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CHAPTER 9: Glossary
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VPN (virtual private network)
A virtual, secured network over a public or unsecure network
(such as the Internet) where the alternative–a dedicated physical
network–is either prohibitively expensive or impossible to
create. Companies with branch offices commonly use VPNs to
connect multiple locations.
WAN (wide area network)
A computer network that spans a relatively large geographical
area. Typically, a WAN consists of two or more local area
networks (LANs).
WatchGuard installation directory
The directory into which the WatchGuard Firebox System
software is installed by default.
WatchGuard LiveSecurity Service
Part of the WatchGuard Firebox System offering, separate from
the software and the Firebox, which keeps network defenses
current. It includes the broadcast network that transmits alerts,
editorials, threat responses, and software updates via email; a
technical support contract; and a Web site containing information,
archives, online training, and the latest software.
WatchGuard Security Event Processor (WSEP)
A program that controls notification and logging on the log hosts.
It provides critical timing services for the Firebox and includes its
own GUI.
Web browser
Software that interprets and displays documents formatted for the
Internet or an intranet.
Web of Trust
A distributed trust model used by PGP to validate the ownership
of a public key.
Web page
A single HTML-formatted file.
Web site
A collection of Web pages located in the directory tree under a
single home page.
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