MIRROR SITE
\mˈɪɹə sˈa͡ɪt], \mˈɪɹə sˈaɪt], \m_ˈɪ_ɹ_ə s_ˈaɪ_t]\
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Duplication of a primary data site. Intent is to constantly contain the same, exact information as the primary site. Processing load distribution over a increase in available resources speeds up transmission. A second location improves use proximity to data access. Greater safety as well as improved widespread data access results.
By Henry Campbell Black
Word of the day
Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.