Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual
Ethernet Network
A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs.
Firewall
A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag- ing files or computers on the network.
Gateway
A central device that manages the data traffic of the network, as well as data traf- fic to and from the Internet.
IP (Internet Protocol) Address
A series of four numbers separated by periods identifying a unique Internet computer host.
ISP Gateway Address
An IP address for the Internet router. This address is only required when using a cable or DSL modem.
ISP (Internet Service Provider)
A business that allows individuals or businesses to connect to the Internet.
LAN (Local Area Network)
A group of computers and devices connected together in a relatively small area (such as a house or an office). A home network is considered a LAN.
MAC (Media Access Control) Address
The unique hardware address of a device connected to a network.
NAT (Network Address Translation)
A method allowing all of the computers on a home network to use one IP address, enabling access to the Internet from any computer on the home net- work without having to purchase more IP addresses from the ISP.
PC Card
An adapter that inserts in the PCMCIA slot of a computer, enabling the commu- nication with a device.