Planet Networking & Communication WRT-414 User Manual page 90

transferring large files or uploading the HTML pages for a Web site to the Web server.
Gateway
Gateways are computers that convert protocols enabling different networks, applications, and operating
systems to exchange information.
Host Name
The name given to a computer or client station that acts as a source for information on the network.
HTTP
HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) is the communications protocol used to connect to servers on the
World Wide Web. HTTP establishes a connection with a Web server and transmits HTML pages to client
browser (for example Windows IE). HTTP addresses all begin with the prefix 'http://' prefix (for example,
http://www.yahoo.com).
ICMP
ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) is a TCP/IP protocol used to send error and control messages
over the LAN (for example, it is used by the router to notify a message sender that the destination node is
not available).
IP
IP (Internet Protocol) is the protocol in the TCP/IP communications protocol suite that contains a network
address and allows messages to be routed to a different network or subnet. However, IP does not ensure
delivery of a complete message—TCP provides the function of ensuring delivery.
IP Address
The IP (Internet Protocol) address refers to the address of a computer attached to a TCP/IP network.
Every client and server station must have a unique IP address. Clients are assigned either a permanent
address or have one dynamically assigned to them via DHCP. IP addresses are written as four sets of
numbers separated by periods (for example, 211.23.181.189).
ISP
An ISP is an organization providing Internet access service via modems, ISDN (Integrated Services
Digital Network), and private lines.
LAN
LANs (Local Area Networks) are networks that serve users within specific geographical areas, such as in
a company building. LANs are comprised of servers, workstations, a network operating system, and
communications links such as the router.
MAC Address
A MAC address is a unique serial number burned into hardware adapters, giving the adapter a unique
identification.
Metric
A number that indicates how long a packet takes to get to its destination.
MTU
MTU (Maximum Transmission/Transfer Unit) is the largest packet size that can be sent over a network.
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