Glossary of Technical Terminology

Welcome to J&L's Glossary of Technical Terms. This comprehensive resource is designed to elucidate complex industry-specific terminology in a straightforward manner. With this glossary, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the key terms that are essential in the fields of IT, web design, and online marketing.

A

A/B Testing - A/B Testing is a data-driven approach to optimise websites and apps for maximum performance and user satisfaction.

Address Bar

API (Application Programming Interface)

B

Backlink - A backlink is an inbound link from one website to another, serving as a digital endorsement in the realm of SEO.

Bandwidth

BCC (Blind Carbon Copy)

Bookmark

BOT

Bounce/Bounceback

Browser Compatibility - Browser compatibility ensures your website works well on all browsers, crucial for user experience and SEO.

C

Cache

Catchall

CC (Carbon Copy)

Content Creation and Strategy - Content creation and strategy involve developing and organising relevant, valuable content tailored to engage a target audience and achieve specific marketing goals.

Content Mapping - Content mapping is a strategic approach to aligning content with the customer's journey to improve engagement and conversions.

CDN (Content Delivery Network)

Cloud Computing - Cloud computing enables you to access data and software over the internet, making it easier and more cost-effective to manage resources.

CMS (Content Management System) - CMS is software that helps you create, manage, and modify digital content on a website. 

Content Management System (CMS) - A CMS simplifies your website management by offering a platform to create, edit, and organise digital content without needing to code.

Content Calendar - A content calendar organises the planning and publication of digital content across various platforms.

Conversion Rate - Discover key strategies to turn your website visitors into customers with effective conversion rate optimisation.

CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)

CSV (Comma-Separated Values)

CTA (Call To Action)

Customer Journey - The customer journey is a comprehensive overview of a customer's interactions with a brand, from awareness to loyalty, crucial for effective digital marketing.

Cyber Essentials - Cyber Essentials is a government-endorsed certification scheme aimed at helping organisations protect against common cyber threats.

Cybersecurity

D

Data Encryption - Data encryption transforms sensitive information into secure formats, essential for protecting digital communications and maintaining privacy.

Data Migration

Database Driven

DNS (Domain Name System)

Domain Names - A domain name is the unique web address of your website, crucial for establishing your online presence and brand identity.

Dynamic HTML

E

E-commerce - Learn about e-commerce systems, their core components, and how to choose the right one for your online business.

Email Client

Emoticon

Error 400 - Error 400 is an HTTP status code indicating that the server could not understand the request due to malformed syntax.

Error 401 - Error 401 is an HTTP status code that signifies an unauthorized attempt to access a web resource, usually due to incorrect login credentials.

Error 404

Error 500

F

Favicon

Firewall - A firewall is a network security system, guarding your computer or network against unauthorised and malicious traffic, ensuring data protection and security integrity.

Front-End Development

FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

FTP Client

G

H

Host and Hosting - Understand the role of host and hosting in keeping your website operational and how to select the right service for your needs.

HTML (HyperText Markup Language)

HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure)

Hyperlink/URL

I

IMAP

Inbound Marketing

IP Addresses - IP addresses are unique numerical labels for devices on a network, crucial for internet communication and data routing.

J

JavaScript

K

Keyword Optimisation Keyword optimisation is the strategic use of relevant keywords to improve a website's visibility in search engine results, driving qualified traffic and enhancing online presence.

Keyword Research Keyword research is the process of identifying the actual search terms people enter search engines, crucial for creating and optimising blog posts for improved search visibility and organic traffic.

L

Landing Page - A landing page is a dedicated web page for marketing campaigns, designed with a single goal to enhance conversions and improve user experience.

Local SEO - A comprehensive guide to Local SEO, essential for any business aiming to dominate local search results.

M

Mail Server

Metadata

Meta Tag

Mobile Responsiveness

MySQL

N

Navigation

O

Open Source

Organic Search

P

Page Speed

Pay-Per-Click (PPC)

PDF (Portable Document Format)

Phishing

PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor)

Plugin

Q

Query String

QWERTY

R

Responsive Design - Responsive design ensures websites adjust seamlessly across various devices, offering an optimal user experience.

S

SaaS (Software as a Service)

Search Engine Algorithms - earch engine algorithms are complex systems used by search engines to rank web pages based on relevance and quality.

Search Engine - Understand the critical role of search engines in the digital landscape and how to optimise your site for better visibility and success.

Search Ranking - Improve your website's visibility by mastering the fundamentals of search ranking.

Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) - SEO is a crucial digital marketing strategy focused on enhancing online visibility and improving website rankings in search engine results.

Server

Sitemap

Social Media Marketing - A strategic approach to leveraging social platforms for brand building, sales increase, and website traffic enhancement.

SQL (Structured Query Language)

SSL Certificate (Secure Sockets Layer) - An SSL Certificate is a digital certificate that provides authentication for a website and enables an encrypted connection to transmit sensitive data securely.

Subdomain

T

TLS - A Comprehensive Guide to SSL Certificates (Now Known as TLS)

Top Level Domain

Two-Factor Authentication - Two-Factor Authentication is an additional security layer requiring not only a password and username but also a piece of information that only the user possesses, such as a physical token.

U

UI/UX (User Interface/User Experience) - A deep exploration of UI and UX, the core elements defining digital product interactions and user satisfaction.

Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) Systems - UPS Systems provide a battery backup to keep electronic systems running for a short time after a power outage.

URL/URI

V

Vector Graphics

Virtual Private Network (VPN) - A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a secure way to maintain online privacy and protect your data on the internet.

VoIP (Voice over IP)

W

Website Design - Website design involves planning, creating, and maintaining websites, focusing on aesthetics, layout, and user experience.

Website Mockups - Website mockups are detailed visual designs of a website, showcasing the layout, style, and user experience before development begins.

Web Analytics

Web Hosting

Webmail

Website Audit - A website audit provides a thorough analysis of your site's performance, offering insights to optimise search visibility and user experience.

Website Development - Website development involves the technical back-end work that makes a website function efficiently and adapt to user needs.

Website Navigation

X

XML Sitemap

Y

Z

ZIP File