| Antivirus |
Software designed to detect and destroy malware. |
| Asset Tag |
Green and white sticker with a 5-digit number assigned by UNBC Distributions services. (may also be white but will say UNBC) |
| Cloud Computing |
Delivery of computing services over the Internet (e.g., storage, processing). |
| Device Name |
A name given to your device by ITS to identify it (e.g. PRG3955L048898) Can be found in your system settings in About or search Device name in your Windows Search |
| Hardware |
The physical components of a computer system (e.g., CPU, RAM, hard drive). |
| IP Address |
A unique string of numbers (e.g., 192.168.1.1) identifying each computer on a network |
| Encryption |
The process of converting data into a secure format that can only be read with a key |
| Firewall |
A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing traffic based on predetermined rules. |
| LAN (Local Area Network) |
A network that connects computers within a small area like an office or home. |
| Malware |
Malicious software (e.g., viruses, worms, spyware) designed to harm a computer. |
| Operating System (OS) |
Software that manages computer hardware and software resources (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux). |
| Phishing |
A type of cybercrime where attackers impersonate legitimate institutions in emails, texts, or calls to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or bank details, or into downloading malware. |
| Software |
Programs and operating systems that run on hardware. Examples include Microsoft Word, Windows, Linux. |
| SaaS (Software as a Service) |
Software available via the cloud (e.g., Microsoft 365). |
| VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) |
VDI hosts user desktop environments on a central server, delivering them as virtual machines (VMs) over a network to end-user devices like computers or tablets |
| VPN (Virtual Private Network) |
A service that encrypts your internet connection to protect your privacy online. |
| WAN (Wide Area Network) |
A large network that connects computers across cities or countries (e.g., the internet). |
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