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Name resolution. The process used on the network to determine the address of a computer by using its name.
NetBIOS. Abbreviation for Network Basic Input/Output System. The BIOS tells a computer what types of devices and memory are connected to the computer and how to find them. A network BIOS includes basic information about the network to a which a computer is connected.
NetWare. The networking software; the file server’s operating system. Most closely associated with Novell, as in Novell Netware, the operating system used on Novell networks.
Network. A group of computers and other devices that can interact by means of a shared communications link.
Network adapter. A hardware device (or card) that establishes a network and enables a computer to connect to another computer with a similar device. All computers in a network should use compatible adapters.
Network ID. The portion of the IP address that identifies a group of computers and devices located on the same logical network. Separated from the host ID using the subnet mask.
Newsgroups. The development of a network linking computers together to share discussion groups. There are literally tens of thousands of different newsgroups discussing virtually every subject imaginable. From operating systems to sports, politics, religion, and entertainment.
NNTP. Network News Transfer Protocol. A transfer protocol used by USENET News.
Nonrepudiation A technique used to ensure that someone performing an action on a computer cannot falsely deny that they performed that action. Nonrepudiation provides undeniable proof that a user took a specific action such as transferring money, authorizing a purchase, or sending a message.
Notice A privacy principle that requires reasonable disclosure to a consumer of an entity’s personally identifiable information collection and use practices. This disclosure information is typically conveyed in a privacy notice or privacy policy. Notice is addressed in Fair Information Practices.

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