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Glossary
DHCP
DNS
EIRP
ESSID
FTP
HTTP
IP
ISP
L2TP
LAN
Layer 2
MAC Address
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Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
This is a protocol for allocating IP addresses dynamically so that addresses can be reused
when hosts (e.g., computers) no longer need them.
Domain Name System
This is a distributed and hierarchical naming system for computers, services, or any
resource connected to the Internet or a private network.
Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power
Each country sets the legally permitted maximum for the EIRP limits on each channel.
Extended Service Set Identifier
This is the name of the wireless network. It is case-sensitive and up to 32 alphanumeric
characters in length. The ESSID differentiates one wireless network from another. All
access points and devices trying to connect to a specific wireless network should use the
same ESSID (and password) to enable effective roaming.
File Transfer Protocol
This is a protocol for transferring files between network nodes.
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
This is a protocol used by web browsers and web servers to transfer files.
Internet Protocol
This is the primary communications protocol used for relaying network packets (also
known as datagrams) across an internetwork using the Internet Protocol Suite. IP is
responsible for routing packets across network boundaries. It is the principle protocol
that establishes the Internet.
Internet Service Provider
Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol
This is a tunneling protocol used to support virtual private networks (VPNs) or as part of
the delivery of services by ISPs. It does not provide any encryption or confidentiality by
itself. Rather, it relies on an encryption protocol that it passes within the tunnel to provide
privacy.
Local Area Network
Data link layer of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
This corresponds to the Link layer of the Internet protocol suite.
Media Access Control Address
This is a globally unique identifier attached to a network adapter. It also identifies the
hardware manufacturer.
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