ABSTRACT
This chapter introduces terms and concepts that are associated with automated control systems, of which supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) is a part. For those working within the field, one may also encounter terms such as Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Building Automation Controls (BAC) that have become increasingly prevalent not only in industrial and commercial settings but also in the context of smart homes. While these systems were previously thought to be used in limited sectors, they have now become more common based on their function and not their use within limited industries. They have also become increasingly connected to the Internet or home networks through smart appliances and similar technologies. Some of the terms introduced involve information technology (IT)-related security methodologies and what methods would be used to breach security controls and their mechanisms.
