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IT Glossary
Key Terms To Know In The IT Industry

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Visual Debugging

The process of using graphical interfaces in development environments to inspect and manipulate the state of applications during debugging.

You will find this term commonly used in Software Development

Visual Programming

A programming paradigm that allows programmers to create software by manipulating program elements graphically rather than by specifying them textually.

You will find this term commonly used in Software Development

Visual Programming Language (VPL)

A programming language that allows users to create programs by manipulating elements graphically rather than by specifying them textually.

You will find this term commonly used in Software Development, Education

Visual Scripting

A programming technique that allows developers to create software by manipulating program elements graphically rather than by writing code textually.

You will find this term commonly used in Software Development

Visual SourceSafe (VSS)

A version control system that allows multiple users to collaborate on a project by managing changes to the project's files.

You will find this term commonly used in Software Development

Visual Studio Code

A free, open-source, and powerful source code editor developed by Microsoft for Windows, Linux, and macOS.

You will find this term commonly used in Software Development

Visual Testing

In software testing, a process that involves examining the graphical user interface to ensure it meets its specifications.

You will find this term commonly used in Software Development, Testing

Viterbi Algorithm

An algorithm for finding the most likely sequence of hidden states that results in a sequence of observed events, especially in the context of Markov information sources and hidden Markov models.

You will find this term commonly used in AI, Machine Learning

Vivado Design Suite

An integrated design environment developed by Xilinx for synthesis and analysis of HDL designs, enabling the development of sophisticated digital circuits.

You will find this term commonly used in Hardware Design, FPGA Development

Vivarium Computing

An emerging field that explores the integration of biological systems with computational processes, aiming to create living computers.

You will find this term commonly used in Emerging Technologies

VividCortex

A database performance monitoring tool designed to provide deep database performance analytics.

You will find this term commonly used in Database Management, Monitoring

VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)

A network infrastructure segmentation technique that allows multiple virtual networks to coexist on the same physical network.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

VLAN Hopping

A network attack technique that exploits a VLAN configuration weakness, allowing the attacker to gain access to traffic on other VLANs.

You will find this term commonly used in Security, Networking

VLAN Switching

Technology that allows network administrators to segment a LAN into smaller VLANs for improved traffic management and security.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

VLAN Tagging

A technique used to identify VLAN membership of frames by adding a VLAN identifier (tag) to Ethernet frames.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

VLAN Trunking

A technique used to carry traffic for multiple VLANs over a single network link.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration)

The process of creating an integrated circuit (IC) by combining thousands or millions of transistors onto a single chip.

You will find this term commonly used in General IT

VLSM (Variable Length Subnet Mask)

A subnetting technique that allows for more efficient use of IP address space by using different subnet mask lengths for different subnets within the same network.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

VLSM (Variable Length Subnet Masking)

A technique in IP address allocation that allows for more efficient use of IP addresses.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

VM (Virtual Machine)

An emulation of a computer system that runs on top of a physical hardware platform, allowing multiple virtual machines to run on a single physical machine.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization

VM Cloning

Creating a copy of a virtual machine that can be used as a template to quickly deploy new VMs.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization

VM Resilience

The ability of a virtual machine to withstand and recover from failures or disruptions.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization

VMware

Specializes in certifications for VMware virtualization and cloud computing technologies, including professional, advanced professional, and expert levels.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization, Cloud Computing

VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization

Validates the skills required to implement, manage, and troubleshoot a vSphere infrastructure.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization

VMware ESXi

An enterprise-class, type-1 hypervisor developed by VMware for deploying and serving virtual computers.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization

VMware Fusion

Software that enables Mac users to run Windows and other operating systems alongside macOS without rebooting.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization

VMware vSphere

A cloud computing virtualization platform that provides a complete infrastructure for virtualizing and managing virtual machines.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization

VMware Workstation

A hypervisor that runs on x64 versions of Windows and Linux; it enables users to set up multiple virtual machines (VMs) on a single physical machine.

You will find this term commonly used in Virtualization

VNC (Virtual Network Computing)

A graphical desktop-sharing system that allows users to remotely control and interact with the desktop environment of another computer.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

Vocabulary Learning

In machine learning and natural language processing, the process of acquiring new words and their meanings to improve understanding and generation of human language.

You will find this term commonly used in AI, Natural Language Processing

Vocaloid

A software voice synthesizer program for music production that allows users to synthesize singing by typing in lyrics and melody.

You will find this term commonly used in Multimedia, Content Creation

VoD (Video on Demand)

A system that allows users to select and watch/listen to video or audio content when they choose to, rather than having to watch at a specific broadcast time.

You will find this term commonly used in Telecommunications, Networking

Voice Activation

Technology that allows devices to be operated through voice commands.

You will find this term commonly used in AI, User Interface

Voice Analysis

The study and interpretation of voice patterns for various applications, including security (voice biometrics) and health diagnostics.

You will find this term commonly used in AI, Security

Voice Assistant

A software agent that uses speech recognition, natural language processing, and artificial intelligence to perform tasks or services for an individual.

You will find this term commonly used in AI

Voice Biometrics

A technology that uses unique vocal characteristics to verify a person's identity.

You will find this term commonly used in Security

Voice Command Device

A device that interprets and executes spoken commands.

You will find this term commonly used in AI, User Interface

Voice Encoding

The process of converting analog voice signals into a digital format for transmission over digital networks.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking, Telecommunications

Voice Encryption

The process of encoding voice communication to prevent unauthorized eavesdropping.

You will find this term commonly used in Cybersecurity, Telecommunications

Voice Over

Adding a voice track to multimedia presentations or videos.

You will find this term commonly used in Multimedia, Content Creation

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is a technology that enables voice communication and multimedia sessions over the internet, typically using IP-based networks, allowing users to make calls and conduct video conferences over the internet.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking, Communication, Telephony

Voice over IP (VoIP)

A technology that enables voice communication and multimedia sessions over the internet.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

Voice over LTE (VoLTE)

VoLTE is a technology that enables voice calls to be made over 4G LTE networks, offering higher quality audio and faster call setup compared to traditional circuit-switched voice calls. It utilizes packet-switching for voice data transmission.

You will find this term commonly used in Telecommunications, Networking, General IT

Voice over New Radio (VoNR)

A technology that enables voice services over 5G networks, providing higher quality and more reliable voice calls.

You will find this term commonly used in Telecommunications

Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi)

A technology that enables voice calls to be made over a Wi-Fi network, providing coverage in areas with poor cellular reception.

You will find this term commonly used in Networking

Voice Recognition

Voice Recognition, also known as Speech Recognition, is a technology that enables a computer or device to understand and interpret spoken language, converting it into text or commands. It allows for hands-free control and interaction with devices.

You will find this term commonly used in AI, Natural Language Processing, General IT

Voice Recognition Software

Applications that use algorithms to convert spoken words into text or commands, enabling hands-free interaction with computers or devices.

You will find this term commonly used in AI

Voice User Experience (VUX)

The aspect of user experience design that deals with how users interact with voice-controlled devices and applications.

You will find this term commonly used in User Interface, User Experience

Voice User Interface (VUI)

A technology that allows users to interact with computers, smartphones, or other devices through voice commands or speech recognition.

You will find this term commonly used in AI

Voice-Activated Device

Electronic devices that can be controlled or operated through spoken commands.

You will find this term commonly used in AI

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