IXC ACS Glossary
INTRODUCTION
This glossary covers technical terms and acronyms frequently cited in IXC ACS documentation and tutorials. It serves as a quick reference for users and technicians working with the system.
TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| ACS (Auto Configuration Server) | System that connects to network equipment for remote management and configuration. |
| CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) | Device located at the customer's residence or business that connects to the provider's network. |
| CWMP (CPE WAN Management Protocol) | Protocol used to manage network devices via a WAN connection. |
| DataModel | Structure that defines how data is organized and accessed in a system. |
| dBm (Decibel-milliwatt) | Unit of signal power measurement in communication networks. |
| DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) | Protocol used to automatically assign IP addresses to devices on a network. |
| DNS (Domain Name System) | System responsible for translating domain names into IP addresses. |
| Firmware | Software embedded in hardware devices, responsible for the operation and control of the devices. |
| Firewall | Security barrier that controls and protects network traffic between an internal and external network. |
| GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) | High-speed fiber optic network technology. |
| Hosts | Machines, devices, or resources connected to a computer network. |
| IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) | Communication protocol used to identify and locate devices on networks. |
| Logs | Records of events and activities that occur in a system. |
| Port Forwarding | Technique that allows access to internal network services via a public IP. |
| Preset | Pre-defined configuration that facilitates automatic reconfiguration of network devices. |
| QoS (Quality of Service) | Feature that prioritizes and optimizes data transmission quality on a network. |
| Mesh Network | Network topology that expands coverage and improves connectivity at various points in the network. |
| Reset | Process of restoring a device to factory defaults. |
| Rollback | Action of reverting a configuration to a previous state. |
| RX (Receive) | Refers to the reception of data on a network device. |
| TR-069 | Protocol used to manage devices remotely, allowing service providers to manage devices connected to the network. |
| TX (Transmit) | Refers to the transmission of data from one device to another. |
| Troubleshooting | Process of identifying and correcting failures in a system or network. |
| Vendor Configuration File | File that contains the specific manufacturer configurations of a device. |
FINAL CONSIDERATIONS
This glossary will be updated regularly to include new terms and relevant definitions related to IXC ACS.