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    gigabit (Gb)

    In data communications, a gigabit (Gb) is 1 billion bits, or 1,000,000,000 (that is, 10^9) bits. It's commonly used for measuring the amount of data that is transferred in a second between two telecommunication points.

  • Gigabit Ethernet (GbE)

    Gigabit Ethernet (GbE), a transmission technology based on the Ethernet frame format and protocol used in local area networks (LANs), provides a data rate of 1 billion bits per second, or 1 gigabit (Gb).

  • graceful degradation

    Graceful degradation is the ability of a computer, machine, electronic system or network to maintain limited functionality even when a large portion of it has been destroyed or rendered inoperative.

  • GVRP (GARP VLAN Registration Protocol or Generic VLAN Registration Protocol)

    GVRP (GARP VLAN Registration Protocol or Generic VLAN Registration Protocol) is a standards-based protocol that facilitates control of virtual local area networks (VLANs) within a larger network.

  • What are global area networks (GANs)?

    A global area network (GAN) is a type of network that connects devices and users on a global scale.

  • What is geo-blocking?

    Geo-blocking is blocking online content based on its location.

  • What is green networking?

    Green networking is the practice of selecting energy-efficient networking technologies and products to minimize resource use whenever possible.