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October 2001 Glossary
IP address
Internet Protocol address. An identifier for a computer or device on a TCP/IP
network. Networks use the TCP/IP protocol to route messages based on the IP
address of the destination. The format of an IP address is a 32-bit numeric
address written as four numbers separated by periods. Each number can be
0–255. For example, 1.160.10.240 could be an IP address.
IPX
Internetwork Packet Exchange. A networking protocol used by the Novell
NetWare operating systems.
ISA
See Industry Standard Architecture.
ISDN
See integrated services digital network.
J jumper
A metal bridge that closes an electrical circuit. Typically, a jumper consists of a
plastic plug that fits over a pair of protruding pins. Jumpers are sometimes used
to configure expansion boards. By placing a jumper plug over a different set of
pins, you can change a board’s parameters.
K Kbyte
See kilobyte.
kilobyte
1024 bytes. Roughly the amount of information in half a typewritten page.
L LAN
See local area network.
LCD
Liquid crystal display. An alphanumeric display using liquid crystal sealed
between two pieces of glass.