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1.2 LAN Standards and Terminology
The LANs commonly referred to as Ethernet LANs are defined by two standards, the Ethernet version 2.0 standard (DIX) developed by DEC, Intel, and Xerox, and the ISO
Since the Ethernet Port physical layer has a structure that conforms to the ISO
The networking terminology used in this document is the terminology used in the ISO
Table 1.1 Networking Terminology Correspondences
DIX Standard | ISO |
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Ethernet | 10BASE5 |
Cheapernet | 10BASE2 |
Coaxial cable | Coaxial cable |
Transceiver cable | AUI (attachment unit interface) cable |
Transceiver | MAU (medium attachment unit) |
Ethernet address | MAC address |
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Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox, Corporation.
Cheapernet is not a registered trademark, but rather is a common name.
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