GLOSSARY
Ethernet
A network communication system developed and standardized by DEC, Intel, and Xerox, using baseband transmission, CSMA/CD access, logical bus topology, and coaxial cable. The successor IEEE 802.3 standard provides for integration into the OSI model and extends the physical layer and media with repeaters and implementations that operate on fiber, thin coax and
Fast Ethernet
A 100 Mbps network communication system based on Ethernet and the CSMA/CD access method.
Full Duplex
Transmission method that allows two network devices to transmit and receive concurrently, effectively doubling the bandwidth of that link.
ITU
International Telecommunication Union
ITU-T
Telecommunication Standardization Section of ITU
LAN Segment
Separate LAN or collision domain.
Layer 2
Data Link layer in the ISO
LED
Light emitting diode used for monitoring a device or network condition.
