Glossary - Fujitsu LAN Console Installation, Configuration And Operation

Glossary

bootp
Protocol that is used for booting a system remotely.
cluster
A group of systems (nodes) interacting tightly as a system to provide fast,
uninterruptible computer services.
console
A control unit that gives the user direct access to a computer.
DNS
Domain Name Service
MAC
Media Access Control. Hardware address for accessing a device.
NIS
Network Information Service. Central administration of configuration
information in a network. For instance, IP addresses, security details,
mail, Ethernet interface configurations and other network services can
be administered or provided centrally.
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