CWDS Glossary
The CWDS Glossary includes a List of Acronyms and defined terms captured from various models, reports, and other artifacts pertaining to the Child Welfare System – California Automated Response and Engagement System (CWS-CARES) Project. The Glossary standardizes terms used across the various project disciplines; each term is defined with its meaning specific to the project domain.
The State may update the CWDS Glossary at any time. Any questions please contact CWDS Communications.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Internet Protocol (IP)
The network layer communications protocol in the Internet protocol suite for relaying datagrams across network boundaries.
Internetwork Operating System (Cisco®) (IOS)
A family of network operating systems used on many Cisco Systems routers and current Cisco network switches
Interoperability
The seamless implementation and integration of the various components of each module and across all Digital Services that together form the CWS-CARES.
Intersex
A person who has both male and female sex organs or other sexual characteristics at birth.
Intrusion Detection System (IDS)
A device or software application that monitors a network or systems for malicious activity or policy violations.
Intrusion Protection System (IPS)
Network security appliances that monitor network and/or system activities for malicious activity. Also known as intrusion detection and prevention systems,
Investigation
The process that Child Welfare and Licensing, Certification and Approval workers utilize to collect information related to allegations against the facility, home, or associated individual or adult. This information may be obtained through in-person contacts with the child, family, and collateral contacts with individuals who may have information about events related to allegations in a referral, incident, or complaint.
Investigations Branch
Separate investigative units comprised of trained peace officer investigators are assigned to the most serious complaint allegations. Investigators are located in offices statewide and provide services to all CCLD programs.
Investigator
A licensing worker with peace officer status who investigates the most serious complaint allegations made against a licensee or foster parent, and a county worker who investigates complaints against a foster parent.
Iteration
See Sprint