User's Manual

Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n Device 23
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Access Point (AP) A hardware device (possibly a PC) that can act as a
communication hub for wireless devices enabling them to
connect to a wired LAN (Local Area Network) or to one another.
ASCII (American
Standard Code for
Information
Interchange)
A code used for encryption that represents letters with numbers.
Broadband Router A device that lets multiple client devices share a single internet
connection (like DSL, Cable modem or T1). Generally Broadband
Routers offer rudimentary network address translations and
firewall features.
Client A device that acquires networking services from another device
like another PC or access point.
DNS Server Domain Name System / Service / Server is a service available on
the internet that translates domain names into IP addresses.
Encryption The most efficient way to achieve data security online.
Encryption is a method of coding data. Generally it is necessary
to provide a secret key or password in order to receive decoded
information when encrypted.
Router A gate or entrance into a network. The ISP connecting a home to
the internet is generally the router in a residence.
HEX A numbering system used in encryption. HEX is a 16 symbol
system consisting of the numbers 0 – 9 and A – F.
IP Address An address that identifies devices on a TCP/IP network (eg;
192.168.0.2).
ISP (Internet Service
Provider)
A company that provides access to the internet.