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Chapter 8 - Glossary
packet Data transmitted on a network consists of units called
packets. Each packet contains a payload (the data), plus
overhead information such as where it came from (source
address) and where it should go (destination address).
ping Packet Internet (or Inter-Network) Groper
A program used to verify whether the host associated with
an IP address is online. It can also be used to reveal the IP
address for a given domain name.
port A physical access point to a device such as a computer or
router, through which data flows into and out of the device.
protocol A set of rules governing the transmission of data. In
order for a data transmission to work, both ends of the
connection have to follow the rules of the protocol.
remote In a physically separate location. For example, an
employee away on travel who logs in to the company’s
intranet is a remote user.
RJ-45 Registered Jack Standard-45
The 8-pin plug used in transmitting data over phone lines.
Ethernet cabling usually uses this type of connector.
RMON Remote Monitoring
Extensions to SNMP, provide comprehensive network
monitoring capabilities.
routing Forwarding data between your network and the Internet
on the most efficient route, based on the data’s destination
IP address and current network conditions. A device that
performs routing is called a router.
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol
The TCP/IP protocol used for network management.