Definition

1. The meaning of a word. A listing of definitions for computer related terms can be found on the Computer Hope dictionary.  

2. When referring to a computer antivirus scanner a definition is an update to the antivirus scanner that enables it to know how new viruses or other computer malware operates and how to clean them if detected.

• Additional information about updating your virus scanner and its definitions can also be found on document CH000533.

Also see: Acronym, Security definitions, Virus