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warm site

A backup site that has some of the equipment and infrastructure necessary for a business to begin operating at that location. Typically, companies or organizations bring their own computer systems and hardware to a warm site, but that site usually already includes a ready-to-use networking infrastructure and also might include reliable power, climate controls, lighting, and Internet access points.

Web Application Framework (WAF)

A software-development framework for dynamic data-driven web applications and services.

wet-pipe fire suppression

A sprinkler system with pressurized water in its pipes. If a fire starts, the pipes release water immediately and offer the fastest and most effective means of water-based fire suppression.

whole disk encryption