Digital terms,
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A glossary that makes every digital term easy for anyone to learn
TERMS
224 terms5G
The 5th-generation mobile communication standard, featuring high-speed data, low latency, and massive connectivity.
A2A (Agent-to-Agent Communication)
An open protocol for different AI agents to communicate directly with each other, without human involvement.
Accessibility
The state in which anyone can use services and information regardless of age or disability
Agile
A development approach that adapts flexibly to changing requirements and builds features incrementally in short cycles
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Technology that uses computers to reproduce human intellectual functions such as learning, recognition, and reasoning.
Algorithm
A clearly defined set of computational procedures or processing steps for solving a problem
Annotation
The process of adding correct labels or annotations to data so that AI can learn from it.
App
Software designed to run on smartphones or computers for a specific purpose
AR (Augmented Reality)
A technology that overlays digital information onto real-world views
Backdoor
A secret entry point that allows unauthorized access to a system without the owner's knowledge.
Backup
The practice of saving a copy of your data to a separate location to protect against device failure or accidental loss
Big Data
A collection of data so massive and complex that conventional technologies cannot handle it
Biometric Authentication
A technology that verifies a person's identity using physical characteristics such as fingerprints and facial features.
Bluetooth
A wireless communication standard for connecting nearby digital devices to each other
Bot
A program that automatically performs set tasks on behalf of a human
Browser
Software used to display web pages and web applications on the internet
Cache
A mechanism that temporarily stores frequently used data to speed up loading times
Chatbot
A program that automatically handles conversations and inquiries on behalf of humans.
Cloud
A system that lets you tap into computing power and data over a network whenever you need them
Cloud Storage
A service that lets you save data in an internet-based space
CMS (Content Management System)
A system for easily managing and updating website content—articles, images, and more—without technical expertise
Conversion
A desired goal or outcome achieved by a user on a website or app
Cookie
A small piece of data saved in your browser when you visit a website
CPU
The brain of a computer, responsible for data processing and overall system control
Cryptocurrency
A digital currency not managed by any government or bank, enabling direct transfers over the internet.
CSS
A language for specifying the visual styling and layout of web pages
CTR (Click-Through Rate)
The percentage of times an ad or link is actually clicked out of the total number of times it is displayed.
Dark Mode
A display setting that uses a dark background (such as black) and shows text in light colors
Dark Pattern
A deceptive design technique that manipulates users into taking actions or making choices against their own interests.
Data Science
A field that extracts valuable insights from data to enable predictions and problem-solving.
Database
A place to store large amounts of data in an organized way, ready to use whenever you need it.
Debugging
The process of finding and fixing errors in a program.
Deepfake
A technology that uses AI to create convincingly realistic fake images, videos, and audio, or to alter existing footage
Digital Wallet
A digital system that stores money and card information on your smartphone, so you can pay without a physical wallet.
DNS (Domain Name System)
A system that translates domain names into IP addresses, enabling connections to websites
Domain
The name that serves as the address of a website on the internet.
DX (Digital Transformation)
The fundamental transformation of business and everyday life through digital technology.
Encryption
A technique that transforms data to prevent unauthorized parties from reading its contents.
Fine-Tuning
A technique for re-training a pre-trained AI model on task-specific data to adapt it for a particular purpose
FinTech (Financial Technology)
A combination of finance and IT that makes money-related services easier and more accessible.
Firewall
A security barrier that blocks unauthorized access from outside and protects your internal network
Gamification
A technique that applies game mechanics to non-game contexts to boost motivation and make experiences more engaging
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
The EU's strict regulation for protecting personal data.
Generative AI
A type of AI that creates new content — text, images, and music — by learning patterns from existing data.
HTML
The most fundamental markup language for defining the text and structure of web pages
HTTPS
The communication protocol for securely transferring data over the internet
IDE (Integrated Development Environment)
An all-in-one software application that bundles every tool you need for programming into a single place.
Impression
The number of times an ad or post appears on screen across websites and social media. A key marketing metric.