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P2P (Peer-to-Peer) is a decentralized communication model where devices communicate directly with each other without relying on a central server, commonly used in file-sharing and network applications.
PaaS (Platform as a Service) is a cloud computing model that provides hardware and software tools for developers to build, run, and manage applications without managing the underlying infrastructure.
PABX (Private Automatic Branch Exchange) is a type of telephone switchboard used by businesses to manage internal and external calls, routing them automatically without manual intervention.
A Packet is a small unit of data transmitted over a network, containing the sender’s and receiver’s information along with the data being sent.
Packet Loss occurs when data packets fail to reach their destination during transmission, resulting in slower network performance, delays, or interruptions in communication.
Packet Switching is a method of data transmission where information is broken into packets and sent over a network, then reassembled at the destination, making networks more efficient and flexible.