Linksys WPG54G manual Wireless-G Presentation Player

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Wireless-G Presentation Player

Buffer - A block of memory that temporarily holds data to be worked on later when a device is currently too busy to accept the data.

Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet.

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.

Daisy Chain - A method used to connect devices in a series, one after the other.

Database - A collection of data that is organized so that its contents can easily be accessed, managed, and updated.

DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) - The capability of having a website, FTP, or e-mail server-with a dynamic IP address-use a fixed domain name.

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.

DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be "seen" from the Internet.

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

Domain - A specific name for a network of computers.

Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines.

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.

DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) - A message included in data packets that can increase wireless efficiency.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingMonitor/Projector Connection List of FiguresLinksys Presentation Converter Icon Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Presentation Player Roaming Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Network Layout Back Panel Getting to Know the Presentation PlayerOverview Infrared Sensor Front PanelRemote Control Remote ControlHardware Installation Connecting the Presentation PlayerPower Connection LAN Connection Installing the Stand for Vertical Placement Placement OptionsInstallation Setting up the Presentation PlayerDestination Location Congratulations Setup Tab How to Access the Web-based UtilityNetwork Settings WEP Settings Player Password Administration TabStatus Tab Status TabHelp Tab Help TabControl Utility Using the Control UtilityPresentation Options Browse for your File Remote Display Using the Remote Display Presentation UtilityPresentation List Using a USB Memory Disk to Install Files Using a USB Memory Disk to Install Files Linksys Presentation Converter Icon ConversionConvert your File Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingWireless-G Presentation Player What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is a BSS ID? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Presentation Player Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Upgrade FirmwareTCP/IP Appendix D Windows HelpAppendix E Glossary Wireless-G Presentation Player Wireless-G Presentation Player Wireless-G Presentation Player Wireless-G Presentation Player Wireless-G Presentation Player Appendix F Specifications Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Presentation Player Appendix I Contact Information
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