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detrimental

causing harm or damage; harmful

outage

A period when a service (like electricity, internet, or water) is unavailable or stopped.

downtime

A period when a system, machine, or service is not working or available; it can also refer to personal time for rest and relaxation.

subsequent

Coming after something in time; following.

baseline

A starting point or standard used for comparison; the minimum level or initial condition in a process, measurement, or situation.

reinforce

To strengthen or support something, making it more effective or durable.

retrieve

To get something back or recover it.

meantime

The period of time between two events; meanwhile.

supervisor

A person who oversees and directs the work or tasks of others.

reveal

To make something known or visible that was hidden or secret.

exemplar

A person or thing that serves as a perfect example or model to be copied.

assessment

The process of evaluating or judging something, often to measure skills, performance, or understanding.

pose

To assume a particular position, especially for a photo or painting.

precaution

Something done in advance to prevent harm or danger; a careful action taken to reduce risk.

spoof

In technology, pretending to be someone or something else (like fake emails or websites) to trick people — this is called spoofing.

impersonate

To pretend to be another person, often by copying their voice, behavior, or appearance — usually for entertainment, deception, or fraud.

implement

A tool or instrument used for a specific purpose.

promiscuous mode

where a device (like a network card) accepts all packets it receives, not just those addressed to it — useful for packet sniffing or monitoring.

denial

The refusal to accept or acknowledge something as true or real.

harden

To become or make something firm, tough, or less sensitive.

patch

A piece of software designed to update, fix, or improve a computer program or system.

accompany

To go along with or happen at the same time as something else.

vendor

A person or company that sells goods or services.

disposal

The act of getting rid of something, especially waste or unwanted items.

undergo

To experience or be subjected to something, especially a process or change.

tedious

Boring, repetitive, or too slow—causing weariness or frustration due to length or dullness.

pristine

In its original, clean, untouched, or perfect condition; unspoiled or pure.

constrain

To limit, restrict, or force someone or something to follow a particular course of action.

prevention

The act of stopping something from happening or arising, especially something harmful.

ounce

A unit of weight equal to 1/16 of a pound (about 28.35 grams).

pane

A single sheet of glass in a window or door.

incrementally

In small amounts or gradual steps, especially when referring to progress or change.

sophisticated

Highly developed, complex, or advanced (often referring to systems, technology, or methods).

awry

Off the expected or correct course; not working out as planned; wrong or askew.

escalate

To increase or intensify in seriousness, level, or magnitude—often referring to conflicts, costs, or situations.

oversight

A mistake caused by forgetting or failing to notice something.

inline

Positioned or arranged in a straight line or within the flow of something else.

aggregate

A total or sum made up of several parts.

eliminate

To completely remove or get rid of something, often to solve a problem or avoid risk.

distinction

A difference or contrast between similar things or people.

distinguished

Recognized for excellence or outstanding achievements.

lock up

When a program or device becomes unresponsive or freezes.

convenient

Fitting well with someone's needs, schedule, or comfort; easy to use or access.

on-demand

Available whenever requested, rather than at a scheduled time—often used for services, media, or technology.

consideration

Careful thought, especially before making a decision.

ease

The absence of difficulty or effort; comfort or simplicity.

necesitate

To make something necessary; to require something as essential or unavoidable.