Buffalo WLI2-PCI-G54S User Manual page 28

10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.3 based
Ethernet network that uses UTP (Un-
shielded twisted pair) cable and a star
topology. 10 is 10 Mbps and 100 is
100 Mbps.
802.1x: The standard for wireless LAN
authentication used between an AP
and a client. 802.1x with EAP will ini-
tiate key handling.
Ad-Hoc Network: The wireless network
based on a peer-to-peer communica-
tions session. Also referred to as
AdHoc.
Bandwidth: The transmission capac-
ity of a computer or a communication
channel, stated in Megabits per sec-
ond (Mbps).
BSS (Basic Service Set): An 802.11 net-
working framework that includes an
Access Point.
Bus Mastering: A system in which the
specified Input/Output device (e.g. NIC
Card) can perform tasks without the
intervention of the CPU.
Client: A PC or workstation on a net-
work.
Cross-Over Wiring: A UTP cable that has
its transmit and receive pair crossed
to allow communications between two
devices.
DCE (Data Communications Equipment):
Hardware used for communication
with a Data Terminal Equipment (DTE)
device.
Default Gateway: The IP Address of
either the nearest router or server for
the LAN.
Default Parameter: Parameter set by the
manufacturer.
Destination Address: The address por-
tion of a packet that identifies the
intended recipient station.
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