The SCATA Jargon Buster is a compilation of many of the confusing terms and acronyms used in Health Informatics. It was compiled from various sources and is maintained by the SCATA membership.
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Term or Acronym | Definition | Explanation |
W3C |
World Wide Web Consortium | The organisation that develops interoperable web technologies. See www.w3.org |
WAN |
Wide Area Network | A private or semi-private computer network confined to a wider area than a LAN but not the internet. The NHS’ private network, NHS net, could be regarded as an example. |
WeBNF |
| The web-enabled BNF. |
Worm |
| A variety of a computer a virus that ‘worms’ its way into a system and causes havoc. |