Acronyms
Sales, Marketing, and Technology Acronyms and Abbreviations. Jump to acronyms beginning with the number or letter:
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SOA
A specific DNS record type that holds crucial administrative information about a DNS zone. SOA records play a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and consistency of the Domain Name…
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SOAP
A type of web API that uses XML to encode data and transmit it over HTTP. SOAP APIs are more standardized and structured than REST APIs, and are often used…
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SoC
An integrated circuit that consolidates all the essential components of a computer or electronic system onto a single chip. This typically includes a central processing unit (CPU), graphics processing unit…
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SOC
A centralized team and facility within an organization that is responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats in real time. The SOC serves as the nerve center…
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SOC
A type of audit framework through reports that assess a service organization’s internal controls. These reports are based on standards the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) developed. Here’s…
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SocialTV
A concept that refers to the integration of social media and television. It involves using social media platforms and technologies to enhance the TV-watching experience and engage viewers in real-time…
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SOCKS
An Internet protocol that facilitates the exchange of network packets between a client and a server through a proxy server. SOCKS5 is the latest version of the SOCKS protocol, which…
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SoMoLo
A marketing strategy referring to the integration of social media, mobile technology, and local targeting to reach consumers more effectively, especially in real-time. Breakdown of SoMoLo: Social: Using social media…
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SOP
A detailed written document outlining the step-by-step instructions to carry out a specific task or process consistently and standardized. SOPs are commonly used in business environments to ensure employees understand…
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SOPA
A controversial United States bill introduced by U.S. Representative Lamar S. Smith (R-TX) in 2011. The bill aimed to expand U.S. law enforcement’s ability to combat online copyright infringement and…