55Chapter 7 GlossaryChapter 7 GlossaryBit RateDisplays the volume of data flowing across the network. Generally, the volume is expressed withthe unit “bps” (bits per second) which indicates the number of data bits transmitted per second.DNS (Domain Name Server)A server used to convert addresses such as “www.eizo.com” into IP addresses.FirewallA system to prevent invasion from external networks.H.264A format for compressing images. This method is widely used for image remote transmission andrecording.IP AddressAn address that is allocated to a network device. Each network device is given an address. UnlikeMAC addresses, IP addresses change according to the installation environment.MAC (Media Access Control) AddressA Mac address is a 48bit identification number assigned to a network device. It is assignedstatically, not duplicated, and uses a unique number for each network device.NTP (Network Time Protocol)A protocol for synchronizing the time and the network server.pingA command used to check the connection status with other network devices. Generally, it is judgedthat there is a problem in the network route when there is no response to ping requests, and theping command is used for finding out the cause of the problem.PoE (Power over Ethernet)A technology to supply electricity using an Ethernet cable.PortA communication contact number for network communication. When multiple services are providedby one network device, allotting an individual port number for each service allows the device toprovide multiple services simultaneously.ResolutionThe LCD panel consists of numerous pixels of specified size, which are illuminated to form images.This monitor consists of 1920 horizontal pixels and 1080 vertical pixels. At a resolution of 1920 ×1080, all pixels are illuminated as a full screen (1:1).