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Media streaming sends media—music, photos, and video files—from the HP Pocket Playlist to other
devices that can play the media. HP Pocket Playlist allows media to stream to a Digital Media
Adapter (DMA), or to mobile devices.
router
A device connected to your computer that joins two or more networks. For example, a router
connects your local network to the internet.
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
A set of communications protocols used to transmit data over networks. TCP provides for the
establishment of connections and exchanges streams of data. IP specifies the format of the data.
UPnP A/V Streaming
A set of network protocols that allow networked devices to communicate in a home network. Supports
streaming of unprotected media files. Files purchased from an online store are likely protected by a
Digital Rights Management system that may prevent streaming.
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)
Provides compatibility among networking equipment, software, and peripheral devices. UPnP works
with wired and wireless networks, on any operating system, to minimize network configuration. UPnP
is the protocol used by media streaming.
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)
A technology that allows for increased security with wireless networks.
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