IT Glossary & Dictionary

57 terms covering Linux, Python, DevOps, Networking, Databases, and more.

Clear definitions and in-depth explanations for beginners and professionals.

All Cloud Computing (35) Databases (51) DevOps (60) Linux (60) Networking (46) Programming Concepts (40) Python (55) Security (40) Web Development (53)

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C

Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS)

Web Development

An HTTP mechanism that allows web pages to request resources from a different domain than the one serving the page.

Crosstab Query

Databases

A query that transforms rows into columns, creating a pivot table view of aggregated data.

Cryptographic Key Management

Security

The practices and procedures for generating, storing, distributing, rotating, and revoking encryption keys securely.

CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery)

Security

An attack that tricks authenticated users into submitting unwanted requests to a web application they are logged into.

CSS Flexbox

Web Development

A CSS layout model that provides efficient arrangement of items within a container, handling alignment, distribution, and spacing.

CSS Grid

Web Development

A two-dimensional CSS layout system for creating complex grid-based designs with rows and columns.

CTE (Common Table Expression)

Databases

A temporary named result set defined within a SQL statement using the WITH clause, improving query readability and enabling recursion.

Curl

Linux

A versatile command-line tool for transferring data using various network protocols, commonly used for API testing.

Cursor

Databases

A database object that enables row-by-row processing of query results, useful for operations that cannot be done in bulk.

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What is the Dargslan IT Glossary?

The Dargslan IT Glossary is a comprehensive dictionary of 57 information technology terms covering 9 categories including Cloud Computing, Databases, DevOps, Linux, Networking, Programming Concepts. Each term includes a clear definition, an in-depth explanation, difficulty level, and links to related eBooks for further learning.

How many terms does the glossary contain?

The glossary currently contains 57 terms across 9 categories. We regularly add new terms to keep the glossary current with the latest technologies and concepts.

Who is this glossary for?

The glossary is designed for anyone working in or learning about IT — from complete beginners encountering unfamiliar terms to experienced professionals looking for precise definitions. Each term includes a difficulty badge (Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced) so you can find content at your level.

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Yes. Use the category pills at the top of the glossary to filter terms by topic such as Cloud Computing, Databases, DevOps, Linux, Networking, Programming Concepts. You can also use the A-Z letter filter to jump to terms starting with a specific letter, or combine both filters.

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