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Encryption Key (Network Key)
Data encryption key used to encrypt message text and for computing message integrity checks. Data
encryption protects data from unauthorized viewing.
This device uses the same encryption key to encode and decode the data, and the identical encryption key
is required between the sender and receiver.
ESD
Electrostatic Discharge. The sudden discharge of electricity from a static charge which has built-up
slowly. Example: the shock you get from a doorknob on a dry day or the sparks you get from brushing hair
on a dry day.
FCC
Federal Communication Commission.
GB
Gigabyte. One billion bytes.
Hard drive
A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where the platter is very stiff.
HDMI
High-Definition Multimedia Interface. Used to connect the notebook to a compatible TV. HDMI is a
single-cable solution that carries high-definition audio and video.
I/O
Input/Output. Data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form.
I/O Port
The connector and associated control circuits for data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic
form.
IDE
Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control interface for a hard drive which is inside the hard drive
unit.