H OTS POT GATEWAY2 IntroductionGlossary of Terms. The glossary provides an explanation of terms directly related toNomadix product technology. Glossary entries are organized alphabetically.Index. The index is a valuable information search tool. Use the index to locate specifictopics and categories contained in this User’s Guide.Welcome to the Nomadix HotSpot GatewayThe Nomadix HotSpot Gateway (HSG) is a freestanding, fully featured networkappliance that enables public access service providers to offer broadband Internetconnectivity to their customers.The HSG employs one fast Ethernet port to interface with a router (network side) andtwo fast Ethernet Switch ports to interface with aggregation equipment (subscriberside) within the network. The HSG allows users to transparently move betweendifferent networks while retaining one billing relationship with their chosen serviceprovider. Supporting all user types and any access method (wired or wireless), theHSG provides an unequalled public-LAN access solution.Nomadix HotSpot Gateway (HSG)