Dell X50 owner manual Glossary

Glossary

802 . 11 (W I - F I ) — A wireless technology standard for mid-range networking devices that allows for enabled devices to automatically recognize each other.

B L U E T O O T H ® WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY — A wireless technology standard for short-range (10 m [30 ft]) networking devices that allows for enabled devices to automatically recognize each other.

C O M P A C T F L A S H C A R D — A removable card that is used to expand the capabilities of a device. Common types of CompactFlash cards include memory and wireless cards.

C R A D L E — A device that allows your handheld device to synchronize with a computer, recharge its battery, and run on AC power.

DHCP — dynamic host configuration protocol — A communication protocol that allows network administrators to manage and automate the assignment of Internet Protocol addresses to computers in a network.

IMAP — Internet message access protocol — A standard client/server protocol that allows you to access your e-mail from a server. Using IMAP, you can store and browse your e-mail on the server.

I N F R A R E D S E N S O R — A port that allows you to transfer data between the computer and infrared-compatible devices without using a cable connection.

ISP — Internet service provider — A company that allows you to access its host server to connect directly to the Internet, send and receive e-mail, and access websites. The ISP typically provides you with a software package, username, and access phone numbers for a fee.

LAN — local area network — A computer network covering a small area. A LAN usually is confined to a building or a few nearby buildings. A LAN can be connected to another LAN over any distance via telephone lines and radio waves to form a wide area network (WAN).

PIM — personal information manager — A program that stores and organizes your personal information, such as Calendar, Contacts, Messaging, and Tasks.

POP3 — post office protocol 3 — A standard client/server protocol that allows you to access your e-mail from a server. Using POP3, you must download your e-mail to your local system to view and browse your messages.

RAM — random-access memory — The primary temporary storage area for program instructions and data. Any information stored in RAM is lost when you perform a reset.

RAS — remote access server — A type of server that allows users to access a network from a remote location.

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