DECODE · MAKE SENSE OF YOUR DIGITAL WORLD
Decode: your glossary for tech, AI & online marketing
No more buzzwords or confusing jargon. Decode explains AI, automation, e-commerce and online marketing. Clear, concise and practical — so you can understand how digital tools fit together.
Decode terms. Understand the connections.
Short answers, clear definitions and useful context. Historical terms remain available and are identified as such.
Button
A button is a control that triggers an action.
Byte
A byte is a unit of data that usually consists of eight bits.
Cache
A cache is temporary storage that keeps previously loaded or calculated data ready for reuse.
CAPTCHA codes
A CAPTCHA is a method for distinguishing people from automated access.
Category
A category groups content or products based on shared characteristics.
Censorship at Google
Censorship at Google is an umbrella term used in discussions about removed or restricted search results.
Certificate
A digital certificate confirms an association between a public key and an identity or domain.
CGI
CGI stands for Common Gateway Interface and describes an interface between a web server and executable programs.
Chain letters
A chain letter is a message that asks recipients to forward it to others.
Chat
A chat is a digital conversation in which messages are exchanged in near real time.
Checkbox
A checkbox is a control used to select or deselect an option.
chmod
chmod is a command for changing file permissions on Unix-like systems.
Class C IP
Class C IP is a term from the former class-based IPv4 addressing system.
Client
A client is a program or device that requests services from a server.
Cloaking
Cloaking means deliberately serving different content to search engines and people in order to deceive.
Connection
A connection enables data exchange between devices or services.
Content syndication
Content syndication is the agreed republication of content on other platforms.
Cookie
A cookie is a small piece of information that a website can store in a browser and retrieve later.
CPC (Cost per Click)
CPC stands for Cost per Click and refers to the cost for each click on an ad.
Crack
A crack is a software modification that, for example, bypasses licence checks or copy protection.
Crawler
A crawler is a program that automatically retrieves content and follows links.
CRM Automation
CRM automation connects customer inquiries, cases and follow-up reminders. Find out which tasks can be supported with rules and AI.
Cross-Linking
Cross-linking refers to links between pages or websites.
Cross-Linking
Cross-linking refers to links between related pages.
CSS
CSS stands for Cascading Style Sheets and describes the styling of HTML content.
CSS Encryption
Here, CSS encryption refers to the Content Scramble System used to protect DVD content.
CTR (Click-Through Rate)
CTR stands for click-through rate and is the proportion of clicks to impressions.
Cursor
A cursor indicates a position or input point in a user interface.
Data Backup
Data backup is the creation and management of backup copies.
DAU
DAU is an IT abbreviation with different meanings.
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