Technology Glossary

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Browser

Browser or web browser, is a software application used to access and view websites on the internet. It allows users to visit web pages, click links, watch videos, and interact with online content. Popular browsers include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Safari, and Opera. Browsers work by retrieving data from web servers and displaying it in a readable format for users.

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Doxware

Doxware (short for "doxxing" and "ransomware") is a type of malicious software that not only encrypts a victim’s data like traditional ransomware, but also threatens to publicly release sensitive personal or corporate information.

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Google Drive

Google Drive is a cloud-based storage service developed by Google that allows users to store, access, and share files online. It supports documents, photos, videos, and more, and offers seamless integration with other Google services like Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Users can access their files from any device with an internet connection, making it ideal for personal use, collaboration, and remote work.

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Heartbleed Bug

Heartbleed bug is a serious security flaw discovered in 2014 in the OpenSSL cryptographic software. It allowed attackers to read sensitive data—such as passwords, encryption keys, and personal information—directly from a server’s memory without leaving any trace. Named after a vulnerability in OpenSSL’s “heartbeat” feature, this bug exposed millions of websites to data leaks and highlighted the need for stronger web encryption practices.

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Quantum Computing

Quantum computing is a type of computing technology that uses the principles of quantum mechanics to process information. Unlike traditional computers that use bits (0 or 1), quantum computers use qubits, which can be 0, 1, or both at the same time (superposition). This allows quantum computers to solve complex problems much faster than regular computers, especially in fields like encryption, medicine, and artificial intelligence.

Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG)

Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) is a device that uses the unpredictable behavior of quantum particles—like photons—to generate truly random numbers. Unlike traditional random number generators, which rely on algorithms and can be predicted or reproduced, QRNGs use the laws of quantum physics to produce numbers that are completely random. This makes them ideal for high-security applications like encryption and digital privacy.

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Tor Browser

Tor Browser is a web browser that lets users access the internet anonymously by routing traffic through a global network of servers. It hides your IP address and encrypts your data, making it harder for websites, trackers, or governments to trace your online activity. Tor is often used to protect privacy, bypass censorship, and access the dark web.

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Wayback Machine

Wayback Machine is a digital archive that lets users view past versions of websites. Operated by the Internet Archive, it automatically saves snapshots of web pages over time, allowing users to see how a site looked on specific dates. It’s a valuable tool for researchers, journalists, developers, or anyone interested in the history of the internet.

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Zombie Process

Zombie Process is a computer process that has completed execution but still remains in the process table because its parent process hasn’t yet read its exit status. It no longer uses system resources like CPU or memory, but too many zombie processes can clutter the system and lead to performance issues. They are called “zombies” because they are technically dead, but still linger in the system.

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