3Com OfficeConnect 3CRWE41196 User Manual page 80

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LOSSARY
TCP/IP
Traffic
WECA
WEP
WiFi
Wireless Client
Wireless LAN Service
Area
Wizard
WLAN
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. This is the name for two
of the most well-known protocols developed for the interconnection of
networks. Originally a UNIX standard, TCP/IP is now supported on almost
all platforms, and is the protocol of the Internet.
TCP relates to the content of the data travelling through a network —
ensuring that the information sent arrives in one piece when it reaches its
destination. IP relates to the address of the end station to which data is
being sent, as well as the address of the destination network.
The movement of data packets on a network.
Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance. An industry group formed to
certify cross vendor interoperability and compatibility of 802.11b wireless
networking products and to promote the standard for enterprise, small
business and home environments. (see also 802.11b, Wi-Fi)
Wired Equivalent Privacy. A shared key encryption mechanism for wireless
networking. Encryption strength is 40/64 bit or 128 bit.
Wireless Fidelity. This is the certification granted by WECA to products
that meet their interoperability criteria. (see also 802.11b, WECA)
The term used to describe a desktop or mobile PC that is wirelessly
connected to your wireless network
Another term for ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier)
A Windows application that automates a procedure such as installation
or configuration.
Wireless Local Area Network. A WLAN is a group of computers and
devices connected together by wireless in a relatively small area (such as a
house or office).