Term 331
Fault tolerance
Fault tolerance is the ability of a system to continue operating properly even when one or more of its components fail.
Acronym study
Terms 331–360 of 956 220-1102 acronyms and key terms. Each entry includes a plain-English definition and a link to the full 800-word glossary page with exam context and practice questions.
Term 331
Fault tolerance is the ability of a system to continue operating properly even when one or more of its components fail.
Term 332
A Feature update is a major semiannual Windows release that introduces new capabilities, changes the OS build number, and requires careful planning for enterprise deployment.
Term 333
File association is the operating system configuration that links a specific file type or extension to a default program that can open, edit, or execute that file.
Term 334
File Explorer is the graphical file management tool in Windows that allows users to navigate, organize, and manage files and folders on their computer.
Term 335
A file permission is a security setting that controls who can read, write, or execute a file or directory on an operating system.
Term 336
File Transfer Protocol Secure (FTPS) is a secure version of FTP that adds encryption using TLS or SSL to protect data during file transfers.
Term 337
Google Cloud Filestore is a managed file storage service that lets you mount a network file system (NFS) to multiple virtual machines simultaneously, just like a shared folder on an office network.
Term 338
FileVault is a full-disk encryption feature built into macOS that protects all data on a Mac's startup disk by scrambling it so that only authorized users can unlock and access it.
Term 339
Finder is the default file manager and graphical user interface shell used on macOS to organize, access, and manage files, folders, and applications.
Term 340
A firewall is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing traffic based on predetermined security rules to protect trusted internal networks from untrusted external networks.
Term 341
A firewall log is a record of network traffic that a firewall has allowed or denied, used by IT professionals to monitor security events and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
Term 342
A firewall rule is a set of conditions that tells a firewall which network traffic to allow or block based on attributes like source, destination, port, and protocol.
Term 343
firewalld is a dynamic firewall management tool for Linux systems that controls incoming and outgoing network traffic using zones and rules.
Term 344
A firmware update is a process that replaces or patches the permanent software programmed into a hardware device to fix bugs, patch security vulnerabilities, or add new features.
Term 345
A folder is a logical container used to organize and group digital files, resources, or cloud-based assets within a system or platform.
Term 346
Folder permission is a security setting that determines which users or groups can access, modify, or manage a folder and its contents on an operating system.
Term 347
A Free Tier is a limited, no-cost service level offered by cloud providers that lets users explore and test features without paying.
Term 348
Fresh Start is a Windows deployment and recovery feature that reinstalls Windows while removing all pre-installed manufacturer applications, aiming to restore the operating system to a clean, original state.
Term 349
A full backup is a complete copy of all selected data, files, or system state, serving as the foundation for any backup strategy.
Term 350
Full packet capture is the process of recording every single data packet that travels across a network segment, including headers and payload, for later analysis.
Term 351
Function as a Service (FaaS) is a cloud computing model that lets you run small pieces of code in response to events without managing servers or infrastructure.
Term 352
A gateway endpoint is a networking component that acts as an entry and exit point for traffic between two different networks, typically translating between incompatible protocols or addressing schemes.
Term 353
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a European Union law that sets strict rules for how organizations collect, store, process, and protect the personal data of individuals within the EU.
Term 354
A European Union law that gives individuals control over their personal data and sets strict rules for how organizations collect, store, and process that data.
Term 355
GitHub Advanced Security is a suite of security tools integrated into GitHub that helps developers find and fix vulnerabilities, secrets, and code quality issues directly in their repositories.
Term 356
Global infrastructure refers to the worldwide network of data centers, servers, and connectivity resources that cloud providers use to deliver services reliably and at scale to users across the globe.
Term 357
A satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information to a receiver anywhere on Earth, as long as it has a clear line of sight to the sky.
Term 358
Google Cloud is a suite of cloud computing services offered by Google that provides infrastructure, platform, and software solutions over the internet.
Term 359
A Google Cloud region is a specific geographic location where you can deploy and run cloud resources, consisting of at least three zones to provide high availability and low latency.
Term 360
A Google Cloud zone is a deployable location within a region where you can place your cloud resources like virtual machines and storage.