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GLOSSARY
Glossary
G
Glossary
This glossary contains terms specific to local area networks (LANs) and the use
of the Network adapters.
A
adapter address. The manufacturer’s identification, or the user-defined
identification, of an adapter. The adapter address is sometimes also used
as the default nickname or login name.
B
BOOTP. See BOOTstrap protocol (BOOTP).
BOOTstrap Protocol (BOOTP). A TCP/IP protocol that enables a
workstation to find its IP address.
D
data stream. Print data and control information flowing from a host
system (computer) to the printer, from beginning to end without
interruption.
DLC protocol (Data Link Control). A set of rules used by two nodes on
a data link to accomplish an orderly exchange of information.
E
Ethernet. A network with a bus topology that uses carrier sense multiple
access with collision detection (CSMA/CD). An Ethernet network may be
installed using any of three cabling systems: Ethernet 10BASE-T (using
telephone twisted pair); Ethernet 10BASE2 (using RG-58 coax and also
referred to as Cheapernet or Thinnet); Ethernet 10BASE5 (using AUI
cable).
F
file server. A computer on your network that runs the operating system
software. The software controls the communication among computers
attached to the network and it manages shared resources.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
. A TCP/IP protocol that transfers files
from one computer to another. It is usually implemented in application
programs. This is considered a better way to send files than TFTP (Trivial
File Transfer Protocol) because it uses TCP instead of UDP.
