Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smb
abbreviation
S-M-B
Definition
SMB stands for ‘Server Message Block,’ a network protocol used for sharing access to files, printers, and other network resources.
Examples
- Many companies use SMB to enable file sharing among computers on the same network.
- In Windows environments, SMB is the default network protocol for sharing files and printers.
- The implementation of SMB 3.0 brought significant improvements in speed and security.
Meaning
The term is primarily used in networking contexts, particularly in computer file sharing and network communications.
Synonyms
- SMB protocol
- Server Message Block protocol
- Common Internet File System (CIFS)
