File Layout: The structure and organization of data within a file. The layout can dictate how data is read, interpreted, and processed, and it often depends on the file format. Managing file layouts properly can have implications for data integrity and accuracy. For example, changing a file layout without adjusting the related processes can lead to misinterpretation of the data and potentially severe consequences.

File-Level Encryption: A method of data protection where individual files or directories are encrypted by the file system itself. This form of encryption is highly flexible, allowing users to select exactly which data to encrypt and to manage access on a file-by-file basis. As a result, even if the physical media on which the files are stored is compromised, the data remains inaccessible without the appropriate decryption key.

File Server: A server within a network that provides a centralized location for shared file storage, allowing users connected to the network to access and store files. It manages and controls file access to enhance security and ensure data integrity. File servers are commonly used in organizational environments to facilitate collaboration and data management.

File Transfer Protocol (FTP): A standard network protocol used for the transfer of computer files between a client and server on a computer network. FTP is built on a client-server model architecture using separate control and data connections between the client and the server. It allows users to upload, delete, access, and transfer files easily. Despite its widespread use, FTP lacks secure transfer features, which have led to the development and adoption of more secure transfer protocols like SFTP and FTPS.

File Transfer Protocol Secure (FTPS): An extension of the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) that adds support for the Transport Layer Security (TLS) and the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) cryptographic protocols. FTPS should not be confused with SFTP, which is an FTP-like protocol that is part of the SSH protocol suite. FTPS provides secure communication for file transfers by enabling encryption of the data transmitted, which helps prevent interception or eavesdropping. It is utilized to protect the transmission of data over insecure networks, such as the Internet, particularly when transferring sensitive or confidential information.

Final Omnibus Rule: Refers to a set of regulations that significantly amends the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy, Security, Enforcement, and Breach Notification Rules. Published in January 2013 by the US Department of Health and Human Services, the rule strengthens the privacy and security protection for individuals' health information, modifies the breach notification requirements under the HITECH Act, provides increased flexibility, and strengthens the government's ability to enforce the law. It also extends the requirements to cover business associates of healthcare entities.