DDNS
- Dynamic Domain Name System ~ A method of automatically linking back to your
Dynamic IP address using an Internet address that does not change
DHCP
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol ~ A method use by Servers and Routers to
assign dynamic IP addresses to your equipment each time you connect.
Dynamic IP
- An IP address that can change and is assigned by a server at your ISP each
time you connect.
FTP
- File Transfer Protocol ~ A protocol used to transfer files over the Internet.
IP
- Internet Protocol ~ Part of the control method for transferring data across Networks
and the Internet.
NTP
- Network Time Protocol ~ The method used by devices connected to the Internet to
update their built in clocks.
POP3
- Post Office Protocol Version 3 ~ The most common method of retrieving mail from
your ISPs server.
PPPoE
- Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet ~ The usual method of connecting to ADSL
Broadband, works like a Dial Up connection. May be handled by your PC, a Router or an
ADSL modem.
SMTP
- Simple Mail Transfer Protocol ~ The method used by most ISPs to transfer
outbound mail via the Internet.
Static IP
- An IP address permanently assigned to your Network or Internet connection.
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