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 network (LAN).

Repeater

A repeater extends the range of a wireless local 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 network (LAN) to another via the fastest route. A router makes it possible to connect networks that have different network tech- nologies. 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.

SIP proxy server

The SIP proxy server sets up the connection to the Internet for Internet telephony (VoIP) for all connected SIP clients.

SIP client

A SIP client enables Internet telephony (VoIP). It can be installed as software on a PC and thereby enable Internet telephony via the local network in wireless or wired mode. Wireless SIP phones (WLAN handsets) can likewise be used via the local network for Internet telephony.

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