Double-click the Network icon in the Internet Network section of the dialog box. The

Glossary resource Any item or component that can be shared with other computers on the network, including files, drives, folders, printers, CD-ROM drives, Zip drives, and tape drives, among others. Reverse Address Resolution Protocol See RARP. RF See radio frequency. rights Characteristics given by a user or administrator on the network to prevent or allow access to files on the network. Common rights include all, execute, read-only, write, and so on. ring topology A networking layout in which computers are connected by a closed loop, or ring. The ring topology uses a hub to redirect network packets. RJ-11 A four-wire connector used to join a telephone line to a wall plate or a communication peripheral, such as a modem. RJ-45 An eight-wire connector used to join twisted-pair networking cable. ROM read-only memory A chip that permanently stores data, also called firmware. router A network device that connects two or more network segments; a router then can choose the best way for network packets to travel the network to arrive quickly and efficiently at their destination. RS-232 A serial connection port on a PC, used for connecting a mouse, printer, modem, or other device. RS-232 cable This cable transmits data at about a 20 Kbps. A serial cable generally used for connecting a computer to a peripheral device, the RS-232 has a maximum cable limit of 15 meters, or about 50 feet. Used for Direct Cable Connection in Windows. See also Direct Cable Connection. RS-485 RS-485 is a serial connection port that enables you to connect from 10 to 32 devices. Samba A freeware software program that enables clients to access and use files with any operating system that uses SMBCIFS. Users can use files, print, and share other resources. Samba is normally used on Linux computers, although Windows and Macintosh can also use Samba. scheduling software A server application that organizes and manages the calendar while users fill in their meetings, to-do lists, appointments, and so on. Any user can access the scheduling program at any time to view anyone’s appointments, with permissions. script files Mini-programs that automate logging in to another network, such as a remote net- work or the Internet. Generally included in a script file is the username and password. When you dial up another computer on a network, the script enters your username and password, so you don’t have to type them. SCSI Small Computer System Interface A standard high-speed parallel interface used to connect the microprocessor to peripheral devices, such as drives and printers, or to connect computers together or to a LAN. SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SDRAM is currently the standard memory type. SDRAM supports burst access modes. Secure Sockets Layer See SSL.