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A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damaging files or computers on
the network.
Gateway
A central device that manages the data traffic of the network, as well as data traffic to and from the
Internet.
IP (Internet Protocol) Address
A series of four numbers separated by periods identifying a unique Internet computer host.
ISP Gateway Address
An IP address for the Internet router. This address is only required when using a cable or DSL modem.
ISP (Internet Service Provider)
A business that allows individuals or businesses to connect to the Internet.
LAN (Local Area Network)
A group of computers and devices connected together in a relatively small area (such as a house or an
office). A home network is considered a LAN.
MAC (Media Access Control) Address
The unique hardware address of a device connected to a network.
NAT (Network Address Translation)
A method allowing all of the computers on a home network to use one IP address, enabling access to the
Internet from any computer on the home network without having to purchase more IP addresses from the
ISP.
PC Card
An adapter that inserts in the PCMCIA slot of a computer, enabling the communication with a device.
113 Appendix e Glossary
PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM)
Methods of secure data transmission.
Router
A central device that manages the data traffic of the network.
Subnet Mask
A set of four numbers configured like an
IP
address used to create
IP
address numbers used only within a
particular network.
SSID
See “ESSID.”
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet.
WAN (Wide Area Network)
A network that connects computers located in separate areas, (i.e., different buildings, cities, countries).
The Internet is a WAN.