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Protocol
A formal set of rules and conventions for exchanging data. Different computer types (for example PC, UNIX, or mainframe) can communicate if they support common protocols.
Public IP Address
The IP address assigned by the service provider. A public IP address is visible to devices on the Internet. See also Private IP Address.
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The most common type of connector for household or office phones.
RJ-45
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Roaming
The ability to transfer your wireless session from one AP to another AP seamlessly.
ROM
Router
On IP networks, a device connecting at least two networks, which may or may not be similar. A router is typically located at a gateway between networks. A router operates on OSI network layer 3. It filters packets based on the IP address, examining the source and destination IP addresses to determine the best route on which to forward them.
A router is often included as part of a network switch. A router can also be implemented as software on a computer.
Routing Table
A table listing available routes that is used by a router to determine the best route for a packet.
RTS
Request To Send.
S
Server
In a client/server architecture, a dedicated computer that supplies files or services such as file transfer, remote login, or printing to clients. Also see client.
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