Miele PDR 514 - Page 49

Connectivity
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Proxy server
Proxy server
Properties:
- Central access points to the Internet
- Suitable for large user groups
- Cache memory: data that is used frequently can be saved on the proxy server; the data
is cached. This reduces the amount of data transferred.
- Proxy servers are used as content filters. Unwanted or critical web content is blocked by
the proxy server. Content like this is placed on a blacklist.
This filter works in both directions. If a user calls up a prohibited page, the proxy server
will block the request. If unwanted adverts try to reach the user, the proxy server will
also block these.
(WiFi) router
(WiFi) router
A router connects network-enabled components. The type of data line (e.g. LAN, WiFi, dLAN) is
not important.
Each appliance in the network is assigned a unique address by the router either manually (static)
or automatically (DHCP). This unique network address is called an IP address, see Beispiel für ein
WLAN .
Smart device
Smart device
Mobile device, e.g. a smartphone or tablet.
Soft access point
Software-enabled access point
Software which enables a WiFi-enabled device (PC, laptop, smartphone, etc.) to work as an ac-
cess point.
SSID
Service set identifier
The SSID is the name given to a WiFi network which is based on the IEEE 802.11 standard.
WEP / WPA / WPA2
Wired Equivalent Privacy / WiFi Protected Access
Security standards for WiFi networks.
Miele components support WPA and WPA2.
WiFi
Wireless Fidelity
Brand name used for WiFi-enabled or certified devices.
Often used synonymously with WLAN. The term WLAN is only really used in German-speaking
countries. WiFi is international.
Miele has also been a member of the WiFi Alliance since 01.01.2019.