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Backbone

A backbone consists of many different networks connecting with each other to deliver service across a large area.

Backups

Backups are copies of all data on servers used to recover data in case of loss or corruption. Most web hosting companies perform full or partial backups on a regular basis.

Bandwidth

The amount of data downloadable from a web server over a certain period of time. This amount is usually measured in GB (gigabytes) per month and most web servers have a maximum limit.

Browser

A web browser is a software application that allows a user to view and interact with content contained within web pages. Some of the most popular web browsers include Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Opera, and Microsoft Internet Explorer.