Digital terms,
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A glossary that makes every digital term easy for anyone to learn

TERMS

147 terms

5G

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

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

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

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

CSS

A language for specifying the visual styling and layout of web pages

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.

Database

A place to store large amounts of data in an organized way, ready to use whenever you need it.

Deepfake

A technology that uses AI to create convincingly realistic fake images, videos, and audio, or to alter existing footage

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

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

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

IoT (Internet of Things)

A system that connects all kinds of physical objects to the internet, enabling remote control and data collection

IP Address

A number that works like an address, identifying each device connected to the internet

JavaScript

A programming language for adding interactivity and complex features to web pages

LLM (Large Language Model)

AI technology that learns language patterns from massive text, enabling it to read and write natural, human-like text.

Machine Learning

An AI technology that learns rules and patterns from large amounts of data to make predictions and classifications.

Malware

An umbrella term for malicious software designed to harm computers and mobile devices

Metaverse

A 3D virtual world on the internet where users can freely move around and interact with others using avatars.

NFC (Near Field Communication)

A technology that enables wireless communication over very short distances of just a few centimeters.

No-Code

A technology that lets you build apps and websites through a visual interface, without any programming knowledge.

Open Source

A system that makes software source code publicly available for anyone to use, modify, and distribute under a license.

OS (Operating System)

Foundational software that manages all aspects of a computer and makes it easy for people to use

Passkey

A way to log in securely using a cryptographic key stored on your device, instead of a password.