Technology terms starting with M

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Multi-Hop Problem The security risks resulting from a mobile software agent visiting several platforms.
Multi-level sorting Sorting by multiple fields. Both text and integer fields may be sorted upon (ascending or descending). Field sorting may be combined with rank sorting.
Multi-master Replication Data can be modified on any DC and is replicated to all other DCs within a domain.
Multi-master replication (in Active Directory) A feature of Active Directory that provides and maintains copies of the directory across multiple servers in a domain.
Multi-master replication (in ADAM) A feature of Active Directory Application Mode that provides and maintains copies of the directory across multiple servers in a configuration set.
Multi-Router Traffic Grapher (MRTG) A Web-based tool for monitoring traffic and other SNMP variables on network connections. See also "Cricket."
multi-satellite link A radio link between a transmitting Earth station and a receiving Earth station through two or more satellites, without any intermediate Earth station.
Multi-Service Doctrine Fundamental principals that guide the employment of forces of two or more Services in coordinated action toward a common objective.
Multi-service T&E T&E conducted by two or more DoD Components for systems to be acquired by more than one DoD Component, or for a DoD Component's systems that have…
Multi-Spectral Imagery The image of an object obtained simultaneously in a number of discrete spectral bands.
Multi-static Radar A radar system with a transmitter and several receivers all separated. A special case is bi-static radar.
multi-tenancy The system is built in a way that allows several customers to share infrastructure, without the customers being aware of it and without compromising the…
multi-threaded A characteristic of a sequence or group of messages that allows several messages to be sent by one party to the same message recipient without waiting for…
multi-valued A property that can hold more than one value. See also: property value
Multi-Year Appropriation Congressional appropriation available for incurring obligations for a definite period in excess of one fiscal year; i.e., for two or more years.
Multi-Year Procurement (MYP) A procurement of more units than the current year requirement. The total purchase is divided into segments, which are annually budgeted and funded…
multiaddress calling A service feature that permits a user to designate more than one addressee for the same data.
multicarrier modulation (MCM) A technique of transmitting data by dividing the data into several interleaved bit streams and using these to modulate several carriers.
multicast In a network, a technique that allows data, including packet form, to be simultaneously transmitted to a selected set of destinations.
multicast address A routing address that (a) is used to address simultaneously all the computers in a group and (b) usually identifies a group of computers that share a…
multicast backbone (Mbone) See Mbone.
multichannel Pertaining to communications, usually full-duplex communications, on more than one channel.
multicoupler In radio communications, a device for connecting several receivers or transmitters to one antenna in such a way that the equipment impedances are properly…
multidestination mode (MD) A DCME- (direct-circuit, multiplication equipment) operational mode where trunk channel traffic is interpolated over a pool of available bearer channels…
multidimensional array An array with multiple subscripts for finding a single element. Perl implements these using references--see perllol and perldsc.
multifactor authentication An authentication method that requires two or more authentication methods, which may include something the user provides, such as certificates; something…
multifiber cable A fiber-optic cable having two or more fibers, each of which is capable of serving as an independent optical transmission channel. [After FAA]
multifiber cable assembly See cable assembly.
multifiber joint An optical splice or connector designed to mate two multifiber cables, providing simultaneous optical alignment of all individual optical fibers.
multiframe In PCM systems, a set of consecutive frames in which the position of each frame can be identified by reference to a multiframe alignment signal.
multifrequency pulsing Synonym multifrequency signaling. See dual-tone multifrequency signaling.
multifrequency signaling Synonym dual-tone multifrequency signaling.
multihosting The ability of a Web server to support more than one Internet address and more than one home page. Also called multihoming.
multijob A job that is itself composed of several executable jobs; these are processed by the MMJS subjob. See also MMJS subjob.
multijob rendezvous A mechanism used by GRAM to synchronize between job processes in a multiprocess job and between.
Multilateration A type of multi-static radar usually employing one transmitter and several receivers for target detection and tracking.
multilayer filter See interference filter.
Multilevel Device A device that is used in a manner that it simultaneously permits access by users with different security clearances and needs-to-know, but prevents users…
multilevel mode [An] Information systems (IS) mode of operation wherein all the following statements are satisfied concerning the users who have direct or indirect access…
multilevel modulation See n-ary code.
multilevel precedence and preemption (MLPP) In military communications, a priority scheme (a) for assigning one of several precedence levels to specific calls or messages so that the system handles…
Multilevel Secure A class of system containing information with different classifications that simultaneously permits access by users with different security clearances and…
multilevel security (MLS) 1. [The] concept of processing information with different classifications and categories that simultaneously permits access by users with different…
Multilevel Security Mode (ADP Security) A mode of operation using an operating system, which provides a capability, that permits various levels and categories or compartments of…
Multilingual User Interface Pack A set of technologies that enable a multilingual Windows installation.
multilink operation In packet-switched networks, the simultaneous use of multiple links for the transmission of different segments of the same message unit.
Multimedia The combined use of different media; integrated video, audio, text and data graphics in digital form.
multimedia communication system A system that handles more than one media stream in a synchronized way from the user's point of view.
Multimodal Biometric System A biometric system in which two or more of the modality components (biometric characteristic, sensor type or feature extraction algorithm) occurs in…
multimode dispersion Incorrect synonym for multimode distortion.
multimode distortion A distortion mechanism, occurring in multimode fibers, in which the signal is spread in time because the velocity of propagation of the optical signal is…
multimode group delay Synonym differential mode delay.
multimode optical fiber An optical fiber that supports the propagation of more than one bound mode. Note: A multimode optical fiber may be either a graded-index (GI) fiber or a…
multipart upload A feature that allows you to upload a single object as a set of parts.
multiparty line Synonym party line.
multipath The propagation phenomenon that results in radio signals' reaching the receiving antenna by two or more paths.
Multipathing Multipathing is the use of redundant storage network components responsible for transfer of data between the server and storage.
Multiple A stock's multiple is its price-to-earnings ratio (P/E). It's figured by dividing the market price of the stock by its earnings.
multiple access The connection of a user to two or more switching centers by separate access lines using a single message routing indicator or telephone number. 2.
multiple association control function (MACF) Represents the rules and regulations governing the coordination of set of peer-to-peer communications within an application entity invocation (AEI). [T1.
multiple call Synonym conference call.
Multiple Component Incident A single incident that encompasses two or more incidents.
multiple data message format (MDMF) A series of data words specifying message type, message length, parameter message(s), and error detection information.
Multiple Document Interface (MDI) Developed by Microsoft, with menus, buttons, tools, and windows called documents.
Multiple Domain Names The use of several extra domains to provide gateway pages or gateway sites to the main site.
multiple frequency-shift keying (MFSK) Frequency-shift keying (FSK) in which multiple codes are used in the transmission of digital signals.
multiple homing In telephone systems, the connection of a terminal facility so that it can be served by one or several switching centers.
Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) A reentry vehicle carried by a delivery system that can place one or more reentry vehicles over each of several separate targets.
multiple inheritance The ability of a class or interface to extend more than one class or interface.
Multiple Intercept Defense Capability to make two or more intercepts per target or targets defended.
Multiple Keyword Tags The use of more than one Keywords META tag in order to try to increase the relevancy of the best keywords on a page. This is not recommended.
multiple media Transmission media using more than one type of transmission path (e.g., optical fiber, radio, and copper wire) to deliver information.
multiple password policy Enables administrators to configure the Key Management (KM) server to require multiple passwords to perform certain tasks. [Exchange 5.5]
Multiple Phenomenology Observations of potential targets by means of different physical principles and different sensor systems.
Multiple Reentry Vehicle A reentry vehicle of a delivery system, which places more than one reentry vehicle over an individual target.
Multiple Silo Defense Capability to defend two or more silos.
multiple system high availability Cluster technology and architecture that increases the level of availability by grouping systems into a cooperative failover design.
multiple terminal address registration A feature that enables the UPT user to simultaneously register multiple terminal addresses for incoming and/or outgoing UPT calls. [T1.701-1994]
Multiple Titles It used to be possible to repeat the HTML title tag in the header section of a page several times to improve search engine positioning.
multiple-boot options The hardware configurations of some computers are able to run different operating system and window manager combinations.
multiple-spot scanning In facsimile systems, scanning performed simultaneously by two or more scanning spots, each one analyzing its fraction of the total scanned area of the…
multiplex (MUX) See multiplexing.
multiplex aggregate bit rate In a time-division multiplexer, the bit rate that is equal to the sum of (a) the input channel data signaling rates available to the user and (b) the rate…
multiplex baseband 1. In frequency-division multiplexing, the frequency band occupied by the aggregate of the signals in the line interconnecting the multiplexing and radio…
multiplex hierarchy In frequency-division multiplexing, the rank of frequency bands occupied: 12 channels group 5 groups (60 channels) super group 5 super groups (300…
multiplex link encryption Encryption in which a single cryptographic device is used to encrypt all of the data in a multiplexed link.
multiplexer (MUX) A device that combines multiple inputs into an aggregate signal to be transported via a single transmission channel. Synonym multiplexing equipment.
multiplexer/demultiplexer (muldem) A device that combines the functions of multiplexing and demultiplexing of digital signals. Note: The term muldem should not be confused with modem.
multiplexing (MUXing) The combining of two or more information channels onto a common transmission medium.
multiplexing equipment Synonym multiplexer.
multipoint Synonym multiple.
multipoint access Access in which more than one terminal is supported by a single network termination.
multipoint circuit A circuit that interconnects three or more separate points.
multipoint configuration A network configuration where there are more than two access points. [T1.620-1991]
multipoint connection A connection with more than two endpoints. [T1.629-1999]
multipoint control unit (MCU) A multiport device, by means of which two or more audiovisual terminals may intercommunicate in a conference call.
multipoint distribution service: (MDS) 1. A one-way domestic public radio service rendered on microwave frequencies from a fixed station transmitting (usually in an omnidirectional pattern) to…
multipoint grounding system Equipment bonded together and also bonded to the facility grounding system at the point nearest the equipment.
multipoint link A data communications link that interconnects three or more terminals.
multiport repeater In digital networking, an active device, having multiple input/output (I/O) ports, in which a signal introduced at the input of any port appears at the…