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Serial Line Internet Protocol (SLIP)

A standard protocol which is used to run TCP/IP over a serial line. SLIP, however, will not run on a Local Area Network (LAN) connection.

 

server

Any computer that can provide resources to another.

 

service provider (Internet Service Provider)

An organization or company that has a network with a direct link to the Internet. Using a dedicated line connection, usually through a link known as a T1 connection does this. Users can dial into to that network using their modem. Most ISP’s now charge a monthly fee.

 

SIG (Special Interest Group)

A Special Interest Group, or SIG, sponsors different items such as IRC Channels, Listservs, and Internet Sites.

 

signature

Type that can be automatically added to the end of an e-mail message that will identify the sender. Signatures are usually ASCII text files.

 

Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)

A standard protocol used to transfer e-mail messages.

 

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

A standard Internet protocol. It is commonly used to wire hubs.

 

SLIP (Serial Line Internet Protocol)

A standard protocol which is used to run TCP/IP over a serial line. SLIP, however, will not run on a Local Area Network (LAN) connection.

 

smiley

The use punctuation marks to show feelings and emotions. For example, a smiley face is , and a sad face would be

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

A standard protocol used to transfer e-mail messages.

 

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)

A standard Internet protocol. It is commonly used to wire hubs.

 

Special Interest Group (SIG)

A Special Interest Group, or SIG, sponsors different items such as IRC Channels, Listservs, and Internet Sites.

 

subnet mask (Address Mask)

This is used to recognize the sections of an IP address that concur with the different parts. Also known as the "subnet mask".