espaço de ar, entreferro, distância de ar
1. A space or distance filled with air between two objects, surfaces, or electrical conductors
The air-gap between the transformer coils must be precisely measured.
O entreferro entre as bobinas do transformador deve ser medido com precisão.
2. In cybersecurity, a network that is isolated from unsecured networks, such as the internet
The company maintains an air-gap between its critical systems and the public internet.
A empresa mantém um isolamento de ar entre seus sistemas críticos e a internet pública.
3. A physical separation or space between two connected components in machinery or electronics
The motor requires a specific air-gap to operate efficiently.
O motor requer um entreferro específico para funcionar eficientemente.
The term 'air-gap' has become increasingly important in Brazilian and Portuguese IT security discussions, particularly regarding critical infrastructure protection. In electrical engineering contexts, 'entreferro' is the preferred technical term across Portuguese-speaking countries. The concept gained prominence in cybersecurity discussions following major data breaches, making air-gapped networks a standard security practice in both Brazilian and American organizations.
Related Idioms & Phrases
bridge the air-gap - to close the distance or establish connection between isolated systems
maintain an air-gap - to keep systems or networks physically or logically separated
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