Continue Reading

May 05, 2023 05May2023 Definição

hamburger icon (slide drawer navigation)

A hamburger icon is a navigational symbol in user interface (UI) design. Continue Reading

May 04, 2023 04May2023 Definição

FDISK

FDISK is a disk utility included in all versions of MS-DOS, Windows and Linux for formatting or partitioning a hard disk drive, or to delete different portions of it. Continue Reading

May 04, 2023 04May2023 Definição

differentiated services (DiffServ or DS)

Differentiated services, often shortened to DiffServ or DS, is a class of service (CoS) model to specify and control IP network traffic by class. Continue Reading

May 04, 2023 04May2023 Definição

APK file (Android Package Kit file format)

An APK file (Android Package Kit file format) is the file format for applications used on the Android operating system (OS). Continue Reading

May 03, 2023 03May2023 Podcast

Tackling business problems with data science

Where's data science heading? Hear how companies are using it after the pandemic, what organizations can do to foster a more diverse data science team and future trends. Continue Reading

May 03, 2023 03May2023 Definição

AI alignment

AI alignment is a field of AI safety research that aims to ensure artificial intelligence systems achieve desired outcomes. Continue Reading

May 03, 2023 03May2023 Definição

digital nomad

A digital nomad works from any location and uses technology to perform their job while moving to new destinations. Continue Reading

May 02, 2023 02May2023 In Depth

Bleisure travel explained: Everything you need to know

Popular bleisure travel destinations include San Francisco, Tokyo and Melbourne. Continue Reading

April 27, 2023 27Apr2023 Definição

reliability, availability and serviceability (RAS)

Reliability, availability and serviceability (RAS) is a set of related attributes that must be considered when designing, manufacturing, purchasing and using a computer product or component. Continue Reading

April 27, 2023 27Apr2023 Podcast

Tech news this week: Fragmented AI rules and SD-WAN

Several states have introduced legislation for AI, but there's no comprehensive federal approach. This could lead to a patchwork of different standards businesses must navigate. Continue Reading

April 26, 2023 26Apr2023 Definição

netizen

A netizen is a person who uses the internet, especially as a forum, for the expression of views and participation in political society. Continue Reading

April 26, 2023 26Apr2023 Definição

mouse

A mouse is a small device that a computer user pushes across a desk surface in order to point to a place on a display screen and to select one or more actions to take from that position. Continue Reading

April 25, 2023 25Apr2023 Definição

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

JPEG (pronounced JAY-peg) is a graphic image file compressed with lossy compression using the standard developed by the ISO/IEC Joint Photographic Experts Group. Continue Reading

April 25, 2023 25Apr2023 Definição

carbon-aware computing

As a green design principle, carbon-aware computing steers software and hardware development up a path of sustainability toward carbon neutrality. Continue Reading

April 25, 2023 25Apr2023 Definição

glyph

In information technology, a glyph -- from a Greek word meaning carving -- is a graphic symbol that provides the appearance or form for a character. Continue Reading

April 25, 2023 25Apr2023 In Depth

Proximity bias explained: Everything you need to know

Proximity bias is an emerging type of cognitive bias that threatens remote workers. Learn how to mitigate this mindset based on outmoded standards. Continue Reading

April 24, 2023 24Apr2023 Definição

qubit (short for quantum bit)

A qubit (short for quantum bit) is the basic unit of information in quantum computing and counterpart to the bit (binary digit) in classical computing. Continue Reading

April 21, 2023 21Apr2023 Definição

Build, operate, transfer (BOT)

Build, operate, transfer (BOT) is a project management technique where a company hires a third-party firm to create a new subsidiary or product. Continue Reading

April 20, 2023 20Apr2023 In Depth

Google algorithms explained: Everything you need to know

There are petabytes of information on Google, and its algorithm is the engine that organizes it all. Continue Reading

April 20, 2023 20Apr2023 Definição

SpaceX

SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corporation) is a space transportation and aerospace manufacturer founded in 2002 by Elon Musk. Continue Reading

April 19, 2023 19Apr2023 Definição

traceroute

Traceroute is a command-line utility that returns information about the communication route between two nodes on an Internet Protocol (IP) network. Continue Reading

April 18, 2023 18Apr2023 Definição

white paper

A white paper is an authoritative, research-based document that presents information, expert analysis and an organization or author's insight into a topic or solution to a problem. Continue Reading

April 18, 2023 18Apr2023 In Depth

9 essential social media guidelines for employees

Social media posts can go viral in seconds. Some guidelines can help both employees and companies understand online expectations. Continue Reading

April 18, 2023 18Apr2023 In Depth

11 computer networking conferences in 2023

Conferences are the best place to learn about the cutting edge and networks with other professionals. Continue Reading

April 17, 2023 17Apr2023 Definição

beep code

A beep code is the audio signal from a computer when it first powers on to give the Power-On Self-Test (POST) result. Continue Reading

April 17, 2023 17Apr2023 In Depth

11 cybersecurity tips for business travelers

Don't put your sensitive information at risk when you travel. Learn how to take a few extra precautions with these cybersecurity tips. Continue Reading

April 14, 2023 14Apr2023 Definição

Apache

In computers, the Apache Software Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to maintaining many open source software projects. Continue Reading

April 14, 2023 14Apr2023 Definição

primitive (programming)

In computer programming, a primitive is one of a set of fundamental language elements that serve as the foundation for a programming language. Continue Reading

April 14, 2023 14Apr2023 Podcast

Tech news this week: AI software engineer vs. human engineer

As it turns out, software engineering is more than just writing code. Continue Reading

April 14, 2023 14Apr2023 Definição

SOAP fault

A SOAP fault is an error in a Simple Object Access Protocol communication resulting from an incorrect message format, header-processing problems, incompatibility between applications or other issues. Continue Reading

April 14, 2023 14Apr2023 Definição

reactance

Reactance is a form of opposition generated by components in an electric circuit when alternating current (AC) passes through it. Continue Reading

April 11, 2023 11Apr2023 Definição

operational-level agreement (OLA)

An operational-level agreement (OLA) is a contract that defines how various IT groups within a company plan to deliver a service or set of services. Continue Reading

April 11, 2023 11Apr2023 Definição

Amdahl's law

Amdahl's law -- also known as Amdahl's argument -- is an intuitive observation and an associated formula. Continue Reading

April 11, 2023 11Apr2023 Definição

HDTV (high-definition television)

HDTV (high-definition television) is a television display technology that provides picture quality similar to 35 mm movies with sound quality similar to that of a compact disc. Continue Reading

April 11, 2023 11Apr2023 Definição

word (in computing)

In computer architecture, a word is a unit of data of a defined bit length that can be addressed and moved between storage and the computer processor. Continue Reading

April 10, 2023 10Apr2023 Podcast

Tech news this week: NaaS, Enterprise Connect, AI in HR

Tech News this Week looks at the ways AI can be incorporated in HR and team collaboration, and how the NaaS market is evolving. Continue Reading

April 10, 2023 10Apr2023 Definição

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a proprietary specification designed to ensure compatibility between video and audio devices over a single digital interface. Continue Reading

April 07, 2023 07Apr2023 In Depth

Tim Berners-Lee's Solid explained: What you need to know

Data ownership, independence and portability return to users with Solid's premise, but the platform needs third-party business and developer support to survive, then thrive. Continue Reading

April 06, 2023 06Apr2023 Definição

PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor)

PHP (Hypertext Processor) is a general-purpose scripting language and interpreter that is freely available and widely used for web development. Continue Reading

April 06, 2023 06Apr2023 Definição

Google AI

Google AI, formerly known as Google Research, is Google's artificial intelligence (AI) research and development branch for its AI applications. Continue Reading

April 05, 2023 05Apr2023 Definição

pagefile

In storage, a pagefile is a reserved portion of a hard disk that is used as an extension of random access memory (RAM) for data in RAM that hasn't been used recently. Continue Reading

April 05, 2023 05Apr2023 Definição

object code

Source code and object code refer to the "before" and "after" versions of a computer program that is compiled (see compiler) before it is ready to run in a computer. Continue Reading

April 04, 2023 04Apr2023 Definição

Pentium

Pentium is a widely used series of microprocessors developed by Intel Corporation. Continue Reading

April 04, 2023 04Apr2023 Definição

HTML5

HTML5 is commonly thought to be the fifth version, or release, of the Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), a standardized descriptive language that specifies how to structure webpages. Continue Reading

April 03, 2023 03Apr2023 In Depth

8 organizations that promote women in STEM

Learn how eight organizations are supporting women in science, technology, engineering and math. Continue Reading

March 31, 2023 31Mar2023 Podcast

Tech news this week: AI copyright, cloud and cyber insurance

Businesses take on some IP-related risk when they use generative AI. Nvidia's new platforms may pose a solution. Continue Reading

March 31, 2023 31Mar2023 Definição

control system

A control system is a set of mechanical or electronic devices that regulates other devices or systems by way of control loops. Continue Reading

March 30, 2023 30Mar2023 Definição

pounds per square inch (PSI)

Pounds per square inch (PSI) is the pressure that results when a 1-pound force is applied to a unit area of 1 square inch. Continue Reading

March 29, 2023 29Mar2023 Definição

microtrend

A microtrend is a tendency in the direction of some phenomenon that is fairly pervasive within a given sphere of influence and may only last for a few years, or even months. Continue Reading

March 28, 2023 28Mar2023 In Depth

Top 9 cryptocurrency hacks of 2022

Top 9 cryptocurrency hacks of 2022 Continue Reading

March 28, 2023 28Mar2023 Definição

reliability of computers

Reliability is an attribute of any computer-related component -- software, hardware or a network, for example -- that consistently performs according to its specifications. Continue Reading

March 27, 2023 27Mar2023 Definição

PC card

A PC card, also known as a PCMCIA card, is a credit card-sized memory or input/output (I/O) device that fits into a PC, usually a laptop. Continue Reading

March 27, 2023 27Mar2023 Definição

electrostatic discharge (ESD)

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact. Continue Reading

March 27, 2023 27Mar2023 Definição

triage in IT

Triage is a term referring to the assignment of priority levels to tasks or individuals to determine the most effective order in which to deal with them. Continue Reading

March 24, 2023 24Mar2023 Podcast

Tech news this week: Edge IoT, GPT-4 and Tableau integration

AI for lawyers, workflow for brain flow and edge IoT on 'Tech news this week.' Continue Reading

March 24, 2023 24Mar2023 Definição

RISC (reduced instruction set computer)

RISC (reduced instruction set computer) is a microprocessor that is designed to perform a smaller number of computer instruction types, so it can operate at a higher speed, performing more millions of instructions per second, or MIPS. Continue Reading

March 23, 2023 23Mar2023 Definição

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