Term:Workstation

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Contents 1 DoD 8580.02-R 2 DSS Glossary 3 GAO-09-232G 4 NIST SP 800-82 Final Draft

DoD 8580.02-R

Workstation - An electronic computing device (e.g., a laptop or a desktop computer), or any other device that performs similar functions, and electronic media stored in its immediate environment. DL1.55.

DSS Glossary

Workstation - High-performance, microprocessor-based platform that uses specialized software applicable to the work environment.

GAO-09-232G

Workstation - A microcomputer or terminal connected to a network. Workstation can also refer to a powerful, stand-alone computer that has considerable calculating or graphics capability.

NIST SP 800-82 Final Draft

Workstation - A computer used for tasks such as programming, engineering, and design. [Falco, Joe, et al., IT Security for Industrial Control Systems, NIST IR 6859, 2003, http://www.isd.mel.nist.gov/documents/falco/ITSecurityProcess.pdf.]