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IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.

IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.

IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.

LAN - The computers and networking products that make up your local network.

MAC (Media Access Control) Address - The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device.

Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) - One million bits per second; a unit of measurement for data transmission.

NAT (Network Address Translation) - NAT technology translates IP addresses of a local area network to a different IP address for the Internet.

Network - A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between users.

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.

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

Appendix E: Glossary

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Contents GHz Word definition Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Front Panel List of Figures10 Creating a Profile Adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC IntroductionWelcome What’s in this User Guide?Introduction What’s in this User Guide? Topology the physical layout of a network Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology RoamingNetwork Layout LED Indicators Getting to Know the Wireless-N Notebook AdapterStarting the Setup Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-N Notebook AdapterSetting up the Adapter Connecting the AdapterPSK PSK2 Personal Needed for Connection Advanced Setup WEP PSK PSK+RADIUS PSK2+RADIUS Radius 22 Confirm New Settings Link Information Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Wireless Network Status screenWireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics Site Information ConnectProfile Information Profiles10 Creating a Profile Create a New Profile12 PSK Needed for Connection 15 Available Wireless Networks 17 Wireless Mode 19 Wireless Security WEP 20 Wireless Security PSK 22 Wireless Security PSK+RADIUS EAP Peap 26 Wireless Security Radius EAP-TLS 28 Confirm New Settings Wireless-N Notebook Adapter does not work properly Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What 802.11b features are supported? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What is WEP? What is ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?What is RADIUS? What is WPA?Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Appendix B Windows XP Wireless Zero ConfigurationFigure B-4 Available Wireless Network Figure B-6 Network Connection Wireless Security Appendix C Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless Security Wireless-N Notebook Adapter TCP/IP Appendix D Windows HelpAppendix E Glossary Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Appendix F Specifications Storage Humidity Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-N Notebook Adapter Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Appendix I Contact Information
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