Term - Meaning, Algorithm - A step-by-step set of rules a computer follows to solve a problem or perform a task., API (Application Programming Interface) - A set of rules that lets one program talk to another program or service., Bandwidth - The maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given time., Cache - A small, fast storage area that saves recent data so it can be accessed more quickly., Cloud Computing - Using remote servers on the internet to store, manage, and process data instead of local computers., CPU (Central Processing Unit) - The “brain” of the computer that executes instructions., Database - An organized collection of data that can be searched, updated, and managed efficiently., Encryption - Converting information into a coded form so only authorized parties can read it., Firmware - Software programmed into hardware (like routers or cameras) that controls how the device works., Latency - The time delay between a request and the response, often measured in milliseconds., Malware - Malicious software (like viruses or ransomware) designed to harm or exploit devices or data., Protocol - An agreed-upon set of rules for how data is formatted and transmitted between devices., Virtual Machine (VM) - Software that behaves like a separate computer, running its own operating system on shared hardware., Version Control (e.g., Git) - A system that tracks changes to files so teams can collaborate and roll back if needed., Container (e.g., Docker) - A lightweight, portable package that bundles an app and its dependencies so it runs the same everywhere.,

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