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  2. Computer network diagram - Wikipedia

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    For example, the sample diagram does not indicate the physical type of connection between the PCs and the switch, but since a modern LAN is depicted, Ethernet may be assumed. If the same style of line was used in a WAN (wide area network) diagram, however, it may indicate a different type of connection.

  3. CSU/DSU - Wikipedia

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    A CSU/DSU can have an external connection point or it can be integrated into a modular card installed in a router. A CSU/DSU is the equivalent of the modem for an entire LAN . The DCE, commonly a modem or CSU/DSU, is the device used to convert the user data from the DTE into a form acceptable to the WAN service provider transmission link.

  4. Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet - Wikipedia

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    The following diagram shows a scenario where an Ethernet-connected ADSL modem acts as a PPPoE-to-PPPoA protocol converter and the service provider offers a PPPoA service and does not understand PPPoE. There is no PPPoEoA in this protocol chain. This is an optimally protocol-efficient design for a separate ADSL modem connected to a router by ...

  5. Modem vs. router: The differences between the pieces of ... - AOL

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    A modem and router work in tandem to deliver you an internet connection and then grant access to your various devices. Modem vs. router: The differences between the pieces of hardware that connect ...

  6. Point-to-Point Protocol - Wikipedia

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    Like SLIP, this is a full Internet connection over telephone lines via modem. It is more reliable than SLIP because it double checks to ensure Internet packets arrive intact. [4] It resends any damaged packets. PPP was designed somewhat after the original HDLC specifications. The people who had designed PPP included many additional features ...

  7. Residential gateway - Wikipedia

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    However, a modem generally provides few other network functions. A USB modem plugs into a single PC and allows a connection of that single PC to a WAN. If properly configured, the PC can also function as the router for a home LAN. An internal modem can be installed on a single PC (e.g. on a PCI card), also allowing that single PC to connect to ...

  8. Local area network - Wikipedia

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    A conceptual diagram of a LAN at a residential house; the router in this case is assumed to also function as a wireless access point.Also shown in this example (shaded in yellow) is the network's connection to the Internet via fixed-line means.

  9. DSL modem - Wikipedia

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    The modem connects to a single computer or router, through an Ethernet port, USB port, or is installed in a computer PCI slot. The more common DSL router is a standalone device that combines the function of a DSL modem and a router, and can connect multiple computers through multiple Ethernet ports or an integral wireless access point.