bufferA zone of a specified distance around coverage features. Both constant- and variable-width buffers can be generated for a set of coverage features based…
Buffer OverflowA condition at an interface under which more input can be placed into a buffer or data holding area than the capacity allocated, overwriting other…
Buffer Overflow AttackA method of overloading a predefined amount of space in a buffer, which can potentially overwrite and corrupt data in memory.
BugA problem with computer software or hardware that causes it to malfunction or crash.
buildThe process through which Search compiles an index of the documents in the content source. See also: content source, crawl
build fileThe XML file that contains one or more asant targets. A target is a set of tasks you want to be executed.
build-out delayThe maximum variable transmission and processing delay that is permitted in a wideband network.
building outThe process of adding a combination of inductance, capacitance, and resistance to a cable pair so that its electrical length may be increased by a desired…
built-inA "function" that is predefined in the language. Even when hidden by "overriding", you can always get at a built-in function by qualifying its name with…
built-in AdministratorOn Windows-based computers, a user account that is a member of the computerâs local Administrators group or a member of a group that is a member of…
built-in Administrator accountOn Windows-based computers, a user account that is a member of the computerâs local Administrators group or a member of a group that is a member of…
built-in dispersalregular distribution of records (especially vital records) to additional locations as a method of protection See also dispersal and mirror site.
Built-in Test Equipment (BITE)Any device permanently mounted in the prime equipment and used for the express purpose of testing the prime equipment, either independently or in…
bulk encryptionSimultaneous encryption of all channels of a multichannel telecommunications link.
Bulk FilterThe signal processing rejection of detected signals as not being related to objects of interest.
Bulk submission servicesan ASP that submits many URLs to the search engines on your behalf. For example: SubmitWolf. Search engines don't like these. (see "automated submitting")
bulletin boardA form of electronic messaging in which addressed messages or files are entered by users into a computer or network of computers.
Burn RateThe monthly rate at which a contractors funds are expended during the period of the contract.
Burn-Through RangeThe distance at which specific radar can discern targets through the external interference being received.
BurnoutThe point in time or in the missile trajectory when combustion of fuels in the rocket engine is terminated by other than programmed cutoff.
BurstIn solar-terrestrial terms, a transient enhancement of the solar radio emission, usually associated with an active region or flare.
burst isochronousDeprecated synonym for isochronous burst transmission.
burst switchingIn a packet-switched network, a switching capability in which each network switch extracts routing instructions from an incoming packet header to…
burst transmissionTransmission that combines a very high data signaling rate with very short transmission times. 2.
BURTBug Reporting Tool. The internal system used by Network Appliance for tracking bugs in NetApp products as well as requests for enhancements or new…
BusA parallel circuit that connects the major components of a computer, allowing the transfer of electric impulses from one connected component to any other.
Bus Deployment PhaseThat portion of a missile flight during which multiple warheads are deployed on different paths to different targets (also referred to as the post-boost…
Bush, VannevarWWII scientist who wrote a seminal research paper on the concepts of hypertext and a memory extension device titled As We May Think.
Business and Economic DevelopmentEconomic activities or employment. For example, resources describing labor, revenue, commerce, industry, and specialized incentive areas.
business archivesaccumulated records of a company maintained and preserved for their enduring value to document the history of that company See also archives.
business continuityAn organization's ability to continue to operate in the event of a disaster or disruption See also disaster recovery plan.
Business Continuity Plan (BCP)The documentation of a predetermined set of instructions or procedures that describe how an organizations business functions will be sustained during and…
Business Impact Analysis (BIA)An analysis of an information technology (IT) systems requirements, processes, and interdependencies used to characterize system contingency requirements…
business logicThe code that implements the functionality of an application. In the Enterprise JavaBeans architecture, this logic is implemented by the methods of an…
business methodA method of an enterprise bean that implements the business logic or rules of an application.
Business Recovery ServiceService provided by a vendor to host the backup systems needed to run mission critical applications following a disaster.
Business Recovery-Resumption Plan (BRP)The documentation of a predetermined set of instructions or procedures that describe how business processes will be restored after a significant…
Business.comA well trusted directory of business websites and information. Business.com is also a large pay per click arbitrage player. See also: Business.com
busy hourIn a communications system, the sliding 60-minute period during which occurs the maximum total traffic load in a given 24-hour period.
busy seasonDuring a 1-year cycle, the period of 3 consecutive months having the highest busy hour traffic.
busy signalIn telephony, an audible or visual signal that indicates that no transmission path to the called number is available. Synonym busy tone. 2.
busy testIn telephony, a test made to determine whether certain facilities, such as a subscriber line or a central office trunk, are available for use.
busy verificationIn a public switched telephone network, a network-provided service feature that permits an attendant to verify the busy or idle state of station lines and…
ButtonA white acrylic disk that indicates the (nominal) dealer. Also used to refer to the player on the button. Example: "Oh, the button raised."
button barIn the Notes client, the bar that displays actions as buttons. Actions let users click to accomplish tasks, from mimicking the Notes menus to tasks…
Buying CycleBefore making large purchases consumers typically research what brands and products fit their needs and wants.
bypassA surgical procedure in which the doctor creates a new pathway for the flow of body fluids.
byteEight bits. A byte is a collection of bits used by computers to represent a character (i.e., "a", "1", or "&").
byte (B)A sequence of contiguous bits (usually 8) considered as a unit. Note: In pre-1970 literature, "byte" referred to a variable-length bit string.
bytecodeJava source files are translated by a compiler into bytecodes - the instruction set of the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). Bytecodes are stored in .
C preprocessorThe typical C compiler's first pass, which processes lines beginning with # for conditional compilation and macro definition and does various…
C-bandLoosely, the group of microwave frequencies from 4 GHz to 6 GHz used in satellite communications. 2. The band of satellite downlink frequencies between 3.
C-languageA general-purpose, high-level, structured computer programming language. Note: C-language was originally designed for and implemented on the UNIX™…
C-Message NoiseThe term "C-Message Noise" denotes the frequency weighted average noise within an idle voice channel.
C-message weightingA noise spectral weighting used in a noise power measuring set to measure noise power on a line that is terminated by a 500-type set or similar instrument.
C-Notched NoiseThe term "C-Notched Noise" denotes the C-message frequency weighted noise on a voice channel with a holding tone, which is removed at the measuring end…