Glossary – HP EX475 MediaSmart Server User Manual
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Glossary
This glossary defines terms that are used in the HP MediaSmart Server.
A
all-in-one-gateway A device that provides multiple network features
such as a router, modem, local area network (LAN) switch, firewall, and/or a
wireless access point. Also see
LAN.
anti-virus software Software that checks a hard drive for viruses
(harmful computer code) that may infect a computer.
B
BIOS Basic Input/Output Services—the firmware code run by the HP
MediaSmart Server when first powered on. The BIOS prepares the server for
operation and allows the server software to load, execute, and assume
control of the server. This process is also known as booting up.
Browser window A browser window is used to display web pages
either on a web site or stored locally such as the HP MediaSmart Server’s
User’s Guide.
C
client computers A client computer is a computer that accesses the HP
MediaSmart Server by the home network. This term also applies to computers
using remote access to the server.
D
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol—the protocol used to assign IP
addresses to network devices, such as computers. DHCP automatically
assigns IP addresses to network devices; the assigned address can change
over time. Also see
IP address,
Protocol,
and
Static IP Address.
digital rights management Technology built into digital media, such
as music and movies, that allows companies in charge of their copyrights to
decide how and where media can be used.
DMR Digital Media Receiver (DMR), Digital Media Adapter (DMA), Digital
Media Player (DMP)—a consumer electronic device that communicates with