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DNS Lookup tool
A utility that converts domain names into the corresponding IP address and retrieves par-
ticular information from the target domain
Domain Name System
A database used by TCP/IP networks that enables the translation of hostnames into IP
numbers and to provide other domain related information.
E
Enumerate computers tool
A utility that identifies domains and workgroups on a network.
Enumerate users tools
A tools which enables you to retrieve users and user information from your domain/work-
group.
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
An open text standard used to define data formats. GFI LanGuard uses this standard to
import or export scanned saved results and configuration.
F
File Transfer Protocol
A protocol used to transfer files between network computers.
FTP
A protocol used to transfer files between network computers.
G
GFI EndPointSecurity
A security solution developed by GFI that helps organizations to maintain data integrity by
preventing unauthorized access and transfers from removable devices.
GPO
An Active Directory centralized management and configuration system that controls what
users can and cannot do on a computer network.
Group Policy Object (GPO)
An Active Directory centralized management and configuration system that controls what
users can and cannot do on a computer network.
I
ICMP pings
The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) is one of the core protocols of the Internet Pro-
tocol Suite. It is used by the operating systems of networked computers to send error