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ping (packet Internet groper)
A utility for determining whether a specific IP address is
accessible. It works by sending a packet to the specified address
and waiting for a reply.
PKCS
See Public Key Crypto Standards.
PKI
See Public Key Infrastructure.
plain text
Characters in a human-readable form prior to or after encryption.
Also called clear text.
PLIP (Parallel Line Internet Protocol)
A protocol for exchanging IP packets over a parallel cable.
Plug and Play
A standard in the personal computer market that assures the user
that the product is as simple to install as possible.
Policy Manager
One component in the WatchGuard Firebox System that provides
a user interface for modifying and uploading a Firebox
configuration file.
pop-up window
A window that suddenly appears (pops up) when an option is
selected with a mouse or a function key is pressed.
port
A channel for transferring electronic information between a
computer and a network, peripherals, or another computer.
port address translation
See dynamic NAT.
portal
A Web site that serves as a gateway to the World Wide Web and
typically offers a search engine or links to other pages.
port forwarding
In the WatchGuard Firebox System, an option in which the
Firebox redirects IP packets to a specific masqueraded host