Glossary of Definitions
DHCP
-
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
is a protocol used by networked
devices (
clients
) to obtain the parameters necessary for operation in an Internet Protocol
network. This protocol reduces system administration workload, allowing devices to be
added to the network with little or no manual configuration.
IP – Internet Protocol
is a protocol used for communicating data across a packet-
switched Internetwork using the Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP).
LAN
–
Local Area Network is
a computer network covering a small physical area, like a home, office, or
small group of buildings, such as a school, or an airport. The defining characteristics of LANs, in contrast
to wide-area networks (WANs), include their usually higher data-transfer rates, smaller geographic range,
and lack of a need for leased telecommunication lines.
LAN IP
–
Local Area Network Internet Protocol
varies depending on the hardware configuration. If the
NexAira router is setup independently, not associated with other routers or other network hardware, the
default settings are preferred. If the NexAira router is setup as part of a larger networking system, please refer
to your system administrator for proper settings.
MAC
- a
Media Access Control address
(
MAC address
) or
Ethernet Hardware Address
(
EHA
),
hardware address
,
adapter address
or
physical address
is a quasi-unique identifier assigned to most
network adapters or network interface cards (NICs) by the manufacturer for identification. If assigned by the
manufacturer, a MAC address usually encodes the manufacturer's registered identification number.
NexAira
–
NexAira 3G/4G Router which provides universal access to keep you connected anywhere on any
network. Check Email, surf web, share music and photo files anytime. The NexAira NexAira 3G/4G
Wireless Router supports 16-bit and 32-bit Type II mobile broadband cards on EVDO and HSDPA
networks. Integrated 802.11 b/g wireless data transfers with speeds up to 54 Mbps and wired data transfers
up to 100 Mbps. Equipped with two Ethernet ports for LAN and WAN access, Type II PC card slot and
USB port for 3G/4G network connections. For ExpressCards, a Universal adapter is available.
NexWare
S M
(
The NexAira in Communications Firmware and Software Management
) – Provides a user
with ease of use with its Industry defining Graphical User Interface (GUI).
PoE
-
Power over Ethernet
technology describes a system to transfer electrical power, along with data, to
remote devices over standard twisted-pair cable in an Ethernet network. This technology is useful for
powering IP telephones, wireless LAN access points, network cameras, remote network switches,
embedded computers, and other appliances where it would be inconvenient, expensive (wiring must often
be done by qualified and/or licensed electricians for legal or insurance reasons) or infeasible to supply power
separately.
QoS
–
Quality of Service
, High QoS of performance or achieved service quality, for example high bit
rate, low latency and low bit error probability.
Setup Wizard
– Useful end user feature for advanced hardware configurations.
UPnP
–
Universal Plug and Play
which allows the router to connect seamlessly and to simplify the
implementation of networks in the home (data sharing, communications, and entertainment) and corporate
environments. UPnP achieves this by defining and publishing UPnP device control protocols built upon
open, Internet-based communication standards.
VPN
–
Virtual Private Network
is a computer network in which some of the links between nodes are
carried by open connections or virtual circuits in some larger network (e.g., the Internet) instead of by
physical wires. The linklayer protocols of the virtual network are said to be tunneled through the larger
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