BitTorrent is a collaborative file-sharing protocol that is particularly suitable for the rapid distribution of large amounts of data and was designed and first published in 2001. In contrast to other file-sharing techniques, BitTorrent does not rely on an overarching file-sharing network, but builds a decentralized distribution network for each file. Technically, the protocol is assigned to … [Read more...]
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Description and explanation of different terminologies used in web and Internet.
Basics of Wireless Power Transfer
Wireless power transfer, also known as contactless power transfer, wireless power transfer, or contactless power transfer, is the process of transferring electrical energy from one object to another without contact. The main feature is that the electrical energy required for operation is not supplied along electrical wires and by means of electrical contacts, but through non-wired electromagnetic … [Read more...]
What is a Data Breach
A data breach or leak is an incident in which unauthorized persons gain access to a data collection. If the term is interpreted broadly, it also includes the unwanted deletion of data (data loss). Data breaches are breaches of data security and data protection in which state secrets, trade secrets or personal data have presumably or demonstrably become known to unauthorized persons. It does not … [Read more...]
What is Web3 Technology
Web3 is an idea for a new generation of the World Wide Web, which is supposed to be based on blockchain technology, thus building on concepts such as (alleged) decentralization and "token-based economy". Some journalists have contrasted the ideas with the earlier buzzword Web 2.0, in which they believe data and content are centralized primarily in the hands of a small group of companies, … [Read more...]
What is Streaming Media?
Streaming media, commonly referred to as streaming, refers to the simultaneous transmission and playback of video and/or audio data via a computer network via a data stream. The program that is transmitted is referred to as a stream; if the transmitted content takes place in real time, as a live stream. In contrast to downloading, the goal of streaming is not to create a copy of the media for the … [Read more...]
What is Mobile Commerce
Mobile commerce is a special form of electronic commerce using wireless communication and mobile devices. Mobile commerce refers to any type of business transaction in which the transaction partners use mobile electronic communication technologies (such as mobile communications, wireless LAN or Bluetooth) in connection with mobile devices in the context of service initiation, service agreement or … [Read more...]
Manifestations of Referral Marketing
As stated in the previous article, referral marketing is an instrument of new customer acquisition, which is carried out through word of mouth, reviews and references from customers. Personal recommendations are recommendations directly in the circle of friends and in the social environment of the consumers. The greater the trust in the person, the more effective these recommendations are. … [Read more...]
What is Referral Marketing
Referral marketing is an instrument of new customer acquisition, which is carried out through word of mouth, reviews and references from customers. As a rule, the prerequisite is that the customer is satisfied with the provider's services. In this respect, adequate customer care and loyalty marketing are upstream of referral marketing. In addition to a company's customers, other market … [Read more...]
Magic Links: How Passwordless Login URL Works
As technology has progressed, the ways in which we access information and content have also changed. We now have the ability to share links with others that allow them to access specific content without having to type the username or password. This is known as a magic link. A magic link is a hyperlink that allows direct access to a piece of content, often bypassing any intermediate security … [Read more...]
Elon Musk Rebranding Twitter to X
All of us know that Twitter was acquired by X Corp. Now they have changed the Twitter bird icon to an X icon. Mainstream news agencies have discussed the possible future changes of Twitter with Elon Musk and have published news which clarifies that he has decided to rebrand Twitter to X and this is more than just a name change. Presently, both x.com and twitter.com open the same website. x.com … [Read more...]
What is Application Lifecycle Management
Application lifecycle management (ALM) is a combination of the development and support of applications over their entire life cycle. This also includes comprehensive user support and the further development of the software. Typically long contract terms and thus an award via tenders, a frequently occurring transition of personnel from the customer to the AM provider as well as the SLA basis … [Read more...]