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SNMP (Simple Network Management
Protocol: An application layer protocol
that outlines the formal structure for
communication among network devices.
Static IP Address: A permanent IP
address is assigned to a node in a TCP/IP
network. Also known as global IP.
STP (Shielded Twisted Pair): Twisted Pair
cable wrapped in a metal sheath to provide
extra protection from external interfering
signals.
Subnet Mask: An eight-byte address
divided into 4 parts separated by periods.
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/
Internet Protocol: Protocol used by
computers when communicating across
the Internet or Intranet.
TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol):
An encryption method replacing WEP.
TKIP uses random IV and frequent key
exchanges.
Topology: The shape of a LAN (Local Area
Network) or other communications system.
Twisted Pair: Cable that comprises 2
or more pair of insulated wires twisted
together.
UDP (User Datagram Protocol): A
communication method (protocol)
that offers a limited amount of service
when messages are exchanged between
computers in a network. UDP is used as
an alternative to TCP/IP.
Uplink: Link to the next level up in a
communication hierarchy.
UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) cable:
Two or more unshielded wires twisted
together to form a cable.
WAN (Wide Area Network): A networking
system covering a wide geographical area.
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