PMP (Project Management Professional)
PMP (Project Management Professional): The PMP is a globally recognized certification in project management, administered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). It validates a professional’s capability to manage projects across various industries, ensuring successful project execution and adherence to industry standards.
Pervasive encryption
Pervasive encryption: The widespread use of encryption techniques to secure data and communications at all times, regardless of whether it is being transmitted or stored. It is used in various industries, including healthcare, finance, and government, to protect sensitive information from being accessed or stolen by unauthorized parties. Examples include using encrypted emails to send […]
Point-Of-Sale (POS) systems
Point-Of-Sale (POS) systems: Electronic systems that are used to process transactions at retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. They are used in retail and hospitality to facilitate sales, capture customer information, and manage inventory. Examples include cash registers, credit card terminals, and mobile point-of-sale devices.
Pharming
Pharming: A type of cyber-attack where a user is redirected to a fake or malicious website without their knowledge, often through the use of malware or DNS poisoning. It is used in cyber security to refer to the act of redirecting internet traffic to a fraudulent website. Examples include fake banking websites and malicious download […]
Point-To-Point Protocol (PPP)
Point-To-Point Protocol (PPP): A data link layer communication protocol primarily used to establish a direct connection between two nodes in a network. It provides authentication, encryption, and compression features to make the data transmission secure and efficient. PPP was commonly used in dial-up internet connections, and it is still a foundational protocol in several forms […]
Phishing
Phishing: A type of cyber-attack that involves tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords or financial data, through fraudulent emails or websites. It is often used by hackers to gain access to accounts or steal personal information. 3 examples of phishing attacks are fake emails from banks asking for account information, fake online […]