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Windows Internet Naming Service

Definition Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) is a system developed by Microsoft that determines the IP address associated with a particular network computer. This is called name resolution. WINS supports

World Roaming

Definition World roaming is a term relating to mobile communication. It refers to the ability for a cellular customer to automatically make and receive voice calls, send and receive data,

Web Content Management

Definition Web Content Management (WCM) is a software system that provides website authoring, collaboration, and administration tools designed to allow users with little knowledge of web programming languages or markup

Windows 2000

Definition Windows 2000 is an operating system developed by Microsoft, released in February 2000. It is part of the Windows NT family of operating systems, aimed primarily at businesses and

Workaround

Definition A workaround is a temporary solution designed to overcome a problem or limitation in a system or program. It’s applied when a full solution cannot be implemented or may

Wi-Fi Protected Access

Definition Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a security standard for users of computing devices equipped with wireless internet connections. It improves upon the security features of its predecessor, Wired Equivalent

Windows Driver Model

Definition The Windows Driver Model (WDM) is a framework developed by Microsoft that allows the creation of driver software compatible with the Windows operating system. It enables hardware and devices

Wi-Fi Protected Access II

Definition Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) is a security protocol developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance to secure wireless computer networks. It provides strong data protection and network access control by

Wiki

Definition A Wiki is a type of website that allows multiple users to create, edit, and hyperlink pages collaboratively. Named after the Hawaiian word for ‘quick’, it is easy to