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(1) The Berkeley UNIX mechanism for creating a virtual connection between processes.
(2) IBM term for software interfaces that allow two UNIX application programs to talk via TCP/IP protocols.
Spanning-Tree Bridge Protocol (STP)
Spanning-Tree Bridge Protocol (STP) - Part of an IEEE standard. A mechanism for detecting and preventing loops from occurring in
a multi-bridged environment. When three or more LAN's segments are connected via bridges, a loop can occur. Because a bridge
forwards all packets that are not recognized as being local, some packets can circulate for long periods of time, eventually degrading
system performance. This algorithm ensures only one path connects any pair of stations, selecting one bridge as the 'root' bridge,
with the highest priority one as identifier, from which all paths should radiate.
Spoofing
A method of fooling network end stations into believing that keep alive signals have come from and returned to the host. Polls are
received and returned locally at either end
Static IP Addresses
A static IP address is an IP address permanently assigned to computer in a TCP/IP network. Static IP addresses are usually
assigned to networked devices that are consistently accessed by multiple users, such as Server PCs, or printers. If you are using
your Router to share your cable or DSL Internet connection, contact your ISP to see if they have assigned your home a static IP
address. You will need that address during your Router's configuration.
Subnet
For routing purposes, IP networks can be divided into logical subnets by using a subnet mask. Values below those of the mask are
valid addresses on the subnet.