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Computer Analysis
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Computer Networking
Undergraduate 3
05/14/2013

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TCP/IP
Definition
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol; defines how messages(data) are routed from one end of a network to the other, ensuring the data arrives correctly
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HTTP
Definition
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
Set of rules that defines how pages transfer on the internet
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VPN
Definition
Virtual private network
provides a mobile user with a secure connection to a company network server, as if the user has a private line.
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API
Definition
Application programming interface, collection of tools that programmers use to interact with an environment such as a Web site or operating system
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RFP
Definition
request for proposal- vendor selects the product that meets specified requirements and then quotes the price
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CAD
Definition
Computer-aided design- Software that aids in engineering, drafting, and design
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WAN
Definition
Wide area network
Network that covers a large geographic area (such as a city or country) using a communications channel that combines many types of media such as telephone lines, cables, and radio waves
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HTML
Definition
Hypertext Markup Language; special formatting language that programmers use to format documents for display on the Web
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TPS
Definition
Transaction processing system
Information system that captures and processes data from day-to-day business activities
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WiMax
Definition
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access; newer network standard developed by IEEE that specifies how wireless devices communicate over the air in a wide area
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XML
Definition
Extensible Markup Language
Format for sharing data that allows Web developers to create customized tags, as well as use predefined tags
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SFA
Definition
Sales force automation
Software that equips traveling salespeople with the electronic tools they need to be more productive
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LAN
Definition
Local area network
Network that connects computers and devices in a limited geographical area such as a home, school computer laboratory, office building, or closely positioned group of buildings
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UPS
Definition
Uninterruptible power supply
Device that contains surge protection circuits and one or more batteries that can provide power during a temporary or permanent loss of power
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DSS
Definition
Decision support system
Information system that helps users analyze data and make decisions
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WAP
Definition
Wireless Application Protocol
Network standard that specifies how some wireless mobile devices such as smart phones can display the content of Internet services such as the Web, e-mail, and chat rooms.
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QBE
Definition
Query by example
DBMS feature that has a graphical user interface to assist users with retrieving data
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CIM
Definition
Computer-integrated manufacturing
Use of computers to integrate the many different operations of the manufacturing process
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VAN
Definition
Value-added network
Third-party business that provides networking services such as secure data and information transfer, storage, e-mail, and management reports
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ERD
Definition
(Entity Relationship Diagram) is a snapshot of data structures. ERDs show entities in a database and relationships between tables within that database. It is essential to have one of these if you want to create a good database design. The patterns help focus on how the database actually works with all of the interactions and data flows
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UML
Definition
(Unified Modeling Language), a general-purpose notational language for specifying and visualizing complex software, especially large, object-oriented projects.
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OIS
Definition
(Office Information System) Information system that enables employees to perform tasks using computers and other electronic devices instead of manually.
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EIS
Definition
(Executive Information System) Type of decision support system used by high-level managers; easy to use decision support system made especially for top managers.
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RFQ
Definition
(Request for Quotation) An RFQ is issued when an organization wants to buy something and chooses to make the specifications available to many other companies so they can submit competitive bids.
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RFSS
Definition
Request for system services) Written, formal request for a new or modified system. Also called a project request.
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RFI
Definition
(Request for Information) A written communication often sent to a comprehensive list of vendors during the design phase of the systems development life cycle to ask for general product information
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RSS
Definition
(Really simple syndication) A format for storing online information in a way that makes that information readable by lots of different kinds of software.
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POST
Definition
(POS Terminal) Terminal used bu retail stores to record purchases, process credit or debit cards, and update inventory.
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AUP
Definition
(Acceptable Use Policy) Rules or guidelines for the proper use of technology or digital devices within an organization.
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