The terms listed within this Glossary and Reference represent a varied selection of the terms used in the world of IT, Security, and Business, all of which have some connection with the subject of Information Security - even if only tenuous.

These words, phrases, expressions, acronyms, and abbreviations, are used in everyday conversation, as well as in various reference texts, and may well be encountered in conferences, seminars, broadcast and print media, and other situations.

For many who have had to absorb the additional responsibilities associated with Information Security on top of their normal duties, the Glossary will provide invaluable assistance and understanding a lot of the Information Security related jargon and expressions.