MicroNet Technology SP3367N - Manual (Page 53)

Default Gateway (Router)
Every non-router IP device needs to configure a default gateway’s IP address. When the
device sends out an IP packet, if the destination is not on the same network, the device
has to send the packet to its default gateway, which will then send it out towards the
destination.
DHCP
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, this protocol automatically gives every computer on
your home network an IP address.
DNS Server IP Address
DNS stands for Domain Name System, which allows Internet servers to have a domain
name (such as www.Broadbandrouter.com) and one or more IP addresses (such as
192.34.45.8). A DNS server keeps a database of Internet servers and their respective
domain names and IP addresses, so that when a domain name is requested (as in typing
"Broadbandrouter.com" into your Internet browser), the user is sent to the proper IP
address. The DNS server IP address used by the computers on your home network is the
location of the DNS server your ISP has assigned to you.
DSL
Digital Line Subscriber (DSL) technology provides high-speed access over twisted copper
pair for connection to the Internet, LAN interfaces, and to broadband services such as
video-on-demand, distance learning, and video conferencing.
Ethernet
It is a standard for computer networks. Ethernet networks are connected by special cables
and hubs or switches, and move data around at up to 10/100 million bits per second
(Mbps).
FTP
File Transfer Protocol. The Internet protocol (and program) used to transfer files between
hosts.
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