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Appendix D: Glossary
The following terms are useful in understanding the Nasuni Edge Appliance (Nasuni Filer).
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Accessible Data
Accessible data includes data already protected in the cloud, as well as data in the cache that is not yet
protected. In general, the volume data in the cache that is not yet protected is less than the total
accessible volume data, unless this volume has not completed any snapshots.
Access Control List (ACL)
An access control list (ACL) is a list of permissions attached to an object. An ACL specifies which users
or system processes are granted access to objects, as well as what operations are allowed on given
objects.
ACL (Access Control List)
See “Access Control List (ACL)” on page 107.
Active Directory (AD)
Microsoft Active Directory (AD) is a directory service for Windows domain networks. It is part of most
Windows Server operating systems. Microsoft Active Directory enables administrators to assign
policies, deploy software, and apply critical updates to an organization. Active Directory stores its
information and settings in a central database.
AD (Active Directory)
See “Active Directory (AD)” on page 107.
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is a specification for the encryption of electronic data. It has
been adopted by the U.S. government and is used worldwide. AES is approved by the National
Security Agency (NSA) for top secret information.
Advanced Message Queuing Protocol (AMQP)
The Advanced Message Queuing Protocol (AMQP) is an open standard for passing business messages
between applications or organizations. It connects systems, feeds business processes with the
information they need, and reliably transmits onward the instructions that achieve their goals.
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