RJ-11
A standard 2-conductor modular connector, commonly used in North Amer-
ica for connecting telephones.
RJ-45
A standard 8-conductor modular connector, commonly used on Ethernet
cable. An RJ-45 connector looks like a wide RJ-11 (telephone) connector.
Splitter
A small box with three cable connectors: one input and two outputs. You
may need a splitter if you have a TV already connected to the cable outlet
that you want to use for your Telephony Modem. You can buy a splitter from
any electronics retailer and most discount stores.
Switched outlet
A power outlet that may be turned on and off using a wall switch. Usually
intended for lamps. Avoid plugging your computer or Telephony Modem into
a switched outlet to avoid disruptions.
TCP/IP
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. The protocols used to facil-
itate communications across one or more connected networks.
TDMA
Time Division Multiple Access. A method used by DOCSIS-compliant cable
modems for sending upstream data with minimal interference.
Upstream
The path from a subscriber device to the headend. Some older cable docu-
mentation may refer to this as the return path or reverse path.
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