Glossary

API (Application Programming Interface) →

An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of protocols, routines, and tools for building software applications, specifying how software components should interact.

Asset Lifecycle Management →

Asset Lifecycle Management is the process of managing digital assets from creation or acquisition through usage, storage, and eventual archival or deletion.

Bandwidth →

Bandwidth refers to the maximum rate of data transfer across a given path in a network, often measured in bits per second.

Bandwidth Management →

Bandwidth management is the process of measuring, controlling, and optimizing network traffic to ensure efficient use of available bandwidth and maintain quality of service.

Bulk Upload →

Bulk upload is a feature that allows users to upload multiple files or large amounts of data simultaneously to a system or platform.

CDN (Content Delivery Network) →

A Content Delivery Network (CDN) is a geographically distributed group of servers that work together to provide fast delivery of Internet content.

CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) →

CORS is a security mechanism that allows a web page from one domain to request resources (like APIs) from a different domain, which is normally prohibited by web browsers' same-origin policy.

Cache/Caching →

Caching is the process of storing copies of data in a cache, a high-speed data storage layer, to enable faster access to that data in future requests.

Client-Side Rendering (CSR) →

Client-Side Rendering (CSR) is a web application technique where content is generated in the user's browser using JavaScript, rather than on the server.

Cloud Backup →

Cloud backup is a service that automatically copies data from a device or system to secure, remote cloud storage for safekeeping and easy recovery.

Cloud Storage →

Cloud storage is a model of data storage where digital data is stored in logical pools across multiple servers, often in different locations.

Cloud-Based File Management →

Cloud-based file management refers to the practice of storing, organizing, and accessing files through remote servers accessed via the internet, rather than on local hardware.

Content Management System (CMS) →

A Content Management System (CMS) is a software application that allows users to create, edit, collaborate on, publish, and store digital content.

Custom Domain →

A custom domain is a unique domain name that represents your brand or website, replacing a generic subdomain provided by a hosting service.

Data Center →

A data center is a facility used to house computer systems and associated components, such as telecommunications and storage systems.

Data Encryption →

Data encryption is the process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring data confidentiality and integrity.

Data Migration →

Data migration is the process of transferring data between storage types, formats, or systems, often as part of a system upgrade or consolidation.

Data Redundancy →

Data redundancy is the practice of storing the same data in multiple places to prevent data loss and ensure high availability.

Direct Link →

A Direct Link is a URL that points directly to a specific file or resource, allowing immediate access or download without navigating through a website interface.

Drag-and-Drop Upload →

Drag-and-drop upload is a user interface feature that allows users to select and move files from their local device to a web application by dragging them with a mouse or touchpad.

Dynamic Site →

A dynamic site is a website that generates content in real-time, often pulling data from a database or external sources to create personalized or frequently updated web pages.

Edge Computing →

Edge computing is a distributed computing paradigm that brings computation and data storage closer to the sources of data to improve response times and save bandwidth.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) →

FTP is a standard network protocol used for transferring files between a client and a server on a computer network.

File Compression →

File compression is the process of reducing the size of a file or group of files to optimize storage space, decrease data transmission time, and improve overall efficiency in file management.

File Encoding →

File encoding is the process of converting data into a specific format for storage, transmission, or processing, often to ensure compatibility across different systems or to optimize storage and transfer.

File Hosting →

File hosting is a service that allows users to store and share files online, providing easy access and distribution of digital content.

File Preview →

File preview is a feature that allows users to view the contents of a file without fully opening or downloading it, often in a lightweight or simplified format.

File Retention Policy →

A file retention policy is a set of guidelines that determine how long files should be kept and when they should be deleted or archived.

File Sharing →

File sharing is the practice of distributing or providing access to digital information, such as computer files, over a network or the internet.

File Storage Solutions →

File storage solutions are systems designed to store, manage, and provide access to digital files and data, ranging from local hard drives to cloud-based services.

File Synchronization →

File synchronization is the process of ensuring that files in two or more locations are updated via certain rules, typically to maintain consistency between locations.

File Upload →

File upload is the process of transferring digital files from a local device to a remote server or cloud storage system via the internet.

File Versioning →

File versioning is a feature in file management systems that keeps track of different versions of a file, allowing users to review or revert to previous states.

HTTPS →

HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) is an extension of HTTP that uses SSL/TLS for secure communication over a computer network.

Image Optimization →

Image optimization is the process of reducing the file size of images while maintaining acceptable quality, to improve website performance and user experience.

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) →

JSON is a lightweight, text-based, language-independent data interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write and easy for machines to parse and generate.

Large File Hosting →

Large file hosting is a service that specializes in storing and sharing files that are too large for conventional email attachments or standard file sharing platforms.

Latency →

Latency is the time delay between the initiation of a request and the receipt of the response in a computing or networking system.

Load Balancing →

Load balancing is the process of distributing network traffic across multiple servers to ensure no single server bears too much demand, optimizing resource use and response time.

MIME Types →

MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) types are labels used to identify the type of data in a file, allowing software to handle the data appropriately.

Metadata →

Metadata is data that provides information about other data, describing various attributes and characteristics of the primary data.

No-Code Development →

No-code development is an approach to software development that allows non-programmers to create applications using graphical user interfaces and configuration instead of traditional computer programming.

OAuth →

OAuth is an open standard for access delegation, commonly used as a way for internet users to grant websites or applications access to their information on other websites but without giving them the passwords.

RESTful API →

A RESTful API (Representational State Transfer) is an architectural style for designing networked applications, emphasizing scalability, statelessness, and a uniform interface.

Responsive Design →

Responsive design is an approach to web design that makes web pages render well on a variety of devices and window or screen sizes.

SDK (Software Development Kit) →

An SDK is a collection of software development tools, libraries, documentation, code samples, and processes that allow developers to create software applications for a specific platform.

SSL/TLS →

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and its successor TLS (Transport Layer Security) are cryptographic protocols that provide secure communication over a computer network.

Scalable Storage →

Scalable storage is a flexible data storage system that can easily grow or shrink to accommodate changing data volumes and performance requirements.

Secure File Transfer →

Secure file transfer refers to the transmission of files through a secure method that protects the content from unauthorized access or interception during the transfer process.

Server-Side Rendering (SSR) →

Server-Side Rendering (SSR) is a technique where web pages are generated on the server and sent to the client as fully rendered HTML.

Static Site →

A static site is a website that consists of fixed content, delivered to the user exactly as it's stored, without real-time processing or database queries.

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) →

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is a security process that requires users to provide two different authentication factors to verify their identity, enhancing the security of online accounts.

User Permissions →

User permissions are settings that determine what actions a user can perform within a system, controlling access to files, features, or functionalities.

Version Control →

Version control is a system that records changes to a file or set of files over time so that you can recall specific versions later.

Video Hosting →

Video hosting is a service that allows users to upload, store, manage, and share video content online, often providing features like streaming and embedding.

Video Streaming →

Video streaming is the continuous transmission of video files from a server to a client, allowing playback to start before the entire file has been transferred.

Web Application →

A web application is a software program that runs on a web server and is accessed through a web browser, allowing users to interact with it over the internet.

WebP Conversion →

WebP conversion is the process of converting images to the WebP format, a modern image format developed by Google that provides superior compression and quality compared to traditional formats like JPEG or PNG.

Webflow Integration →

Webflow integration refers to the seamless connection and interoperability between Webflow, a visual web design platform, and other services or tools like Flowdrive.

Webhook →

A webhook is a mechanism that allows an application to provide real-time information to other applications by sending HTTP POST requests to a specified URL when certain events occur.