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Sometimes called mail bomb, an e-mail bomb is where a user or group of users send massive amounts of e-mail to specific person or system. This large influx of messages can fill up the recipients allotted disk space or even crash and e-mail server. Mail bombs are usually sent as a response to spam or a breach in netiquette. E-mail terms, Internet terms, Spam Related information How to protect yourself while on the Internet....

EAPROM stands for Electronically Alterable Programmable Read-Only Memory. It is a type of PROM whose contents can be changed. It acts as a non-volatile storage device, and its individual bits can be re-programmed during the course of system operation. Computer acronyms, Memory, Memory terms, Storage device

Jupyter, formally known as the Jupyter Project, is a non-profit organization that creates open-source interactive computing software. It was founded in 2014 by Colombian physicist and software developer Fernando Pérez, as a language-agnostic version of the IPython (interactive Python) project. Jupyter provides tools for mathematicians, scientists, students, data analysts, and computing professionals to write code interactively, view real time results, and publish results on the web. Jupyter Notebook Jupyter Notebook is an interactive computing environment and Python web server, providing a browser-based UI (user interface) for Jupyter users....

M may refer to any of the following: M is an abbreviation used for the MUMPS programming language. When describing a keyboard shortcut or sequence, “M-” is the GNU notation used to represent the meta key or Alt key if set up as a meta key. For example, M-c is short for pressing Alt and C at the same time on the keyboard. If the Alt key is not set up as a meta key, press the Esc and then C to perform the shortcut....

When a device or component is called mechanical, it utilizes physical moving parts, like gears or levers, to carry out its functions. For example, a hard drive, which stores data by physically moving a read/write head over moving platters, is mechanical. By contrast, an SSD (solid-state drive), which stores data with no moving parts, is electronic. Mechanical vs. electronic When comparing a mechanical and electronic device, the electronic device is always better because it has no moving parts....

Preemptive multitasking is a form of multitasking that enables a computer operating system to switch between computer software programs. Preemptive multitasking helps prevent a program from taking complete control of the computer processor and allows multiple programs to continue to operate without crashing or freezing. Operating system terms

SB may refer to any of the following: SB is an acronym sometimes used for sound blaster sound card. See our SoundBlaster page for further information about this company and standard. SB is an acronym sometimes used for sugar babby. The Internet domain suffix .sb is short for Solomon Islands. Related information Protect children from harmful material and people on the Internet. Computer acronyms, Hardware terms

Snapchat is a photo messaging service and mobile app that allows users to exchange photos and videos automatically deleted shortly after viewing. The messages are deleted both from the Snapchat servers and the receiving device. The user sending the message can configure a message deletion delay of one to ten seconds or allow users to keep the image for an indefinite amount of time. The service launched in June 2011 under its original title Picaboo....

Previously known as Square Cash, Cash App is a payment service from Square Inc. that was released in March 2015. It is used to transfer money between friends and family, rather than make purchases from companies. Cash App doesn’t charge users any fees for transactions. The service is available on both Android and iOS devices. Business terms, Online payment system, PayPal, Phone terms, Venmo Related information How to protect yourself while on the Internet....

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When someone hacks a computer or network system, it’s usually for one of three main reasons: Hacking for fun Some hackers make attempts on computers, servers, or network systems for the personal gratification. Others may feel that they need to prove something to their peers or friends, and hack something only for the challenge. Hacking to steal Another reason to hack a system is to steal information or money. A large portion of hacking attempts fall into this category....

If you see the “compressed volume or disk-cache utility” error during the Windows setup process, review the troubleshooting options below. Hard drive was compressed If the computer hard drive was compressed in the past by any utility, it must be removed or configured to allow Windows. If you want to remove the compression from the hard drive, follow the steps below. Boot from a bootable floppy diskette. At the A:> prompt, type: fdisk and press Enter....

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Short for enhanced versatile disc, EVD is an upcoming standard that was first announced on November 18, 2003, that wanted to replace DVDs. EVD is expected to offer five times the quality of image definition compared to DVD. Several Chinese firms plan on dropping the development of DVD players and creating EVD compliant players by 2008. Because of other competing standards EVD is in a format war with Blu-ray and HD DVD....

GCHQ, also known as Government Communications Headquarters, is a British agency which provides SIGINT (signals intelligence) to the British government and armed forces. In many ways, it is the British equivalent of the United States NSA (National Security Agency). Computer acronyms, Security terms, Signal Related information How to protect yourself while on the Internet. Computer security help and support.

IE may refer to any of the following: IE is a common acronym for Microsoft Internet Explorer. See our Microsoft Internet Explorer definition for additional information. Latin for id est, which translates to that is, the i.e. abbreviation is short for in other words, in this case, that is, and to say. For example, Firefox is an Internet browser i.e., a software program that lets you surf the Internet. The Internet domain suffix ....

IMEI, also known as International Mobile Equipment Identity, is a number used to identify certain types of 3GPP mobile and satellite phones. It is usually printed inside the battery compartment, or accessed when the phone is powered on by dialing *#06#. On smartphones, it’s found in most operating systems’ settings menus. Computer acronyms, Mobile identification number, Operating system, Phone terms, UDID

Short for load-reduced dual inline memory module, LRDIMM memory chips are used in server settings, like data centers and cloud computing, and in high-performance computers. LRDIMM features a memory buffer instead of a register like RDIMMs. This feature allows it to increase the speed of the memory, reduce the load on a server’s memory bus, and help to reduce power consumption. LRDIMM chips are compatible with DDR3 DIMM memory sockets on motherboards....

Ninite is a software bundling and installation service for Microsoft Windows operating systems offered by Secure By Design, Inc. It allows users to select popular Windows applications from a list and download a single unified installer/updater for all of them. For instance, rather than checking individually for a new version of Firefox, Dropbox, and Adobe Flash you could download a single program to install the newest versions all at once. Ninite is free for personal use, or users can purchase a professional version for use in a corporate setting....