Night Owl H5 NVR SERIES, User Manual

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69 Chapter 9:
Glossary
Chapter 9:
Glossary
DDNS: Dynamic Domain Naming System. Method for automatically updating
hostnames, address, or other information like a URL on a given name server.
DHCP:
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A network protocol that allows a
server to automatically assign a device and IP address.
FPS: Frames Per Second.
ISP: Internet Service Provider. An organization that provides services for accessing
or using the Internet.
IP:
Internet Protocol. Protocol for standard communications across the Internet.
NVR:
Network Video Recorder
PoE:
Power over Ethernet. Run power and video over the same RJ-45 cable.
PPPOE:
Point-to-Point Protocol Over Ethernet. Specifications needed to connect
multiple addresses on a local network to a remote site.
SSL: Secure Sockets Layer. Provides a secure connection between web browsers
and websites.
SMTP:
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol. Standards used for email transmission.
UPS:
Uninterrupted Power Supply. Device used to keep the NVR and cameras
powered when the main power supply is lost or disconnected.