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LOSSARY
ILMI
Interim Local Management Interface. ATM Forum-defined interim
specifications for network management functions between a piece of ATM
data terminal equipment (DTE) and an ATM switch over the user-to-network
interface (UNI). Based on a limited subset of SNMP capabilities.
in-band
management
Network management performed using the same network normally used
for data transmission. See also
out-of-band management
.
interoperability
The ability of computer equipment from one vendor to communicate and
exchange information with equipment from other vendors.
IP address
Internet Protocol address. A unique identifier for a machine attached to a
network that is made up of two or more interconnected local area or wide
area networks.
IP fragmentation
The process of breaking up larger IP frames on one network to a size
compatible with the network to which they will be forwarded.
ISO
International Standards Organization. A multinational organization that sets
computer, communication, and other standards. The ISO defined the OSI
seven-layer reference model for computer communications.
LAN
Local area network. A data communications network spanning a limited
geographical area, such as a single building or campus. It provides
communication between computers and peripheral devices. LANs are
distinguished by their small geographical size, high data rate, and low error
rate.
LANE
LAN emulation. Set of ATM Forum-developed specifications for the
operation of LAN-to-LAN bridged connectivity over an ATM network.
LCD
Liquid crystal display. Display device consisting of a liquid crystal
hermetically sealed between two glass planes. LCDs have low power
requirements. The LANplex system control panel uses an LCD.
LEC
LAN emulated client. The entity in end-stations, or clients, that performs
data forwarding, address resolution, and other control functions.
LECS
LAN emulation configuration server. The LECS assigns individual LECs to
different Emulated LANs.
Summary of Contents for LANPLEX 2500
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Page 18: ...1 4 CHAPTER 1 LANPLEX MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OVERVIEW...
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