Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cookies are small files stored on a user's device by a website to store data such as preferences, login status and user activity.
A domain is a unique name used to identify a website on the internet, such as google.com or wikipedia.org.
DNS is a system that translates domain names into IP addresses, allowing users to access websites using easy-to-remember names rather than numbers.
A URL is the complete address of a page on the internet, including the protocol (such as HTTP/HTTPS), domain name, and specific path to the page or file.
A firewall is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing data traffic based on predetermined security rules, to protect the network from unauthorized access.
Malware is malicious software designed to damage, exploit, or steal data from a user's device, including viruses, trojans, and spyware.
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a protocol used to transfer files between computers over a network, often used to upload or download files to a server.
Download is the process of downloading data from the internet to the user's device, while upload is the process of uploading data from the user's device to the internet.
Latency is the time it takes for data to travel from one point to another on a network, measured in milliseconds. Low latency indicates faster response.
A router is a device that directs data traffic within a network, connecting various devices and networks, and enabling access to the internet.
HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) is the standard protocol for data transfer on the web, while HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) is a secure version of HTTP that encrypts data to protect privacy.
P2P is a type of network in which each device (node) functions as both a server and a client, allowing direct data sharing between users without a central server.
Spam is unwanted or irrelevant messages, usually sent in large quantities via email or other platforms, often containing advertising or malicious links.
Wi-Fi is a wireless technology that uses radio waves to provide an internet connection to devices. Wi-Fi allows communication between devices without cables, utilizing a router as an access point.
Hosting is a service that provides server space to store websites, applications or data so that they can be accessed via the internet. Examples include shared hosting, VPS, and dedicated hosting.
Streaming is the process of sending audio or video data continuously over the internet so that it can be played in real-time without needing to be completely downloaded first.
Browsers are software used to access and navigate the internet. Examples of popular browsers are Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) are security protocols that encrypt communications between servers and clients, ensuring that data sent remains secure and cannot be intercepted.
IoT refers to a network of physical devices connected to the internet, enabling them to collect and share data, such as smart home devices, vehicles, and industrial sensors.