glossary
Like any industry reprographics has its own language. This glossary of terms may help you to understand some of our more technical jargon. Please do not hesitate to contact us if further clarification is required.

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V

Virtual server

A server which is shared by a number of parties. Virtual servers allow the development of entry-level Web sites, without the expense of having to purchase and host a Web server. Star offer a range of virtual server solutions.

Virus

A computer virus is a program created specifically to invade computers and networks and wreak havoc on them. The mischief caused can be very minor, such as causing a funny image or cryptic message to be displayed on your screen, or it can do some serious damage by altering or even destroying files.

VPN

An acronym for Virtual Private Network, VPN refers to a network in which some of the parts are connected using the public Internet, but the data sent across the Internet is encrypted, so the entire network is "virtually" private.

See also Branch VPN; Mobile VPN; Tunneling



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