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Glossary of Terms
Layer:
In networks, layers refer to software protocol levels comprising the architecture, with each layer
performing functions for the layers above it.
Line Speed:
Expresse
hardware d in bps, the maximum rate at which data can reliably be transmitted over a line using given
.
Local Network Interconnect (LNI):
ultiplier, or concentrator supporting multiple active devices or communications controllers,
ink:
MAU:
Unit, a device used to convert signals from one Ethernet medium to another.
Mbps:
r second.
nt Information Base, a database of network parameters used by SNMP and CMIP (Common
nt Information Protocol) to monitor and change network device settings. It provides a
Media Independent Interface, New standard developed for Fast Ethernet in IEEE 802.3u specification.
The Fast Ethernet equivalent to the AUI in 10 Mbps Ethernet, allowing different types of Fast Ethernet
via a common interface.
cables to a faceplate, as for a telephone.
n a center-mounted one.
A Port M
either used standalone or attached to standard Ethernet cable.
Logical L
A temporary connection between source and destination nodes, or between two processes on the same
node.
Medium Attachment
Megabits pe
MIB:
Manageme
Manageme
logical naming of all information resources on the network that are pertinent to the network's
management.
MII:
media to be connected to a Fast Ethernet device
MJ:
Modular Jack. A jack used for connecting voice
MMJ:
Modified Modular Jack. These are the 6-pin connectors used to connect serial terminal lines to
terminal devices. MMJs can be distinguished from the similar RJ12 jacks by having a side-locking tab,
rather tha
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