Linksys WUSB54GS manual Appendix D Glossary

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Appendix D: Glossary

802.11b - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.

802.11g - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps, an operating frequency of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with 802.11b devices.

Access Point - Device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network. Also used to expand the range of a wireless network.

Adapter - A device that adds network functionality to your PC.

Ad-hoc - A group of wireless devices communicating directly with each other (peer-to-peer) without the use of an access point.

Backbone - The part of a network that connects most of the systems and networks together, and handles the most data.

Bandwidth - The transmission capacity of a given device or network.

Bit - A binary digit.

CSMA/CA (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Avoidance) - A method of data transfer that is used to prevent data loss in a network.

CTS (Clear To Send) - A signal sent by a device to indicate that it is ready to receive data.

Default Gateway - A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network.

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A protocol that lets one device on a local network, known as a DHCP server, assign temporary IP addresses to the other network devices, typically computers.

DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses.

DSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - A type of radio transmission technology that includes a redundant bit pattern to lessen the probability of data lost during transmission. Used in 802.11b networking.

Encryption - Encoding data to prevent it from being read by unauthorized people.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents List of Figures Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen13 Create a New Profile Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Ssid your wireless network’s name Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology RoamingNetwork Layout Planning your Wireless NetworkSetup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Using the USB Network Adapter’s Setup WizardWireless Mode Screen Wireless Security Screen WEP PSK+RADIUS 10 The Check Settings Screen Adapter Software instructions for the computerA USB Port Connecting the USB Network AdapterLink LED IndicatorsUsing the Wireless Network Monitor Icon Using the Wireless Network MonitorLink Information Accessing the Wireless Network MonitorWireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics Site Information Site SurveyProfile Information Profiles13 Create a New Profile Creating a New Profile17 Ad-Hoc Mode Settings for New Profile WEP 18 Wireless Security for New ProfilePSK 20 Wireless Security PSK for New ProfileEAP-TLS PSK + RadiusRadius 23 Wireless Security Radius Using EAP-TLS for New Profile26 Congratulations for New Profile Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingMy computer does not recognize the USB Network Adapter USB Network Adapter does not work properlyWhat is the Ieee 802.11b standard? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is infrastructure mode? What is ad-hoc mode?What is roaming? What is ISM band?What is WEP? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster TCP/IP Appendix C Windows HelpShared Resources Network Neighborhood/My Network PlacesAppendix D Glossary Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Model Appendix E SpecificationsWUSB54GS StandardsOperating Temp FCCStorage Temp Operating HumidityLimited Warranty Appendix F Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix G Regulatory InformationAppendix H Contact Information
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