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Link switching
Link switching refers to the process of switching data between links in a network. This process is fundamental for efficient communication between devices in a local area network (LAN). Through link…
Networking and telecommunicationsLink Value
The 'Link Value' in EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol) is a metric assigned to each link in the routing table of the protocol. This metric is fundamental in determining the best route…
Operating systemsLISP Driver
The LISP Controller (Locator/ID Separation Protocol) is an essential component in modern network architecture that implements the Locator/ID Separation Protocol. This protocol aims to address the…
Networking and telecommunicationsLive Streaming
Live streaming is the process of delivering content in real-time over the Internet. This method allows users to access events, programs, or activities as they happen, without having to wait for them…
Networking and telecommunicationsLLC
Logical Link Control (LLC) is a sublayer of the data link layer in the OSI model that manages protocol data units. Its main function is to provide a means for different network protocols to coexist…
Networking and telecommunicationsLLDP
The Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) is a standardized network protocol that allows network devices to discover information about other directly connected devices on the same local network. LLDP…
Networking and telecommunicationsLMP
The Link Management Protocol (LMP) is a communication protocol designed to manage links in a network. Its main function is to facilitate communication between devices in a network, ensuring that data…
Networking and telecommunicationsLNP
Local Number Portability (LNP) is a service that allows telephone users to transfer their phone number from one operator to another without losing the identity associated with that number. This…
Cloud and infrastructureLoad Balancer Virtual IP
A Virtual IP of the Load Balancer is an IP address assigned to a load balancer to efficiently manage network traffic. This address acts as a single entry point for users trying to access a service or…
Networking and telecommunicationsLoad metric
Load metric is a measure that quantifies the amount of traffic on a network, reflecting the amount of data transmitted through it over a given period. This metric is crucial for assessing quality of…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Area Coverage
Local area coverage in 5G networks refers to the range within which a network can provide service to users in a specific area. This concept is fundamental to understanding how signals are distributed…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal area network authentication
Local Area Network (LAN) authentication refers to the methods and protocols used to verify the identity of users and devices attempting to access a local network. This process is fundamental to…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Area Network Protocol
A local area network (LAN) protocol is a set of rules and standards that enables communication and data exchange between devices within a local network. These protocols are essential to ensure that…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Area Network switching
Local Area Network switching refers to switching within a local network, where devices called switches are used to connect multiple devices within the same network. These switches operate at the data…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Area Network Virtualization
Local Area Network (LAN) virtualization is the process of creating virtual networks within a physical local area network. This technique allows segmenting a network into multiple logical networks…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal AS
An Autonomous System (AS) is a set of IP addresses and routers under the control of a single administrative entity that presents a common routing policy. In the context of BGP (Border Gateway…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Control
Local Control in the context of Software-Defined Networks (SDN) refers to the management of network resources that is performed locally rather than centrally. This approach allows network…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal DHCP Server
A local DHCP server is an essential component in network management that operates within a local network to automatically assign IP addresses to connected devices. DHCP, which stands for Dynamic Host…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal DNS
Local DNS, or Local Domain Name System, is a DNS server located within a local network that resolves domain names for that network. Its primary function is to translate human-readable domain names…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Domain
A local domain is a set of resources and devices managed within a local network, allowing centralized management of users, groups, and security policies. In the context of network management, a local…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Gateway
A local gateway is an essential device in network architecture that acts as a connection point between local devices and external networks. Its primary function is to facilitate communication between…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocalhost
The 'local host' refers to the standard host name assigned to the loopback network interface address, commonly known as 'localhost'. This term is fundamental in the field of computing and networking…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Loop
The local loop is the physical circuit that connects a customer's premises to the service provider's network. This component is fundamental in telecommunications infrastructure, as it enables the…
Networking and telecommunicationsLocal Mobility Management
Local Mobility Management is an essential mechanism in mobile networks that manages user mobility within a specific area, such as a network cell. This process allows mobile devices to connect and…
