Conexant AccessRunner CX82310, User Manual

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Appendix A Glossary
Address mask
A bit mask used to select bits from an Internet address for subnet addressing. The mask is 32 bits long and selects the network
portion of the Internet address and one or more bits of the local portion. Sometimes called subnet mask.
AAL5
ATM Adaptation Layer - This layer maps higher layer user data into ATM cells, making the data suitable for transport through the
ATM network.
ADSL
Asymmetric digital subscriber line
ATM
Asynchronous Transfer Mode - A cell-based data transfer technique in which channel demand determines packet allocation. ATM
offers fast packet technology, real time, demand led switching for efficient use of network resources.
AWG
American Wire Gauge - The measurement of thickness of a wire
Bridge