![](/images/new-backgrounds/1148853/148853341x1.webp)
Appendix D | Glossary |
Gateway
(1)In TCP/IP jargon, a gateway is the same as a router (see Router). (2) A device that converts one
Hops
The number of routers that are located between two devices, such as the print server and the file server.
Host Computer
A computer that provides services to one or more users.
Hosts File
The file on a UNIX host computer (usually in the /etc directory) that contains a list of host computers on the network).
HP/UX
The variation of UNIX that runs on
Hub
(1)A multiport repeater for connecting several network segments together; this term is usually associated with 10baseT networks. (2) A sophisticated network device consisting of a chassis plus several
IEEE
International Electronics and Electrical Engineers is a standards body that controls the specifications for Ethernet and other
IETF
Internet Engineering Task Force is the group that defines the de facto standards for TCP/IP.
I/O Slot
Input/Output slot; in printers, a place where network interface cards are mounted.
IOP
Internal Option Port is the bus used on Lexmark 4039 and Optra Series printers to connect network interface cards.
PocketPro 100S Administrator’s Guide |