SMC Networks TigerSwitch 10/100 SMC6724L2, Management Manual

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LOSSARY
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Port Mirroring
A method whereby data on a target port is mirrored to a monitor
port for troubleshooting with a logic analyzer or RMON probe.
This allows data on the target port to be studied unobstructively.
Port Trunk
Defines a network link aggregation and trunking method which
specifies how to create a single high-speed logical link that
combines several lower-speed physical links.
Remote Monitoring (RMON)
RMON provides comprehensive network monitoring capabilities. It
eliminates the polling required in standard SNMP, and can set
alarms on a variety of traffic conditions, including specific error
types.
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
The application protocol in the Internet suite of protocols which
offers network management services.
Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
A technology that checks your network for any loops. A loop can
often occur in complicated or backup linked network systems.
Spanning Tree detects and directs data along the shortest available
path, maximizing the performance and efficiency of the network.
Telnet
Defines a remote communication facility for interfacing to a
terminal device over TCP/IP.
Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP)
A TCP/IP protocol commonly used for software downloads.