Blacklist |
A list used to monitor and block potential threats. |
Bounceback |
An automated email message that informs the send of an email that his/her message was unable to be delivered. Causes could range from a full mailbox that doesn't have room for any additional messages to an email address that doesn't exist anymore.
Be sure to read the message in its entirety to understand why it was unable to be sent. |
Credentials |
In the context of networking, credentials often refer to a specific username and password combination used for accessing a specific service. |
DSL |
Digital Subscriber Line. Broadband internet service delivered over a copper telephone line. |
IP |
Internet Protocol. Commonly referred to as 'IP address' - or a way of identifying you on a network. |
ISP |
Internet Service Provider. |
Modem |
Modulator-demodulator. Device provided by your Internet Service Provider that allows you to make a connection to the internet. Not to be confused with a wireless router. |
OS |
Operating System. Example(s): Windows 8, Mac OS X Yosemite. |
Phishing |
Attempting to defraud a person/company by posing as a legitimate company. Phishing attempts are often after usernames, passwords, and financial information. |
Power Cycle |
See 'reboot'. To turn a device off and back on. |