Acronyms
Sales, Marketing, and Technology Acronyms and Abbreviations. Jump to acronyms beginning with the number or letter:
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IOB
A pattern of activity or sequence of actions that reveals the intent or tactics of a potential cyber attacker. Unlike Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), which rely on static evidence such as IP addresses, file hashes, or domains, IOBs focus on…
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IOC
A piece of forensic data, such as a file signature, IP address, domain name, or system artifact, that signals potential malicious activity within a network or system. Security analysts use IOCs to identify, investigate, and respond to cyberattacks by recognizing…
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iOS
The mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc. specifically for its mobile devices, primarily the iPhone. iOS is designed to provide a secure and user-friendly environment for running applications, accessing the internet, and managing various functionalities on Apple’s mobile devices.…
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IoT
The network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies to connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet. These objects range from ordinary household items to sophisticated industrial tools. Here are some examples…
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IP
Refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce. IP is protected by law through patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, which enable people to earn recognition or…
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IP Address
The standard defining how devices on a network communicate with each other using numerical addresses. IPv4 is the original version of the Internet Protocol, first developed in the 1970s. It uses 32-bit addresses, which allows for a total of approximately…
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iPaaS
A cloud-based platform that enables businesses to integrate their applications and data across different systems and platforms. iPaaS provides a set of tools and services that make it easier for businesses to connect their various applications and data sources, automate…
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iPadOS
The operating system specifically designed for Apple’s iPad. It branched out from iOS, which is the operating system for the iPhone, to address the unique capabilities and screen size of the iPad. iPadOS aims to harness the powerful hardware of…
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IPO
The process by which a private company becomes a public company by offering its shares to the public for the first time on a stock exchange. This allows the company to raise capital from public investors in exchange for equity…
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IPR
An independent, nonprofit organization based in the United States that focuses on research-driven insights to advance the science and art of public relations and corporate communications. Unlike trade associations, IPR does not offer accreditation or lobbying services. Instead, it serves…
