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5. Terminology
Terminology Description
Broadband router A device for connecting to the Internet, mainly used in home networks. It combines a DHCP function and a few
Ethernet ports, which makes it possible to easily establish a LAN.
Hub A device that contains multiple Ethernet ports and that can be used to establish a LAN. A hub does not usually
contain DHCP functionality, but such functionality is available if the hub is connected to a router that has DHCP
functionality or a DHCP server.
MAC address A unique identifier assigned to each network communication device. MAC addresses are registered by the manu-
facturer, and it cannot be changed.
IP address An identifier assigned to each device on the network or a LAN. An IP address is like a home address on the net-
work.
IPv/IPv There are two types of IP addresses: IPv and IPv. The term "IP address" usually refers to an IPv address. An
IPv address is referred to as an "IPv address". IPv addresses might not be available depending on the network
environment.
DHCP A protocol that assigns necessary information, such as an IP address, to devices on the network on a temporary
basis. This type of functionality provides reliable and simple network configuration without user intervention. This
function is convenient for users who are not familiar with network configuration.
LAN A network that spans a relatively small area such as a single building. It enables connections between computers,
printers, and other communication devices to interact with each other on the network.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is a standard for the connection between devices that have a wireless LAN. The devices supporting this
standard can be connected using a wireless LAN.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) WPS is a standard for encryption settings for connections between devices that support Wi-Fi. Devices that sup-
port this standard can be connected easily using a wireless LAN with encryption.
PBC A WPS connection method using a push button.
PIN A WPS connection method using a PIN code.
AP An access point.
Ethernet cable A LAN cable cable for establishing a network environment.