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Information Warfare

Information warfare is the strategic use of information—true or false—to influence, disrupt, or manipulate public perception and behavior.

Informed Consent

Informed consent is when individuals agree to procedures or data use after being clearly told about the risks, benefits, and purposes involved.

Infostealer

An infostealer is malware designed to steal sensitive data—like passwords, credit cards, or documents—from infected computers without the user's knowledge.

Infostealer Database

An Infostealer Database is a collection of stolen usernames and passwords, harvested by malware and traded or sold by cybercriminals.

Infostealer Malware

Infostealer malware is malicious software that covertly gathers sensitive information, like passwords and financial data, from infected computers.

Infotainment System

An infotainment system is a vehicle’s digital dashboard that manages entertainment, navigation, connectivity, and sometimes vehicle controls in one interface.

Infrared (IR)

Infrared (IR) is invisible light used in remote controls and security systems for wireless communication and heat detection.

Infrastructure

Infrastructure comprises the physical and organizational systems—like servers, wiring, and cooling—essential for secure and reliable digital operations.

Infrastructure Architect

An Infrastructure Architect designs and manages IT systems, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and reliable to meet an organization’s needs.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) means managing IT resources using code or scripts, making large-scale changes more reliable, efficient, and consistent.