DHCP is a protocol used to dynamically assign IP addresses to devices on a network as requested. With dynamic addressing, a device is assigned the next available IP address from the address pool every time it connects to the network. DHCP client support is built into all Windows operating systems, from Windows 95 on.
Dynamic IP
The term used to describe how IP address is dynamically assigned to computers as and when needed. Unlike Static IP addresses, the IP address is temporary, and it changes every time you connect to your ISP.
Dynamic Routing
Dynamic routing uses a routing protocol to exchange routing information with neighbouring routers on the network. It calculates routing tables based on a given metric, such as least number of hops or shortest path. It can respond to changes in the status or traffic on the network,
Ethernet
A network communication system developed and standardized by DEC, Intel, and Xerox, using baseband transmission, CSMA/CD access, logical bus topology, and coaxial cable. The successor IEEE 802.3 standard provides for integration into the OSI model and extends the physical layer and media with repeaters and implementations that operate on fiber, thin coax, and
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
A protocol commonly used to transfer files across the Internet.
Filter
When using G.lite ADSL, a
Firewall
A firewall is designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network.
Firmware
System software stored in a device's memory that controls the device
FXS
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