GLOSSARY
IEEE 802.3
Defines carrier sense multiple access with collision detection (CSMA/CD) access method and physical layer specifications.
IEEE 802.3u
Defines CSMA/CD access method and physical layer specifications for
IEEE 802.3ab
Defines CSMA/CD access method and physical layer specifications for
Local Area Network (LAN)
A group of interconnected computer and support devices.
LAN Segment
Separate LAN or collision domain.
LED
Light emitting diode used for monitoring a device or network condition.
Media Access Control (MAC)
A portion of the networking protocol that governs access to the transmission medium, facilitating the exchange of data between network nodes.
MII
Media Independent Interface, the standard interface for Fast