Glossary Archive

The ability of software components to interact and exchange data and functionality, enabling modular and scalable application development.

The ability to transfer or use software components across different systems or platforms without significant modification or adaptation.

Self-contained software modules or packages that provide specific functionality and can be integrated or combined to build larger applications or systems.

The physical positioning of components on a server, usually compiled as executable files.

The means of setting up an application using administrative tools that are delivered from the vendor without changing the actual software code. The stage of the implementation process when the physical deployment of an item is scrutinized to ensure it complies with system specifications.

The process of achieving agreement among participants in a distributed network on the validity of transactions or actions.

A decision-making process that involves reaching agreement or consensus among participants in a network or community.

The algorithm or protocol used to reach agreement among participants in a distributed network, determining how consensus is achieved and maintained.

A collaborative network or association of HR professionals and organizations working together to govern and promote decentralized HR solutions.

A distributed network of servers strategically located to deliver web content, applications, or media efficiently to end-users. Convergence The integration or merging of different technologies, systems, or industries to achieve new capabilities or synergies.