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Access Control

In access control, different resources (e.g. files) are monitored.

Access Network

The access network evolved from the telephone network.

Access Point

An access point or wireless accesspoint is a comparatively small and connecting network device and serves as an interface for wireless communication in offices or companies.

Active Directory

An Active Directory is a directory service operated by Microsoft.

Adapter

Adapters are devices that create compatibility between sockets, plugs and cables thus make it possible to connect them with each other.

Advanced Persistent Threat

According to the APT definition, Advanced Persistent Threat is a targeted cyber attack.

API

The abbreviation API stands for Application Programming Interface and is a collection of commands, protocols, functions and objects.

Application Layer Gateway

The Application Layer Gateway (abbreviated ALG) forms the “last resort” of a multi-level security control.

ASA

The Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) software is a proven and widely used security solution.

ATM

Since 1988, the asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) has been used to transport large amounts of data over telephone lines.

Autonome Systeme

Autonomous Systems (AS) are large networks. In their entirety the autonomous systems form the Internet.