SANDBOX
Sandbox
In computer security, a sandbox is a security mechanism for separating running programs. It is often used to execute untested code, or untrusted programs from unverified third-parties, suppliers, untrusted users and untrusted websites.The above text is a snippet from Wikipedia: Sandbox (computer security)
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sandbox
Noun
- A children's play area consisting of a box filled with sand.
- A box filled with sand that is shaped to form a mould for metal casting.
- A container for sand or pounce, used historically before blotting paper.
- An isolated area where a program can be executed with a restricted portion of the resources available.
- Running a program in a sandbox can prevent it from doing any damage to the system.
- A page on a wiki where users are free to experiment without destroying or damaging any legitimate content.
Verb
- To restrict (a program, etc.) by placing it in a sandbox.
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