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OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) - Frequency transmission that separates the data stream into a number of lower-speed data streams, which are then transmitted in parallel to prevent information from being lost in transit.

Packet - A unit of data sent over a network.

Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products.

Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online.

POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet.

Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) - A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.

PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A type of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to data transport.

PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) - A VPN protocol that allows the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network. This protocol is also used as a type of broadband connection in Europe.

Preamble - Part of the wireless signal that synchronizes network traffic.

RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) - A protocol that uses an authentication server to control network access.

RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires.

Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection.

Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together.

RTS (Request To Send) - A networking method of coordinating large packets through the RTS Threshold setting.

Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) - The standard e-mail protocol on the Internet.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A widely used network monitoring and control protocol.

Appendix D: Glossary

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Contents Wireless- G Word definition Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Front Panel List of Figures21 EAP-MD5 Authentication Adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC IntroductionWelcome What’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster Topology the physical layout of a network Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology RoamingNetwork Layout Link Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook AdapterLED Indicators PowerSetup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Software Installation and ConfigurationSetup Wizard’s Wireless Mode Screen Installation ProcedurePassphrase or WEP key WEPWPA-PSK Setup Wizard’s Check Settings ScreenSetup Wizard’s Congratulations Screen Connecting the Adapter Hardware InstallationLink Information Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wlan Monitor Wireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics Site Information Site SurveyProfile Information ProfilesCreating a New Profile Creating a New Profile11 Ad-Hoc Mode Settings 12 Netowork Settings 14 WEP Setting for New Profile WPA Radius 15 WPA-PSK Settings17 WPA Radius Settings EAP-TTLS EAP-TLSLeap EAP-MD5EAP-PEAP Radius 24 Radius Settings26 EAP-TTLS Authentication 28 EAP-PEAP Authentication 30 Tkip Settings Wireless-G Notebook Adapter does not work properly Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is WEP? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster TCP/IP Appendix C Windows HelpAppendix D Glossary Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix E Specifications Limited Warranty Appendix F Warranty InformationEC Declaration of Conformity Europe Appendix G Regulatory InformationFCC Statement Industry Canada CanadaFrance Appendix H Contact Information
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