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TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent.

Telnet - A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs.

TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that uses UDP and has no directory or password capability.

Throughput - The amount of data moved successfully from one node to another in a given time period. Topology - The physical layout of a network.

TX Rate - Transmission Rate.

UDP (User Datagram Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement from the recipient of the data that is sent.

Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version.

Upload - To transmit a file over a network.

URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet.

VPN (Virtual Private Network) - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one network and goes to another over the Internet.

WAN (Wide Area Network) - The Internet.

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A method of encrypting data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security.

WINIPCFG - A Windows 98 and Millennium utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.

WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with each other wirelessly.

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Contents Wireless- G How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Infrastructure Network Ad-Hoc Network10 RADIUS-TTLS Introduction What’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Planning Your Wireless Network Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeNetwork Topology Network Layout Ad-Hoc NetworkGettingtoKnowtheWireless-GEthernetBridge LANFront Panel Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Setup Connect the PowerSetting Up the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge WelcomeList of Bridges Wireless Settings Security Settings-WEP 10 Confirmation Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Network Use Placement OptionsConnection to a Network Device Wall Mount OptionVertical Placement Stand OptionUsing the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility OverviewStarting the Web-based Utility Setup WirelessSite Survey WEP WEPWPA Pre-Shared Key Radius MD5TLS RADIUS-TLSTtls 10 RADIUS-TTLSAdvanced Settings 11 Password TabMAC Address LAN Settings Wireless SettingsStatus LAN StatisticsHelp 14 Help TabAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFrequently Asked Questions Web-based Utility won’t openWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is ISM band? Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareAppendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Appendix F Specifications Warranty Year Limited Storage TempOperating Humidity Storage HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementIndustry Canada Canada EC Declaration of Conformity EuropeSafety Notices FranceAppendix I Contact Information