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  • stackable hub

    A stackable hub is a hub designed to be connected and stacked or positioned on top of another hub, forming an expanding stack.  Definition

  • unicast

    Unicast is communication between a single sender and a single receiver over a network.  Definition

  • hub

    In general, a hub is the central part of a wheel where the spokes come together.  Definition

  • Usenet

    Usenet is a collection of user-submitted notes or messages on various subjects that are posted to servers on a worldwide network.  Definition

  • offline

    Offline is the condition of being capable of but currently not connected to a network of computers or other devices.  Definition

  • online

    Online is the condition of being connected to a network of computers or other devices.  Definition

  • runt

    In networks, a runt is a packet that is too small.  Definition

  • packet

    A packet is the unit of data that is routed between an origin and a destination on the Internet or any other packet-switched network.  Definition

  • networking chip

    A networking chip is a microprocessor that provides the logic for sending and receiving data (including voice and video) on a telecommunications network so that additional devices are not needed for these functions.  Definition

  • internetworking

    Internetworking is a term used by Cisco, BBN, and other providers of network products and services as a comprehensive term for all the concepts, technologies, and generic devices that allow people and their computers to communicate across different k...  Definition

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