Network Attached Storage. A dedicated file server that provides storage over a network.

Paying a company to store your website’s files and data on a server so it’s accessible 24/7.

Properly powers down the computer, saving data and closing programs first.

Combining multiple drives to improve performance and/or fault tolerance. Several types exist.

A powerful computer that stores websites and apps, “serves them up” to client devices upon request.

A low-power state that quickly resumes where you left off. Ideal for taking breaks.

A small, portable SSD that plugs into a USB port. Great for moving files between PCs.

A unique string of numbers that identifies each device on a network. Like a virtual return address.

Saves your system state to disk and shuts down. Uses zero power but, is slower to resume.

A permanent ID number assigned to a device’s network card when it’s manufactured.