Network Management Strategies for the CIO
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local area network (LAN)
A local area network (LAN) is a group of computers and associated devices that share a common communications line or wireless link. Typically, connected devices share the resources of a single processor or server within a small geographic area. Definition
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network access server (NAS)
A network access server (NAS) is a computer server that enables an independent service provider (ISP) to provide connected customers with Internet access. Definition
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null modem
A null modem cable allows you to connect your PC to another nearby PC or serial device using its modem protocol. Definition
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virtual network computing (VNC)
Virtual network computing (VNC) is a type of remote-control software that makes it possible to control another computer over a network connection... Definition
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terminal emulation
Terminal emulation is the ability to make one computer terminal, typically a PC, appear to look like another, usually older type of terminal so that a user can access programs originally written to communicate with the other terminal type. Definition
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network tracking tool (network device management program)
A network tracking tool, also called a network device management program, is a program that helps a network administrator keep track of moves, additions, and changes (known as MACs) to the hardware infrastructure of a network. Definition
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Telnet
What is Telnet? Telnet is a user command and an underlying TCP/IP protocol for accessing remote computers. Definition
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terminal
In data communications, a terminal is any device that terminates one end (sender or receiver) of a communicated signal. Definition
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thin client (lean client)
A thin client, sometimes called a lean client, is a low-cost, centrally-managed computer devoid of CD-ROM players, diskette drives, and expansion slots... (Continued) Definition
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home server
A home server is a computer that functions as a server in a client-server home network. Definition