Compaq CP-2E manual Glossary

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Glossary

IP Address. The 32-bit numeric address that identifies a computer or device on a TCP/IP network. An IP address is written as four numbers separated by periods. For example, 1.160.10.240 could be an IP address.

IPX (internetwork packet exchange). A networking protocol used for connectionless communications.

Kbps (kilobits per second). A measure of bandwidth capacity or transmission speed representing a thousand bits per second.

Kilobit. 1,024 bits for technical purposes, such as data storage. 1,000 for general purposes. Data transfer rates are measured in kilobits per second, abbreviated as Kbps, and count a kilo as 1,000 bits.

Kilobytes. In decimal systems, kilo stands for 1,000, but in binary systems, a kilo is 1,024 (2 to the 10th power). Technically, therefore, a kilobyte is 1,024 bytes, but it is often used loosely as a synonym for 1,000 bytes. In computer literature, kilobyte is usually abbreviated as K or KB. To distinguish between a decimal K (1,000) and a binary K (1,024), the IEEE has suggested following the convention of using a small k for a decimal kilo and a capital K for a binary kilo, but this convention is by no means strictly followed.

LAN (local area network). A data communications network covering a small area, usually within the confines of a building or floors within a building. Common LAN protocols are Ethernet and Token Ring.

LED (light-emitting diode). An electronic device that lights up when electricity is passed through it.

Line sharing. Allows a consumer to use his or her existing phone line for both normal phone service provided by the local phone company and high-speed digital subscriber line (DSL) Internet access through another provider.

MAC (media access control) Address. A unique hardware address that identifies each node of a network.

Mbps (megabits per second). A measure of bandwidth capacity or transmission speed. It represents a million bits per second.

MBps (megabytes per second). A measure of bandwidth capacity or transmission speed. It represents a million bytes per second.

Megabit. When used to describe data storage, 1,024 kilobits. When used to describe data transfer rates, it refers to one million bits. Network speeds are often measured in megabits per second.

Megabyte. When used to describe data storage, 1,048,576 bytes. Megabyte is frequently abbreviated as M or MB. When used to describe data transfer rates, as in MBps, it refers to one million bytes.

Microsoft Windows®. A computer operating system by Microsoft Corporation,

Modem (MOdulator/DEModulator). Equipment that converts digital signals to analog signals and vice versa. Modems are used to send data signals (digital) over the telephone network, which is usually analog.

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Contents Compaq iPAQ Page Page Contents Connection Point CP-2E Home System Recovery Page Introduction Share a Single High-Speed Internet ConnectionEthernet Networking Security and Advanced ManagementIntroduction What Else Do I Need? Whats in Front? Description SignificanceWhats in Back? Description FunctionInstallation and Configuration InstallationConnecting to the Internet Connecting to Your PCPowering Up Client PC ConfigurationConfiguring Windows 98 and ME Clients Installation and Configuration Click the Obtain an IP address automatically radio button Using the Installation Wizard Setting Up Connection Point CP-2EChoosing the Internet Connection Method Dynamic Internet IP Configuring Dynamic Internet IP Static Internet IPConfiguring Static Internet IP PPPoEConfiguring PPPoE Timezone Setup Administrator Password Settings Confirming Successful Setup Installing the Firmware Update Utility Registering the Connection Point CP-2E Ethernet PCs Adding PCs To Your NetworkAdding Ethernet PCs Windows XP Configuration Configuring the ClientAdding PCs To Your Network Adding PCs To Your Network Windows 2000 Configuration Adding PCs To Your Network Adding PCs To Your Network Windows NT4.0 Configuration Adding PCs To Your Network Page Connection Point CP-2E Home Home Page Information BarQuick Setup Icon Management IconsSystem Info Icon General InformationLAN Status Internet Status Network Information Event Log Firmware Update Icon Help/Troubleshooting IconRenew Internet IP Icon Page System Settings Advanced Setup IconsPassword Resetting to Factory Default Advanced Setup Icons Timezone Setup InternetChanging the Subnet MAC Spoofing Click Network Computer ListDMZ Designating a DMZ HostVirtual Server Adding a Virtual Server Packet Filtering Enabling Packet Filtering Adding an IP Rule Adding Port Rules Dhcp Changing Dhcp Server Settings Reserved IP TableAdding a Reserved IP Address Excluded IP Addresses Adding an Excluded IP Address Bootpip Table Adding a Bootp IP AddressAdvanced Setup Icons Static Routing Table Adding a Static RouteAdvanced Setup Icons Smtp Advanced Setup Icons System Recovery Using the Firmware Update UtilityRestore Factory Defaults Troubleshooting SolutionCannot Network cables Icon. Then, Renew Internet IP \\computername or \\PC IP Modifications Regulatory ComplianceCables Regulatory Compliance Appendix a Specifications NAT NTP SmtpPage Appendix B MAC Address Manual Identification For Windows XPFor Windows 98 and ME PCs Accessing Security Configuration Options For Windows 2000 PCsPage Glossary IPAQ Connection Point CP-2E User Guide Glossary Glossary Glossary
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