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IP address
An identifier for a computer or device on an Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) network. Networks that use
the TCP/IP protocol route messages that are based on the IP address of the destination. See IPv4 and
IPv6.
IPL
Initial program load.
IPSec (IP Security)
A set of protocols for securing IPv6 network communications by authentication and encryption.
IP Stack
A TCP/IP protocol stack that manages static IP addresses.
IPv4
A network layer protocol for packet-switched networks. IPv4 supports 2
addresses.
IPv6
A network layer protocol for packet-switched networks. It is the designated successor of IPv4
for general use on the Internet. The main improvement of IPv6 is the increase in the number of
addresses available for networked devices, allowing, for example, each mobile phone and mobile
electronic device to have its own unique address.
ISV
Independent software vendor.
ITDT
IBM Tape Diagnostic tool.
ITST
Idle-time self-test.
K
Kerberos
Kerberos Authentication is a standard (RFC 1510) third-party authentication protocol that provides
end-to-end security for distributed computing environments.
Key Path Diagnostics (KPD)
Key Path Diagnostics is a test tool that provides details to troubleshoot Encryption communication
issues.
kilogram (kg)
1000 grams (approximately 2.2 pounds).
km
kilometer. 1000 Meters, Approximately 5/8 mile.
KMIP
Key Management Interoperability Protocol.
L
LAN
Local area network. A computer network within a limited area.
LCB
Library Control Blade.
LCD
See liquid crystal display.
LDAP
Lightweight Directory Access Protocol. This protocol allows the library to use login and password
information that is stored on a server to grant access to the library functions.
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