data rate: The speed measured in bits per second that data is transferred over the carrier line.
Default: A
demodulation: The recovery, from a modulated carrier, of a signal.
DHCP server: A server that dynamically allocates network addresses and delivers configuration parameters to hosts.
DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A TCP/IP protocol that enables a network connected to the Internet to automatically assign a temporary IP address to a host when the host connects to the network.
digital signal: A discrete or discontinuous signal where the states are discrete intervals apart, such as +10 volts and
digital: loopback test: A test that connects the device’s receiver output back to the transmitter input. This test will disrupt the transmission of primary data.
DLL: Dynamic Link Library. DLLs are files that are automatically loaded into memory when required.
DMT: Discrete MultiTone. The T1.413 standard modulation scheme for Digital Subscriber Line technology.
DNS: Domain Name Server. A server that retains the addresses and routing information for TCP/IP PAT users.
download: To receive a file over a network (compare with upload).
driver: A software module that provides an interface between a network interface card and the
DSL: Digital Subscriber Line. A family of broadband services provided over a traditional phone line, such as ADSL, SHDSL, and VDSL.
DSP: Digital Signal Processor. The microprocessor that handles line signaling in a modem.
DTE: Data Terminal Equipment. Equipment that transmits or receives data in the form of digital signals.
dynamic detection: A process of a automatic detection of a new device added or removed from the PC.
EOC: Embedded Operations Channel. An
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