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Glossary

This page defines some of the important terms used in the Acquia Edge interface. 

TermDefinition

Content Delivery Network (CDN)

A system of distributed servers that work together to deliver web content to users based on their geographic location.

DNS (Domain Name System) Setup

Configuration related to the hierarchical and decentralized naming system that translates domain names to IP addresses.

DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) Attacks

Attempts to make an online service unavailable by overwhelming it with traffic from multiple sources.

Web Application Firewall (WAF)

A security solution that filters, monitors, and blocks HTTP traffic to protect web applications from security threats.

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)

A standard security protocol that establishes a secure connection between the web server and the browser.

TXT Record

A type of Domain Name System (DNS) record used to associate text with a domain.

DNS Propagation

The time it takes for DNS changes to be updated and recognized across the internet.

Certificate Authorities (CAs)

Trusted entities that issue digital certificates verifying the identity of websites.

SSL Certificates

Digital certificates that authenticate the identity of a website and enable secure data transmission.

Hostname

A label assigned to a device connected to a computer network, used to identify the device.

CNAME Record

A type of DNS record that maps an alias hostname to the true domain name (canonical name).

User Roles

Designated roles with specific permissions and access levels for individuals interacting with a product.

User Permissions

The specific actions and operations that users are allowed to perform within a product.

User Authentication

The process of verifying the identity of users who access a product through authentication mechanisms.

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

An additional layer of security requiring users to provide multiple forms of identification before accessing a product.

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