Gigaset SX763 Manual page 175

SX763 WLAN dsl offers
networks.
Ethernet
Ethernet is a network technology for local networks (LANs) defined by the
ard IEEE 802.3. Ethernet uses a base-band cable with a transfer rate of 10 or 100
or 1 Gbps.
File Server
See Server
Firewall
Firewalls are used by network operators as protection against unauthorised external
access. This involves a whole bundle of hardware and software actions and technologies
that monitor and control the data flow between the private network to be protected and
an unprotected network such as the Internet.
See also: NAT
Flat rate
Flat rate is a particular billing system for
vider charges a monthly fee regardless of the duration and number of logins.
FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
FTP is a protocol for exchanging files on the Internet. You can use it, for example, to offer
files for downloading or to receive files from other users.
Full duplex
Data transfer mode in which data can be sent and received at the same time.
See also: Half duplex
Gateway
A gateway is a device for connecting networks with completely different architectures
(addressing, protocols, application interfaces etc.). Although it is not totally correct, the
term is also used as a synonym for Router.
Global IP address
See Public IP address
Half duplex
Operating mode for data transmission. Only one side can send and/or receive data at
the same time.
See also: Full duplex
HTTP proxy
An HTTP proxy is a Server
requests are sent via the proxy.
WEP encryption and
Internet
that network components use for their
WPA for secure data transfer over wireless
connections. The
Glossary
IEEE as stand-
Mbps
Internet service pro-
Internet traffic. All
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