Arhive: Glossary Terms

HTML, or Hypertext Markup Language, is the basic code used to create web pages. It organizes the content—like text, images, and links—so that a web browser knows how to display them. Every webpage you visit is built using HTML, making…

HTTP, short for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, is the standard protocol used for communication on the World Wide Web. It governs the exchange of data between web servers and clients, such as web browsers, enabling the retrieval and display of web…

HTTPS is a safer version of HTTP, the protocol used to browse the web. It uses encryption (fancy technology that scrambles your data) to keep the information you send and receive, like passwords or credit card details, from being stolen.…

An icon is a small graphical symbol used to represent an object, action, or concept in a digital interface. Icons are designed to be visually intuitive and recognizable, providing users with quick access to functions or information. They are commonly…

An Inbox is the main repository for new emails in any email client or service. Here, messages are collected, displayed, and maintained until the user reads, deletes, or moves them to other folders. The Inbox serves as a crucial organizational…

The Internet is a vast network of computers and other electronic devices connected globally, allowing users to share information and communicate instantaneously across vast distances. It encompasses everything from websites and emails to streaming services and online marketplaces, making it…

iOS is a mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc. exclusively for its iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. It is known for its user-friendly interface, seamless integration with Apple’s ecosystem, and robust security features. iOS offers a wide range…

IoT, or the Internet of Things, is a network of everyday devices that can connect to your home or work network and communicate with each other. These “smart” devices, like thermostats, lights, refrigerators, or even watches, use sensors and software…

An IP Address (Internet Protocol Address) is a unique set of numbers that acts like an address for your device on the internet. It helps identify your computer, phone, or other devices and ensures that information you send or receive…

An Internet Service Provider, or ISP, is the company that gives you access to the internet. You pay them a monthly fee so you can go online from your home or mobile device. They connect your home to the internet…