Glossary

Rekey Interval

The rekey interval is the period after which new keys are automatically generated for data encryption with WPA-PSK.

Remote Management

Remote Management refers to the ability to manage a network from a network component that is actually outside the local area network (LAN).

Repeater

A repeater extends the range of a wireless local area network by relaying data from the Access Point to additional PCs or Network adapters.

Roaming

Roaming extends the range of a wireless LAN by using several Access Points that use the same SSID and the same radio channel and are linked via Ethernet. The PCs in the network can switch dynamically between several Access Points without losing the existing network connection.

Router

A router directs data packets from one local area network (LAN) to another via the fastest route. A router makes it possible to connect networks that have different network technologies. For example, it can link a local network with Ethernet or WLAN technology to the Internet.

See also: Bridge, Switch, Hub, Gateway

Server

A server makes a service available to other network components (Clients). The term "server" is often used to refer to a computer or PC. However it can also mean an application that provides a particular service such as DNS or a Web service.

SIP

Session Initiation Protocol

SIP is a standard for data transfer in Internet telephony (VoIP). It describes how a call is carried over the data network and which components plus which transport and signalling protocols are involved.

SMTP

Simple Mail Transfer Protocol

The SMTP Protocol is part of the TCP/IP protocol family. It governs the exchange of electronic mail on the Internet. Your Internet Provider provides you with access to an SMTP server.

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