Application service provider (ASP)

An application that requires special attention to security due to the risk and magnitude of the harm resulting from the loss, misuse, or unauthorized access to, or modification of, the information in the application. A breach in a major application might comprise many individual application programs and hardware, software, and telecommunications components. Major applications can be either major software applications or a combination of hardware/software where the only purpose of the system is to support a specific missionrelated function.
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A cloud computing concept that can provide not just on-demand operating solutions but complete outsourcing of IT infrastructure.
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The delegation of specific work to a third party for a specified length of time, cost, and level of service.
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Either a Web site that has multiple servers or an ISP that provides Web site outsourcing services using multiple servers.
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A formal document that describes in detail logical requirements for a proposed system and invites outsourcing organizations (vendors) to submit bids for its development.
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