The acronym DDoS stands for Distributed Denial of Service, a type of cyberattack aimed at overwhelming a target's resources, thereby impairing its availability. DDoS attacks typically involve multiple compromised systems that flood the target with traffic, rendering services inaccessible. Such attacks can disrupt business operations, damage reputations, and incur high costs for recovery and mitigation. Awareness and preparation against DDoS threats are crucial for maintaining service integrity and ensuring operational continuity.