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LAN
(Local Area Network) A computer network that spans a relatively small area (for example, a
single building). Computers on a LAN can communicate with each other and share
resources such as printers and files.
launchpad
A U3 interface component that acts as a starting point for launching and managing U3 USB
programs.
library
An online storage area for files that you have backed up and published. The Data Backup
library is a Web site on the Internet, accessible to anyone with Internet access.
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MAC address
(Media Access Control address) A unique serial number assigned to a physical device
accessing the network.
man-in-the-middle attack
A method of intercepting and possibly modifying messages between two parties without
either party knowing that their communication link has been breached.
managed network
A home network with two types of members: managed members and unmanaged
members. Managed members allow other computers on the network to monitor their
protection status; unmanaged members do not.
MAPI
(Messaging Application Programming Interface) A Microsoft interface specification that
allows different messaging and workgroup applications (including e-mail, voice mail, and
fax) to work through a single client, such as the Exchange client.
message authentication code (MAC)
A security code used to encrypt messages that are transmitted between computers. The
message is accepted if the computer recognizes the decrypted code as valid.
MSN
(Microsoft Network) A group of Web-based services offered by Microsoft Corporation,
including a search engine, e-mail, instant messaging, and portal.
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network
A collection of Access Points and their associated users, equivalent to an ESS.