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IP [Internet Protocol]
One of the communication protocols. Used commonly for the Internet.
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IP address
Address to recognize network devices when conducting IP communication (IP network).
Indicated with four numbers (0 to 255) divided by periods (ex. 192.168.1.1).
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ISDN [Integrated Services Digital Network]
Integrated digital communication network.
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LAN [Local Area Network]
Computer network connecting multiple PCs in the same floor or the same building by
cables.
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Limitation user
The user who cannot change a setting of the system of Windows. Administrator privilege is
needed to perform installation of application or a driver.
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Modem
Device which enables communication from PC via telephone line.
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OBEX [Object Exchange]
One of the international standards for data communication. Data can be sent and received
between devices such as mobile phone, PC, digital camera and printer supporting OBEX.
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OS [Operating System]
Software which manages the overall computer functions. Ex. Windows XP, Windows 2000
Professional, Windows Me and Windows 98.
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PCMCIA driver [Personal Computer Memory Card International Association driver]
Device driver conforming to PCMCIA's PC Card Standard. There are three types of PC card
depending on its thickness; Type I, Type II and Type III.
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Port
The interface connector which connects the PC to peripherals such as printer.
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Property
Attributes and settings that Windows' files and icons have. Can be viewed or edited by right-
clicking such icons.
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Protocol
Communication regulation for sending and receiving data between computers.
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Provider
Dealers providing services to connect to the Internet. In general, we sign up with a provider
to use the Internet.
