About Computer Networking: Confused by Gadget Jargon?

Computer Networking In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Bradley Mitchell A recent survey in the UK identified ten of the most confusing terms in consumer electronics. Some of my personal favorites made the list. "Somniloquy" (see sidebar) didn't, but maybe it will someday. Fortunately, if a word or phrase has to do with computer networks, odds are we have the concise explanations you need.   In the Spotlight Gadget Jargon Still Confuses Many (UK Citizens) I'm not sure that the word "dongle" makes people laugh everywhere in the world, but at least the British seem to agree its one of the most confusing terms in computer networking. See which others made the list.              More Topics What is Somniloquy? Sleep talking PCs What is Windows 7 DirectAccess? Like a VPN, but not Wireless/Networking Glossary Common terms defined Routers vs Hubs vs Switches Basic hardware options Network Topology 101 Intro to Proxy Servers Wireless/Networking Message Board Discuss questions and answers POLL: Do You Use Home Network Storage? Originally a high-end feature only businesses could afford, network storage systems are now also readily available for personal and home use. Our new poll question is now open: Do you use home network storage?   How to Find a MAC Address Methods used to look up a Media Access Control (MAC) address depend on the type of network device involved. All popular operating systems include utility programs that allow you to find and (sometimes) change MAC address settings.     Sponsored Links   Best Moves in a Bad Economy Save & Invest the Right Way Find out how to beat a bear market, make smart choices, and keep your cool even when the economy is unpredictable. Wireless / Networking Ads LAN Network Network Latency Test Network Speed Test Phoenix Networking Seattle Networking Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Cell Phones Internet / Network Security Internet for Beginners Mobile Office Technology Focus on Windows   Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Computer Networking newsletter as networking.world@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=compnetworking&e=networking.world@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.