Digital Glossary

Term Main definition
Name Server

A name server is a computer that stores information about domain names and translates them into Internet Protocol addresses.

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Network Attached Storage

Network-attached storage (NAS) is a way to store data on a dedicated server that is connected to a computer network.

NAS is used to provide data access to a heterogeneous group of clients and typically uses network file sharing protocols such as NFS, SMB, or AFP.

NAS is important because it provides a way to store data on a dedicated server that is connected to a computer network.

This allows for faster data access, easier administration, and simple configuration. Additionally, NAS systems are often manufactured as computer appliances, which makes them more reliable and suitable for use in RAID arrays.

Yes, there are different types of NAS. Some of the most common types include block-level storage, file-level storage, and software-defined storage.

Each type of NAS has its own benefits and drawbacks, so it's important to choose the right one for your needs.

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Synonyms - Network Attached Storage
Nofollow

Nofollow is a directive used to tell search engines not to follow a specific link or the links on a webpage or count the link towards its PageRank.

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Noindex

Noindex is a directive used to tell search engines to not include that particular page in its list of search results. You would usually use a noindex on pages that you don’t want a user to find unless they are directly told about it, for example a promotion page, an employee only page or a goal completion ‘thank you’ page.

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