
Downstream
In an HFC network, the direction from the head-end to the subscriber. Some
older cable documentation may refer to this as the forward path.
DOCSIS
Data Over Cable System Interface Specification. The interoperability stan-
dards used for data communications equipment on an HFC network.
EMTA
Embedded Multimedia Terminal Adapter. An MTA device that is integrated
with a cable modem.
Ethernet
A standard method of connecting two or more computers into a Local Area
Network (LAN).
EuroDOCSIS
The European version of DOCSIS.
Event
An informational message used for monitoring network status.
F-connector
The type of connector used on coax cable. There are two common types of
F-connector, slip-on and screw-on. Use coax with screw-on connectors for
connecting your Telephony Modem.
Firewall
A hardware or software device that prevents unauthorized access to a pri-
vate network from the Internet. The WTM652 provides a built-in firewall.
Gateway
The device, usually a router, that connects devices on a given IP subnet to
other IP subnets.
Touchstone WTM652 Telephony Modem User’s Guide
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