N Flashcards
NAC
Network Access Control
A technology primarily used for local access control
that may involve MAC addresses and 802.1x.
NAS
Network-attached Storage
File oriented storage of computer information across the
network on a central device that may be using multiple
storage media.
NAT
Network Address Translation
This is commonly implemented by firewalls and is used
to remap address space on the inside to one or several
addresses on the outside edge.
NDA
Non-disclosure Agreement
A legally binding agreement, compelling parties to not
reveal information to others.
NFC
Near Field Communication
This is a short range wireless technology, commonly
used for payment systems and person-to-person data
exchanges.
NFV
Network Function Virtualization
An architectural concept that utilizes virtual machines
and virtual infrastructures to connect and manage
networks.
NGFW
Next-generation Firewall
Considered a third-generation technology, this type of
firewall implements multiple security measures, such as
filtering, VPN, social media monitoring and more to
provide protection.
NG-SWG
Next-generation Secure Web Gateway
A cloud-based defensive measure designed to protect
users from web-based threats and to provide
enforcement of corporate policies.
NIC
Network Interface Card
The layer 2 device that physically connects a system to
a network.
NIDS
Network-based Intrusion Detection System
The technology used to scan, packet data for threats and
exploits.
NIPS
Network-based Intrusion Prevention System
A technology that identifies and stops attacks by
inspecting network information.
NIST
National Institute of
Standards & Technology
A government group that publishes recommendations
and standards, many related to IT security.
NOC
Network Operations Center
IT network management, monitoring and control are
performed here.
NOP
No operation
A common element in memory corruption attacks.
NTFS
New Technology File System
The file system used by Windows that incorporates
multilevel security.
