The FREE Cybersecurity Glossary by Thor Pedersen!

Incremental backup: A backup strategy that involves creating backups of only the data that has changed since the last backup. This can save time and storage space, as only the changes need to be backed up rather than the entire system. An example of incremental backup might be a system that creates daily backups of only the files that have been modified since the previous day's backup.

Incremental testing: A testing strategy that involves breaking down a complex system into smaller, manageable pieces and testing each piece individually. This can help to identify defects early on and make it easier to isolate and fix problems. An example of incremental testing might be a software development team that tests individual components of the system before integrating them into the final product.

Independence: In the context of IT, independence refers to the self-sufficiency of a system or operation, such that it can function without external dependencies or interventions. This is critical for system stability and security, as it reduces reliance on third-party systems that could become single points of failure or introduce additional security vulnerabilities.

Indicator: A piece of information that can be used to detect or identify a potential security threat. Indicators can come in many forms, including suspicious behavior, unusual network traffic, or specific patterns in data. An example of an indicator might be a sudden increase in login attempts from a specific IP address, which could indicate a brute-force attack.

Individual accountability: The practice of holding individuals accountable for their actions, including any security breaches or violations. This can help to ensure that employees take responsibility for their actions and can help to prevent security incidents by creating a culture of accountability within the organization. An example of individual accountability might be requiring employees to sign a security policy acknowledging their responsibility to protect company data.

InfiniBand: InfiniBand is a high-throughput, low-latency networking technology predominantly used in supercomputing and enterprise data center environments. It provides superior data transfer rates and communication efficiency over traditional Ethernet networks and is designed to carry multiple traffic types (data, storage, management) over a single connection.