Host Name; Mac Address - VTech Vonage IP 8100-2 Manual

Glossary
Firmware
Firmware refers to the operating code or program that tells the IP 8100-2/8100-3
what to do and how to do it.

Host Name

The name given to a computer or client station that acts as a source for informa-
tion on the network.
HTTP
HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer 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:// (for example, http://www.
somedomainname.com).
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 ad-
dress. 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, 192.168.15.1).
ISP
An ISP (Internet Service Provider) is an organization providing Internet access
service via modems, ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network), private lines
or other means.
LAN
LANs (Local Area Networks) are networks that serve users within specific geo-
graphical areas, such as your home or in a company building. LANs consist of a
group of computers and related devices that share a common communication link.
A LAN allows you to share data and resources among the devices on the LAN.

MAC Address

A MAC address is a unique serial number for hardware adapters, giving the
adapter a unique identification.
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