User's Manual

Wireless LAN Access Point User’s Guide
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ISP Internet Service Provider. An organization that provides access to the Internet.
Small ISPs provide service via modem and ISDN while the larger ones also offer
private line hookups (T1, fractional T1, etc.).
LAN Local Area Network. A communications network that serves users within a
defined geographical area. The benefits include the sharing of Internet access,
files, and equipment, such as printers and storage devices. Special network
cabling (10BaseT) is often used to connect the PCs together.
MAC Address Media Access Code Address. A unique, 48-bit number assigned to network
interface cards by the manufacturer. MAC addresses are used for mapping in
TCP/IP network communication.
NAT Network Address Translation. The translation of an Internet Protocol address (IP
address) used within one network to a different IP address known within another
network. One network is designated the internal network and the other is the
external. The internal network then appears as one entity to the outside world.
PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. This Association
develops standards for PC cards, formerly known as PCMCIA cards. These cards
are available in three types, and are about the same length and width as credit
cards. However, the different cards range in thickness from 3.3 mm (Type I) to
5.0 mm (Type II) to 10.5 mm (Type III). These cards can be used for various
functions, including memory storage, landline modems, and wireless modems.
PS Power Save Mode. This mode is recommended for devices where power
consumption is a major concern, such as battery-powered devices.
Radio Frequency RF, Terms: GHz, MHz, Hz —The international unit for measuring frequency is
Hertz (Hz), equivalent to the older unit of cycles per second. One megahertz