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IP (Internet Protocol).
The standard by which packets of information are transmitted
over the Internet.
IrDA (Infrared Data Association protocol).
An established standard for infrared
communications between computers and other peripherals and devices.
ISP (Internet service provider).
A commercial business that provides Internet access
to individuals or businesses, usually for a fee.
LAN (local area network).
A group of computers, usually in close proximity (either in
the same building or in buildings in close proximity), that are linked together to share files
and exchange data.
Modem.
A communication device that enables a computer to transmit data over
telephone lines.
NIC (network interface card).
A card installed in a computer so that it can be
connected to a network. NICs can provide a dedicated, full-time connection to a network.
Partnership.
An established relationship between your DOT 320 and your desktop PC
for the purpose of synchronizing and transferring data.
PIM (personal information manager).
An application or set of applications that
organizes information such as addresses, appointments, and notes.
POP3 (Post Office Protocol v3).
A protocol that enables a computer to retrieve
messages from a mail server.
PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol).
The default method your DOT 320 uses to
communicate with an ISP or network server.
Proxy server.
A server that sits between a client computer or Web browser and the
Internet. A proxy server provides security by filtering requests and can improve performance
by storing local copies of requested information.
RAM (random access memory).
Volatile memory that can be read and written. Data
stored in RAM is retained only while power is maintained.
Remote connection.
A connection between your DOT 320 and a remote computer or
server.
Reset.
The process of restarting your DOT 320 and reinitializing the operating system.
Performing a reset erases any unsaved data in open documents, but preserves data that
has been saved.
Restore.
To return your device to the state it was in when data was last backed up. This
involves copying your backup data to your DOT 320.
