VPN
Definition: Virtual private network. At UC Davis, a VPN service lets authenticated users connect to the UC Davis network from off campus as if they were on campus; this helps them access restricted material. Read more at vpiet.ucdavis.edu/init_vpn.cfm. Need another definition?
VLAN
Definition: Virtual local area network. VLANs allow departments at two or more locations to connect all their users to one departmental network. This overcomes the constraint associated with local area networks (LANs), which can only group users who work in the ...
Virus
Definition: A program designed to replicate itself and spread to other computers. Some viruses are also designed to damage data or halt operations on a system. Viruses can spread through networks, shared media, email attachments, and the Internet. Read more in ...
Virtualization
Definition: A method of managing computing resources that hides the physical characteristics of a computer from the end user. Essentially, it lets you run multiple servers on one machine. Need another definition?
Video Conference
Definition: A discussion done by electronic communication among people at different locations. Participants view each other on screens; real-time sound and video is transmitted between locations via the network. ATS offers this service at UC Davis. Need another definition?
USB
Definition: Universal serial bus. An interface standard for connecting peripheral devices to computers. Need another definition?
USB Keychain
Definition: A USB keychain (also known as a jump drive, a USB drive, flash drive, or keychain drive) is a plug-and-play portable storage device that functions similarly to a floppy disk, Zip drive disk, or CD. USB keychains can be used ...
URL
Definition: Uniform resource locator. Technical term for a Web address. For example, the URL of this document is http://iet.ucdavis.edu/glossary.cfm. Need another definition?
UPS
Definition: Uninterruptible power supply. A plug-in, battery-powered device for your computer, to keep your machine running during a power outage. A UPS can usually keep your computer up for several minutes, so you can save files and safely shut it down. Need ...
Unix
Definition: A computer operating system developed in the early 1970s. Unix ("YOU-nicks") is widely used in high-end workstations and servers. Many variants have been developed, including Linux and MacOSX. Need another definition?
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