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network must conform to IP addressing rules. In
smaller LANs, most people will allow the DHCP
function of a router or gateway to assign the IP
addresses on internal networks.
IP address
IP address is a 32-binary digit number that identifies
each sender or receiver of information that is sent in
packets across the Internet. For example 80.80.80.69
is an IP address. When you “call” that number, using
any connection methods, you get connected to the
computer that “owns” that IP address.
ISP
ISP (Internet Service Provider)
is a company that
maintains a network that is linked to the Internet by
way of a dedicated communication line.
An ISP offers
the use of its dedicated communication lines to
companies or individuals who can’t afford the high
monthly cost for a direct connection.
J
JAVA
Java is a programming language that is specially
designed for writing programs that can be safely
downloaded to your computer through the Internet
without the fear of viruses. It is an object-oriented
multi-thread programming best for creating applets
and applications for the Internet, Intranet and other
complex, distributed network.
L
LAN
Local Area Network a computer network that spans a
relatively small area sharing common resources. Most
LANs are confined to a single building or group of
buildings.