stay connected without being tied down to wired installations. The roaming function automatically changes access points.
Straight-through cable
Bulk cable and connectors used to ensure data transmission.
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol)
TCP/IP is basically a communications protocol. The Transmission Protocol (TCP) functions on top of the Internet Protocol (IP). These protocols were developed to enable communication between different types of computers and computer networks.
TCP/IP generally includes application protocols such asTelnet and FTP.
TCP/IP is the standard Internet protocol.
WDS (Wireless Distribution System)
WDS is applied to the communication between up to six access points.
Web browser
A software application used to navigate the Internet. It provides a graphical user interface (or GUI) so that the user can click menus, icons, or buttons rather than learning difficult computer commands.
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
By setting an encryption key in the AirStation Pro, you can prevent external decryption of packets. Whenever you open communications with an AirStation Pro that has been configured with an encryption key, you must enter the same encryption key in the Client Manager.
Wired LAN and Wireless LAN
Wired LAN: LAN connected by cables.
Wireless LAN: LAN that uses wireless (radio) communication.