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  • Preboot Execution Environment (PXE)

    The Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) is an industry standard client/server interface that allows networked computers that are not yet loaded with an operating system to be configured and booted remotely by an administrator.  Definition

  • multihomed

    Multihomed describes a computer host that has multiple IP addresses to connected networks.  Definition

  • X terminal

    An X terminal is typically a diskless computer especially designed to provide a low-cost user interface for applications that run in a network X server as part of a distributed X Window System.  Definition

  • modem doubling

    Modem doubling is an inexpensive way for a user who wants a fast Internet connection, but can only connect with an analog telephone line, to use two 56kbps modems to double their bandwidth.  Definition

  • Wake on LAN

    Wake on LAN is a technology that allows a network professional to remotely power on a computer or to wake it up from sleep mode.  Definition

  • How do I set up my network's Internet connection?

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  • virtual network adapter

    A virtual network adapter is a program (instead of a physical network adapter) that allows a computer to connect to a network. A virtual network adapter can also be used to connect all the computers on a local area network (LAN) to a larger network s...  Definition

  • Bridging Windows wirelessly

    Have two groups of PCs in different locations that you need to connect? Many admins don't know that Windows XP offers a bridging feature that can be a useful solution when combined with a couple of wireless cards.  Tip

  • Fixing bugs in Windows XP

    Windows XP bugs can be an annoyance, but if you follow some basic procedures, you can better apply the resources available to you, like patches, hotfixes, the Microsoft Knowledgebase and various Internet sites.  Tip

  • Don't let remote management problems get you down

    This checklist describes some common problems you may encounter with Terminal Services/Remote Desktop and offers suggestions on what to do to solve the issues.  Tip

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