Term for the small bundles of digital information passed between users and sites. Any given exchange could consist of many packets, all of which are sent on various paths to assigned destinations.

A sub-unit of a data stream; a grouping of information that includes a header (containing information like address destination) and, in most cases, user data.

A collection of data and control characters in a specified format, sent through a network as a single unit.

Small parcel of information.

A packet is a collection of pieces of information that is transmitted as one entity. A packet usually has some variety of header showing what type of, and how much, data it contains, and a check-sum on the end such that corruption of the data can be detected.

the organization of bits and bytes into complete DCC commands. A DCC packet consists of a preamble, address, instruction and error detection information with bits to indicate the start and den of the packet.

Digital mode used by amateur radio operators. The US Coast Guard, the Hancock International Airport and some other agencies outside the region use packet as well. Data packets are assembled by a device called a Terminal Node Controller (TNC) which adds control, routing and error detection information to each data frame. When the receiving station successfully decodes a packet, it sends an ACKnowledgement back to the sender. Otherwise, it sends a NAK which prompts the sender to retry the bad packet. Packets can be relayed over great distances using digipeaters. A digipeater ( hams call it "digi" for short) can either retransmit packets on the same frequency where they were received or redirect them to another channel. Amateur operators have set up networks of packet stations that automatically forward messages on VHF and UHF bands, on shortwave and via satellite. Hams can read messages and transfer files on packet bulletin boards and on orbiting store-and-forward mailboxes. (see OSCAR)

A sequence of data and control characters (binary digits) in a specified format that is switched/transferred as a whole.

The basic unit of Internet data. A message is assembled in packets, each marked with an address and other pertinent information.

A group of binary digits, including data and control signals, which is switched as a switched as whole unit. A packet is usually mapped to a frame; the exceptions are when data link layer fragmentation is being performed, or when multiple packets are incorporated into a single frame.

The individual pieces (or collections of bits) into which data is broken down for transmission over networks. Each packet carries destination address information, and packets are typically transmitted in a stream.

A small unit of data containing an address, telling the communications hardware where the communication should be sent.

A transmitted unit of data accompanied by identification, routing and error-control information.

A block of information sometimes called a cell, frame, data unit, server unit, or signaling unit. Although each of these elements does have unique attributes, in essence, all are packets.

A chunk of data bits and associated information, including source address and destination address, formatted for transmitting from one node to another.

An arbitrary collection of data grouped and transmitted with its user identification over a shared facility.

Fixed-length self-contained block of data that includes all relevant header information to allow switching, routing and data recovery.

A group of information in a fixed format that is transmitted as a unit over communications lines.

This is data bundled for transmission.

Data sequence containing control info and in some cases user data

A sequence of data, with associated control information, that is switched and transmitted as a whole; refers mainly to the field structure and format defined with CCITT X.25 recommendations.

the units of information used by TCP/IP.

A discrete parcel of data with appended connection information. This is similar to a piece of mail where the letter is packaged inside an envelope with the sender and recipient addresses. It is often used to refer to the chunks of information sent over computer networks.

Data unit used by a connexionless protocol.

Within a stroke, properties (such as the number of points in the stroke) and point data related to that stroke. The set of data sent by the tablet device at each sample point in a stroke.

The basic unit of data transmitted over the Internet. Packets are transmitted independently and then reassembled at their destination.

A digital communications technique involving the transmission of short bursts of data in a protocol format that contain addressing, control, and error-checking information, along with the field information, in each transmission burst.

The standard unit of data that is sent across the Internet. Typically comprises 1,024 bits of data. This includes a section of the message plus a 'header' which details the destination IP 'address', the sender's IP 'address', a check digit which confirms the data has not become corrupted and the packet's position in the sequence of the message.

A form of data transmission dividing the data information into many small packets, each including information such as source, destination, protocol and packet length. The concept is used for the Internet where transmission facilities are shared by many different users, with packets removed or added as appropriate at different locations.

Format of aggregated bits that can be transmitted in 1, 3, or 5 time slots.

Sub-unit of a data stream; typically contains a header and user data, or payload.

A string of bits containing command information, destination and source addresses and data

Although computers and modems can send data one character at a time, it's more efficient to send information in larger blocks called data “packets,” or datagrams. When using the standard Internet protocol, TCP/IP, packets are typically around 1,500 characters. Packets consist of the data being transmitted plus the IP address information of the sender and the recipient.

A unit of transmitted data, with a fixed maximum size.

Data information that is grouped and transmitted together, such as messages, commands, and control codes.

A group of binary digits, including data and call control signals, which are switched as a composite whole. The data are arranged in a specific format.

In order for one computer to communicate another over thee Internet, the communications or message must be broken down into smaller units called packets Each packet contains both data and a header specifying the addresses of the sending and receiving computers.

A "hunk" of data being transmitted on the Internet.

A grouping of data sent through the RS-232 comm port . The Packet length in this case is 20 bytes, consisting of a header, 18 data bytes, and a CRC trailer byte. [Section6.1.3

a small package or bundle

a block of arbitrary data , which may be part of a sequence of data blocks, that is communicated between two endpoints

a block of data called

a 'chunk' of data that gets sent across the Internet using whatever route is most efficient at the moment

a chunk of data that has a tag specifying its meaning

a data stream comprising a plurality of segments

a digital envelope with data inside

a fixed-size (or limit-size) sequence (array) of bytes that contains a chunk of a message together with addresses identifying the origin and destination computers

a fundamental unit of information that may be transported

a group of bits that is switched as a unit

a limited quantity of data

a message that is sent on a point-to-point subnet from one processor to another

an autonomous unit of data encapsulated by a protocol header and/or trailer

an envelope that contains data and an address that the data is sent to

a package of information

a PDU (Protocol Data Unit) at the IP layer

a piece of data that has been broken up so that it can travel on the Internet

a piece of data that is sent to your computer (a quote, chart data, etc)

a piece of information sent over the Internet

a quantity of data of a pre-defined size and in a pre-defined format

a series of bits transmitted or recieved by a computer

a set of data including the header that travels between hosts

a set of data organized in a specific way for transmission such as over the Internet

a set of objects/data passing between Functions

a small bit of information

a small bundle of information bytes, which is the way data travels over the Internet

a small chunk of information, sent over networks

a small piece of data, anywhere from a few bytes to a couple thousand bytes

a small piece of data with information about where it's coming from and where it's going to

a standardized unit of data

A single sequence of digital data. As each packet of data is sent through the various networks, it has a distinct digital marker.

A packet, in data terms, is a 64KB 'lump' of data, which contains a header with information such as the destination address, the source address etc followed by the actual data that was sent in this packet Close this window

A single package of data sent to a computer. Similar to a single brick in a building. (See also bits.)

A group of binary digits, including data and control signals, that is switched as a composite whole. The data, control signals, and error control information are arranged in a specific format. A packet often is 128- character block.

While it may seem as though you send or receive a continuous stream of data every time you use the Internet, you don't. Instead, it's more efficient to break up the transmission into pieces called packets. These packets contain information about which computer sent the data and where the data is going. If a packet runs into a problem during its trip, it can attempt to find another route. When all the packets get where they're going, the recipient computer puts them together again.

a component of a message consisting of a sequence of data elements of restricted length together with addressing information

A packet of bits including address, control and data fields that are transmitted together.

An 'envelope' for data, which may contain addresses and error checking information as well as the data itself.

A packet is a small piece of digital data. The internet uses TCP/IP technology to break down data into a number of packets to optimize the transmission of data. These packets are reassembled at the destination.

A discreet ‘chunk' of data traffic.See IP Packet.

Each message in TCP/IP is broken into smaller pieces of data called packets. Each packet has an address and is sent independently to the server on the other end of the internet, where they are assembled back into messages.

data transmitted into smaller units for transmission over the net.

A piece of information that is exchanged between computers, usually containing the source, destination and the data to be exchanged. Packet Receive Buffer: An area of a NW Server's memory reserved for holding incoming data packets.

A bundle of data. On the Internet, data is broken up into small chunks or packets. All the information on the Internet travels in packets.

A mode of digital transmission where data is assembled in groups of data or frames of information. A packet of data consists of two or more frames. Back

(1) A group of bits sent by a modem that make up a byte of information. (2) A group of bytes sent by a file transfer protocol.

A group of digital bits put together in a bundle or packet to make transmission faster. One little packet includes not only your data (such as what you type on your computer screen) but also control information such as a source and destination address and an identification number.

A small section of data which contain routing information that is transported over the Internet.

A packet is the term for a unit of data that is routed via the World Wide Web.

A unit of information transmitted from one device to another on a network. A packet typically contains a header with addressing information, data, and a checksum to insure data integrity. (See MIC). close

Data that is part of a message or traffic being sent between two or more computers over the internet or a network.

A unit of data sent across a network is referred to as a packet. Apart from data, each packet possesses routing and error-control information.

A small bundle of data into which larger data groups are seperated for transport across the Internet.

Data is sent over the network in manageable chunks called packets or frames. The size or makeup is determined by the protocol being used. Protocol - The rules of the network "game".Twisted Pair -Twisted pair is the ordinary copper wire that connects home and many business computers to the telephone company. To reduce crosstalk or electromagnetic induction between pairs of wires, two insulated copper wires are twisted around each other. Each connection on twisted pair requires both wires. Since some telephone sets or desktop locations require multiple connections, twisted pair is sometimes installed in two or more pairs, all within a single cable. For some business locations, twisted pair is enclosed in a shield that functions as a ground. This is known as shielded twisted pair (STP). Ordinary wire to the home is unshielded twisted pair (UTP).

The fundamental grouping of data for transmission on a digital network. A Packet consists of a sequence of bits that includes control information for transmitting the data, as well as the data itself.

A chunk of information sent over a network. Each packet contains the destination address, the sender's address, error-control information, and data.

The name given to a piece of data that travels over a network

A grouping of data, usually consisting of data and an address header prior to being sent over a network.

This is a small amount of computer data sent over a network. Any time you ...

A small pachage of binary data which is transmitted over a network. Packets include a header, which stores the destantion, and the data, which stores the data.

A grouping of information that includes a header (containing information such as destination address) and, in most cases, user data.

A data transmission going from one network node to another. Packets often refer to complete units of information, multimedia or data, sent over computer networks. Packets contain header information, source and destination address information.

is the unit of data that is routed between an origin and a destination on any packet-switched network such as Ethernet. When any file is sent from one place to another on the network, TCP/IP divides the file into "chunks" of an efficient size for routing. Each of these packets is separately numbered and includes the IP address of source and the destination. The individual packets for a given file may travel different routes through the network to the destination. When they have all arrived, they are reassembled into the original file (by TCP/IP at the receiving end).

A collection of bits that constitutes one network transmission. Packets must include relevant network address and accounting information, as well as user data.

A data unit sent across a network.

A sequence of binary digits (including data and call control signals) that is switched as a composite whole. The data, call control signals, and possible error control information are arranged in a specific format.

What Internet messages are broken into and then reassembled to transmit.

To send information over a packet-switched network, the information is divided into small "packets" which are identified and labeled with their source and destination addresses.

Unit of data. During data transfer, information is broken down into packets, which then travel independently through the Internet. A packet will typically include the source and destination address, an identifier and a segment of data.

A self-contained message, or component of a message, comprising address, control and data signals, which may be transferred as a single entity within a communications network.

The basic message unit for data transfer between computers over a network. The various ISO layer three network protocols use different packet sizes. TCP/IP has a size range of between 64 bytes and 1514 bytes. Layer three packets are encapsulated in various layer two units called frames or cells.

A variable-length layer 3 protocol entity containing address and control information, plus data. Examples include IP and IPX packets. (2) A variable-length layer 2 protocol entity containing address and other control information, plus data. Examples include Ethernet and token ring packets. These are also referred to as "frames," and in this book the term "packet" generally refers to a layer 3 entity.

A standard unit of data sent across a network.

The smallest unit of information that travels across a network, from the smallest peer-to-peer hookup to the Internet itself. Information to be sent over the Internet is first broken up into packets, all of which are sent independently to the remote computer where they are reassembled. Thankfully, with the correct formatting, your software spares you the gory details.[See Also: Router

a chunk of data sent over a packet switching network

A segment of data sent over a network whose size and format is governed by the communications protocol used.

A block of data handled by a network. Password Protected Folders: Protect your Web pages with passwords for extra security. If you are on Plesk servers, you will be able to password folders from your Personal Web Control Panel. Perl: A high-level programming language, started by Larry Wall in 1987 and developed as an open source project. It has an eclectic heritage, deriving from the ubiquitous C programming language and to a lesser extent from sed, awk, various Unix shell languages, Lisp, and at least a dozen other tools and languages. Originally developed for Unix, it is now available for many platforms. It is particularly popular for writing CGI scripts.

In data communication, the basic logical unit of information transfer.

sometimes called datagram, a packaged unit of characters or other form of computer output sent from one computer to another over a network. Packets are digitally encoded with the address of the sender and recipient so they reach their intended destinations as well as letting the receiver of the data know that it came from an authorized or recognized source.

A logical grouping of information that includes a header and(usually) user data. A continuous sequence of binary digits of information is switched through the network and an integral unit.

In networking a packet is a block of data. Over the Internet, a packet may contain up to 1500 characters of information, including the 'header' which tells the various routers along the way where to send it.

The basic division of data sent over a network. Each packet contains a set amount of data along with a header, containing information about the type of packet and the network address to which it is being sent. The size and format of packets depends on the protocol and frame types used.

small amount of data with a header detailing how to handle its contents that is used by network protocols as its standard unit of communication

The unit of data that is routed between its origin and its destination on the Internet or on any other packet- switch ed network. An Ethernet packet can hold between 64 and 1518 byte s. In ATM, packet s are called cells. All cells hold exactly 53 byte

A bundle of data on a network or the Internet.

Refers to the data-unit of the Network-Layer (layer-3). A packet usually includes a logical address to be used by routing devices. Messages are segmented and segments placed in packets with a logical address header. Packetising data allows greater throughput through noisy or congested communications environments. Sending a 1,000,000 bit message through an environment with a 1-in-10^6 error rate will result in zero throughput. Transmitting 10 packets of 100,000 bit will result in a 90% throughput.

A block of data sent over a network which includes the addresses of the sending and receiving computers, the actual information, and error control.

The smallest unit of data passed through the Internet. Every file transmitted across the Internet, no matter how large is broken down into equal sized packets. Each packet has the address of its destination plus, the details of where it fits into the jigsaw puzzle of its larger, original file. As each packet passes through the Internet, each server will read the address contained in the packet header so it is forwarded to the correct destination. On arrival at the destination, the receiving computer will wait for all the packets that make up a file to arrive before it looks at the information contained within the packets to rebuild the original file.

A small unit of information transferred across a network file transfer or web page download may involve several packets.

A unit of data exchange between hosts.

A packet is the unit of data that is routed between an origin and a destination on the Internet or any other packet-switched network. This is the name given to data at the network layer of OSI model

a standard-size series of signals that are sent over a network; also called a data packet. The Internet is designed to handle material that has been divided into a series of packets, each of which is separately moved from origin to destination across the intervening networks.

A bundle of data. On the Internet, data is broken up into small chunks called packets that each traverse the network independently.

This is a unit of data, which is typically a part of a file, that has been prepared for transmission across a network, usually the internet.

Integral number of sectors forming a single unit of information that can be incrementally written or overwritten.

When data is transmitted over the network it is broken up into smaller pieces called packets and individually routed to their destination. This way if one packet is not properly received, the receiving party can request resubmission of the single packet, as opposed to the entire piece of data. Each packet contains headers, which are responsible for the successful transmission of the packet, and a data part, which contains a portion of the original data being transmitted over the network. The term packet is used when referring to layer 3 devices (i.e. a router). A frame is the term used when referring to layer two devices (i.e. a switch).

A collection of bits, including the address, data and control, that are switched and transmitted together. The terms frame and packet are often used synonymously.

Data chunk sent across a network.

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A unit of information transmitted as a whole from one device to another on a network.

One unit of information that has been formatted for transmission on a network. A packet includes user data as well as the control and addressing information needed to send the packet to the correct destination.

A bundle of data, packed for transmission through a network.  Packets are arranged in a specific format for transmission, so the network can determine what kind it is and where it should go.

A collection of information. This term is most often used to refer to the chunks of information sent over computer networks.

messages sent between computers, containing the actual message data, the data type, the data's length, the sender's computer, network, and socket, the destination's computer, network, and socket, and error-control information. (Derfler 88-89) As it relates to OGR, each packet represents a single stub. Thus, a client will be checking one ruler at a time for optimality. See also: stub, OGR. Mentioned in: Network Communication. Pictures: Packets.

One package of information. A packet is the lowest form of network communication between computers. The way that the packet is transmitted and the actual layout of the packet all depend on the underlying protocol used to send the packet. The maximum packet size for an IPX packet is 576 bytes. (Novell 2-2) See also: Protocol.

A formatted unit of data transmitted on a network.

The basic logical unit of information transferred.

A piece of data. Every communication over the internet is broken into small (1500 bytes) packets which are then sent independently over the network to the end-host where they are then reassembled.

An information block identified by a label at Layer 3 of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) network model (see OSI). It is a collection of bits that contains both control information and data, and is the basic unit of transmission in a packet-switched network. Control information is carried in the packet, along with the data, to provide for such functions as addressing sequence, flow control and error control at each of several protocol levels. A packet can be of fixed or variable length, but generally has a specified maximum length.

Blocks of data which includes the addresses of the data's origin and destination.

A single group of digital signals sent from an originator to an addressee.

A set of data (a collection of bits, including the address, data and control elements) that is processed as a unit in data transmission.

A quantum unit of network data. A packet's contents are generally a header portion (with content and routing information) and a data portion (with the actual data).

A block of information sent over a network. A packet typically contains a source and destination network address, some protocol and length information, a block of data, and a checksum.

In file transfer protocols, a packet is the amount of data which is transmitted in one lump, before each computer checks to ensure that the packet has been transmitted correctly. This saves time in transmitting files, since the whole file does not need to be re-sent if only one part of it gets corrupted during transmission. Only the corrupted packet needs to be re-sent. 2. In FidoNet mail transfers or offline mail readers on a BBS, all the new mail for a BBS or a user is compressed into one file called a packet.

A single unit of network traffic. On "packet-switched" networks like the Internet, outgoing messages are divided into small units, sent and routed to their destinations, then reassembled on the other end. Each packet includes the IP address of the sender, and the destination IP address and port number.

The unit of exchange at the network layer of a protocol stack. In the case of IP, each packet is atomic and carries full addressing information.

A unit of data that is transmitted over a network. It is also commonly used to denote an envelope of data bundled with addressing information for transmission over a network.

A bundle of data transmitted over a network. Packets have no set size; they can range from one character to hundreds of characters.

A piece of a message transmitted over a packet-switching network. One of the key features of a packet is that it contains the destination address in addition to the data. In IP networks, packets are often called datagrams.

The unit of information by which the network communicates. Each packet contains the identities of the sending and receiving stations, error-control information, a request for services, information on how to handle the request and any necessary data that must be transferred.

A unit of transmitted information containing specific protocols and codes that allows precise sending and receiving of information from one networked node to another.

A bundle of data organized for transmission, containing control information (destination, length, origin, etc.) the data itself and error detection and correction bits.

a variable-sized chunk of data that is routed from one computer to another in a computer network

Basic communication unit of network layer (i.e. independent of the communication medium). The IP protocol works on packet layer in TCP/IP.

A packet is a unit of data transmitted from one device on a network to another. Sending packets of information is often used as a test – if there is packet loss there is a problem.

A packet is the unit of data that is routed between an origin and a destination on any packet-switched network. Files are broken into packets for ease of transmission.

Piece of a message broken into bytes that is transmitted over a network and includes information about the message like the address from which it came and where it is going.

A small bundle of data which has been packaged for transport across a network. See datagram.

A transmission unit of fixed maximum size that consists of binary information representing both data and a header containing an ID number, source and destination addresses, and error-control data.

A piece of a message transmitted over a network. Large chunks of information are broken up into packets before they are sent across the Internet.

A fixed-or variable-sized unit of information that can be sent across a packet switching network. A packet typically contains addressing information, error checking, and user information in addition to application data.

A block of data carried by a network. When one host sends a message to another, the message is broken into one or more packets, which are individually sent across the network.

A packet is a sequence of bits that is transmitted and switched as a whole set. This set of 0s and 1s is arranged in a specific format (called packet format), which includes data and control signals and possibly error control information. Packet switching has the advantage of making virtual circuits possible, thereby improving network capacity. With packet switching, a channel is occupied only during the transmission of the packet and after this transmission is complete the channel becomes available for other packets sent to the same destination or elsewhere.

A collection of bits comprising data and control information including source and destination node addresses, formatted for transmission from one node to another.

Segment of network data that also includes header, destination address, and trailer information that is sent as a unit. Also called data packet or datagram.

Also known as a data unit or a datagram. A unit of data that has been broken down into a small enough size so that the Internet Protocol can handle it and the Internet transport it.

A block of information sent over the network each time a connection or data transfer is requested. The information contained in packets depends on the type of packet: connect, accept, redirect, data, and so on. Packet information can be useful in troubleshooting.

The basic unit of information sent across the Internet. Packets contain information (data), the address of the sender, and the address of the recipient.

A group of bits comprised of address, data, and control information that is combined and transmitted as one unit. The terms frame and packet are often used synonymously.

Data that is transported across the Internet is divided into small, manageable units called packets. Data packets can be sent more quickly and efficiently across a network than the full stream of data in a message or file.

A group of bits, including data and control information, such as a source and destination address, an identification number, and error control information, transmitted as a unit.

The basic unit of information sent along the Internet. Each packet contains data, and both sender and recipient addresses. A large file will be broken into several packets.

A group of bits(including data & call control signals) transmitted as a whole on a packet-switching network. Usually smaller than a transmission block.

Data is broken up into packets before being transmitted over the Internet. For example one file could be broken into five packets each travelling over five different computers before arriving at its destination. Decentralisation of this type is at the crux of how the Internet works.

Packets are sequences of digitized information. Network traffic is divided into packets. Each packet has a header with source and destination data, the data content itself, and error-checking code. The packets are then sent to their destination computer over the network.

A unit of data exchanged at the network layer. This is a much abused definition and the terms "frame" and "packet" are frequently interchanged.

A small unit of data that is used when transmitting data from one computer to another. It has a well-defined format which describes the contents and the data being sent.

When data is distributed around a network or the Internet, it is broken down into chunks or packets, that are more manageable than an entire file. Each packet has both the destination and source address, as well as error correction for error free transmission. See Also: Network To top

A block of transmitted data. Several packets make up a typical transmission.

A quantity of data sent over the network.

A segment of data sent from one computer to another computer over a network. Packets may contain such information as its source, destination, size and other useful information, helping the packet get to its destination.

In data communication, the basic logical unit of information transfered.

this term is used to describe a piece of information that usually belongs to many other pieces of information that make up a complete file - such as a video.

A term loosely used to denote a unit of data sent across a network.

A block of data that can move autonomously across a packet-switched network. Packet information is digitally encoded information that can vary in length (measured in bytes). Each packet contains a header of information to help routers and other network devices direct the packet to its proper destination.

A short fixed-length section of data that is transmitted as a unit in an electronic communication network.

A unit of data transmitted across a network.

In network communications, a packet is the fundamental bundle of data that is organized in a group for transmission. A packet typically contains three elements: control information, data to be transferred, and error detection and correction bits.

the smallest piece of information sent over a network. Large files are broken into smaller pieces, and then these packets are sent one after another. It is up to the recipient's computer to piece the packets back together into the original file.

A data unit ("chunk" of information) transmitted over a packet switched network.

bundle of data that is transmitted across a network. A packet contains the source address (where the packets come from), the destination address (where it's going), a packet identifier (so that the receiving computer can tell what sort of packet it is), and text.

A packet is the unit of data passed across the interface between the Internet Layer and the Link Layer. It includes an IP header and data. A packet may be a complete IP datagram or a fragment of an IP datagram.

In the context of teletext, a group of associated bytes transmitted within one TV line period. Packets with address 0-24 correspond to displayed text tows. (See also Extension Packets).

A group of bytes sent from one Internet host to another. Packets have variable lengths and can contain any kind of information.

A unit of data transmitted over a network. A packet is of fixed size, and is routed between a source and a destination. It contains binary information that represents both data and a header containing an ID number, source address, and destination address.

Units of information sent from one computer to another over a network. When transferring a file over a network, the file is broken down into multiple, numbered packets. To preserve bandwidth, packets have a set maximum size that is usually smaller than the actual file(s) requested. Network congestion sometimes requires that packets be dropped in transit, then re-requested by the recipient before being rebuilt into the originally requested file.

A packet is a basic communication data unit used when transmitting information from one computer to another. The maximum length of a packet depends on the communication medium. As an example, in Ethernet networks the maximum length is1500 bytes. A data packet can be divided into two parts: the header part and the data part. The header contains information needed for communication between nodes; the data is the body of the packet that is ultimately received by the application.

switching The method by which most data is exchanged throughout the Internet. Most data is broken down in to smaller "packets" prior to transfer, and then reassembled at the destination.

A block of data with a "header" attached that can indicate what the packet contains and where it is headed. Think of a packet as a "data envelope," with the header acting as an address.

Data is grouped in packets for transmission over the circuit by the Data Link protocol. The packet includes data, and any other information needed to get the data to it's proper destination. Depending on the protocol used, this may include error correction, source address, destination address, etc.

Generic term for a bundle of data, usually in binary form, organized in a specific way for transmission.

An ordered group of data and control signals transmitted through a network as a subset of a larger message.

A piece of data transmitted over a packet-switching network such as the Internet. A packet includes not just data but also its destination.

A piece of data transmitted over a packet-based network, such as a TCP/IP network. Also called datagram. All data transmitted over the Internet, for example, is transmitted via packets. Since each packet can take a different route to its destination, traffic loads on each individual route are reduced, thus improving network efficiency. When all packets arrive at the destination, the original message can be reassembled. In the event that a packet does not reach its destination, the packet is resent along a different route. The term packet loss refers to how many packets (usually expressed as a percentage of the total number of packets) never made it to the final destination. Ideally, packet loss should be close to zero.

A small unit of digital data that is transferred within or between networks. On the Internet, packets are created by use of the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and sent from one location to another via Internet Protocol (IP).

A unit of data that starts at an originating point on a network and is sent to a destination point. Network protocols divide files into packets, or smaller, more manageable chunks of data for transmission through the TCP layer of TCP/IP. Not all the components of a single packet, sent in this way, may use the same route to a destination, since route conditions may change very quickly, and a router may switch packets to travel by alternate routes as it deems best.

Data sent over a LAN is separated into blocks known as packets to create optimum transfer over a packet-switching network. One of the key features of a packet is that it contains the destination address in addition to the data. See Packet-switching.

is a generic term for a bundle of data organized in a specific way for transmission. Data are broken up into packets for sending over a packet switching network. Each packet has a header containing its source and destination, a block of data content and an error-checking code. All the data packets related to a message may not take the same route to get to their destination; they are reassembled once they have arrived.

A unit of data which is small enough that it can be transmitted efficiently over a packet-switched network. Packets contain data and the destination address.

A block of data that can be transmitted from one computer to another on a network like the Internet. A packet contains data to be transmitted, data to guide the packet, and data that corrects error along the way. A transmission's packets are split up before sending and reassembled at the destination.

A unit of digital data with a set number of bits, including some bits that serve as an address code. The packet can be sent through a packet switching network by the best route, and reunited at its destination with the other message packets, regardless of the route each took, or the order of their arrival.

A packet can be described as a logical grouping of information including header and (generally) user data. Packets are commonly used to refer to network layer units of data and can also often be termed datagrams, frames, messages and PDUs (Protocol Data Unit) to name but a few.

A means of breaking a network communication down into smaller units so that they can be more efficiently routed from the source computer to the destination computer over the network. When they reach the destination computer, the packets are then reassembled to form the original transmission.

A packet is a self-contained bundle of data sent over a packet switching network. Packets are typically less than 1500 bytes in size. Longer files are broken into multiple packets for transmission and reassembled at the other end. A packet includes a header with to and from addresses, relation to other packets (sequencing), and error checking information. On the Internet, datagram is a synonym for packet. See TCP/IP.

A bundle of data organized in a specific way of transmission. The three principal elements of a packet include the header, the text, and the trailer (error detection and correction bits).

A block of data in a standard format for transmission.

When a file is sent over the Internet, it is disassembled into data packets. Each packet contains the target address and information on how to reassemble. This means that data packets can take different routes across the Internet. When at their destination the packets, regroup to assemble the original file.

A unit of data that is sent across a network

A chunk of data. The TCP/IP protocol breaks large data files into smaller "packets" for transmission. When the data reaches its destination, the protocol makes sure that all packets have arrived without error.

A packet is a message fragment containing data or information. When messages are sent on the Internet, they are broken into smaller, more easily transportable pieces called packets. Each packet consists of a header and a piece of the message. A single e-mail message may actually be broken into a half-dozen different packets.

The smallest unit for transmitting data over the Internet. Data is broken up into packets, sent over the network and then reassembled at the other end.

In data communication, the basic unit of information transferred.

A collection of data that contains, among other things, the address of the computer that should respond to it. A typical computer transmission can consist of hundreds or even thousands of packets. When a computer sends information across a network, it divides that information into packets. These packets are re-assembled into the original transmission by the computer that receives them.

a group of binary digits switched as a whole - for instance, a file transfer over a packet switched network would require many steps. These steps are: 1) the data file would be broken down into smaller "packets" of information 2) each packet of information is assigned a code that enables it to be sent to the correct location and, once at that location, for the network to reassemble the packets of information into their original form.

a discrete block of data sent over a network

A basic message unit for communication across a network. A packet usually includes routing information, data, and sometimes error detection information.

to send a message over a packet-switched network, the whole message is first cut up into smaller "packets" and each is numbered and labeled with an address saying where it came from and another saying where its going.

The fundamental unit of communication on the Internet.

A group of related items. A packet may refer to the arguments of a subroutine or to a group of bytes that is transmitted over a network.

A collection of network data sent at once from one network node to another.

A single fragment of data on an IP computer network. Machines can communicate on a network by exchanging series of packets.

A unit of data sent across a network. When any data is sent across the Internet, it is broken into sections of data, and each section (the packet) is sent until all the sections arrive at their destination where they are reassembled to the form meant for the recipient.

The data transfer unit used in network and modem communications. Each packet contains data and a header which contains information as to the sending machine and the receiving machine, as well as the necessary information for the receiving machine to reassemble the data at its end. See also Network and Modem.

A burst or chunk of data that is sent over a network, whether it's the Internet or wireless network.

A logical group of data. A packet includes a header, which contains addressing and other control information, and the payload (user data). Data travelling through any network is broken up into packets.

A packet is a small block of transmitted data. Several packets are used in a typical transmission.

A collection of data that is transmitted as a bundle across a network connection.

A block of information configured for transmission over a network.

A small part of a message (i.e., email or streaming media clip) containing data and a destination address that is sent over a network. Parceling messages into smaller pieces and sending them one packet at a time puts a far lighter load on network resources than sending an entire file all at once.

A piece of data that has a series of headers and footers attached to tell the appropriate devices such information as its source, destination, and what kind of information is being carried. Networking

A fixed number of bytes that represents the basic unit of information sent across a physical network. Packets consist of binary information representing both data and a header containing an ID number, source and destination addresses, and error-control data.

In TCP/IP, a term referring to the data passing between the Internet layer and the data link layer. Also a generic term used to refer to data transferred through a network.

Data on the internet is transmitted in baskets of information called baskets of information which includes where the data came from, where the data is being sent, what type of data is being transferred, and the data itself.

A unit of data that is routed between a source and a destination on a network.

A group of binary digits including data and control elements which is switched and transmitted as a composite whole. The data and control elements, and possibly error control information, are arranged in a specified format. (3)

A unit of data. Each message sent between two network devices is often subdivided into packets by the underlying hardware and software. Depending on the protocol the packets have their own formats.

A small amount of computer data sent over a network. Any time you receive data from the Internet, it comes to your computer in the form of packets.

A logically grouped unit of data. Packets contain a “payload” (the information to be transmitted), originator, destination, and synchronization information. The idea with packets is to transmit them over a network so each individual packet can be sent along the most optimal route to its destination. Packets are de-constructed on one end of the communication and re-constructed on the receiving end based on the header addressing information at the front of each packet. Routers in the network will store and forward packets based on network delays, errors, and re-transmittal requests from the receiving end.

A unit of data transmitted over a data network. TCP/IP is a data packet network.

A unit of information that can be sent from one computer to another. A packet contains user data or protocol information or both. Also called a "datagram."

A block of data sent over the network transmitting the identities of the sending and receiving stations, error-control information, and message.

A sequence of binary digits that is transmitted as a unit in a computer network. A packet usually contains control information plus data.

A unit of data sent over a network.

Computers send and receive information across networks in packets. As a rough rule of thumb, the higher the level of detail that a game has, the more packets it will have to ship across the network in order to allow a player to participate in an on-line game. The more packet hungry a game is, the more issues of bandwidth become crucial for high pingers.

A packet is a unit of data encapsulated by a physical network protocol header and/or trailer. In general, the header provides control and routing information for directing the packet through the fabric, while the trailer contains data for ensuring packets are not delivered with corrupted contents. Other "packetized" transport mechanisms include IP, the Internet Protocol, and the new VXA tape format.

A chunk of information sent over a network. Each packet contains the address it is going to, the address of who sent it, and some other information.

Fundamental unit of data handled by networks. When large files are sent over a network, they are first broken down into several smaller packets. The packets are then re-assembled at the remote end. Back

a bundle of data transmitted over a network, including information about where the data came from where it's headed, and other overhead baggage like error-detection aids.

Also known as a "frame," each packet contains addressing and control information. Packets are variable length, up to a maximum size. Packets for different technologies usually have a minimum and maximum size allowed. For example, Ethernet has a minimum of 64 bytes and a maximum length of 1,500 Bytes. The variable length of frames also means variable delays when traversing a network device.

A block of data used for transmission in packet-switched systems.

The smallest unit of data in the TCP/IP protocol. That contains data payload and header information used to route the data and reassemble a complete data stream from many individual packets. Close Window

A packet is a chunk of information sent over a network. Packet-switching is the process by which a carrier breaks up data into these chunks or packets. Each packet contains the address of origin, the address of its destination, and information about how to reunite with other related packets. This process allows packets from many different locations to co-mingle on the same lines and be sorted and directed to different routes by special machines along the way

A specific number of bits of data sent over a link in a packet switched network. A packet contains the data and control information needed for the successful delivery of the packet to the desired address. The terms packet and frame are often used interchangeably.

A piece of a message transmitted over a computer network. Contains not only the message which you are sending but also its destination address.

In a packet-switched network such as the Internet, data is packaged and routed in 'blocks' or packets, each having a header with the network destination address. Packet-switched networks are also described as 'connectionless', because the paths selected by routers can vary from moment to moment as each router is updated with current network information.

From Glossary of "Weaving the Web" ( 1999-07-23) A unit into which information is divided for transmission across the Internet.

A piece of a message transmitted over a packet-switching network. A packet contains not only data but also its destination address on the network.

Information moves around the Internet in 'packets'; chunks of data each with their own destination address. Think of packets as sealed envelopes containing data, with addresses written on them. They all go through the system, and usually end up at the correct destination. The more envelopes the system must handle, the slower the process becomes.

Before any data is sent across a network it is broken down into smaller pieces - known as packets. Each packet is transmitted individually and then reassembled by the recipient computer back into its original form.

A unit of data sent across a network. Information sent over the Internet (and many other networks) in packets is split up into pieces and reassembled when it reaches its destination.

Logical grouping of information that includes a header containing control information and (usually) user data. Packets are most often used to refer to network layer units of data. The terms datagram, frame, message, and segment are also used to describe logical information groupings at various layers of the OSI reference model and in various technology circles. See also PDU.

The unit of data that is routed between an origin and a destination on the Internet or any other packet-switched network. When any file (e-mail message, HTML file, etc.) is sent from one place to another, it is divided into individual packets that may travel different routes through the Internet or network and then are reassembled into the original file at the receiving end.

Continuous sequence of binary digits of information is switched through the network and an integral unit. Consists of up to 1024 bits (128 octets) of customer data plus additional transmission and error control information.

A unit of data sent across a network. Packet is a generic term used to describe a unit of data at any layer of the OSI protocol stack, but it is most correctly used to describe application layer data units (application protocol data units, APDUs).

A way of organizing data for transmission to break larger data streams up into smaller bundles that are pieced back together by the recipient based on header, text, and trailer information in each packet. Packet based networks are typically “always on” and do not require the user to initiate a dial-in to connect to the server.

A chunk of data organized in a block for transmission over an IP network. Usually contains header information with origin and source address, and uses error-correction technology to limit the loss of packets. With real-time delivery, the amount of error-correction is low and packets can be lost if there is network congestion.

A packet is a bundle of data that is transferred across a network. A packet contains information to show where it has come from and its destination.

Generic term for a bundle of data, organized in a specific way for transmission. A packet consists of the data to be transmitted and certain control information, including the destination address.

Unit of data that is routed between an origin and a destination on the Internet or any other packet-switched network. Each packet is separately numbered and includes the Internet address of the destination. The individual packets for a given file may travel different routes through the Internet. When they have all arrived, they are reassembled into the original file.

A group of information that is transmitted as a unit over communications lines. Contains a header plus payload.

When you retrieve a document via a network, the document is sent in "packets" which fit in between other messages on the telecommunications lines, and then are reassembled when they arrive at your end. This occurs using TCP/IP protocol. The packets may be sent via different paths on the networks which carry the Internet. If any of these packets gets delayed, your document cannot be reassembled and displayed. This is called a "packet jam." You can often resolve packet jams by pressing STOP then RELOAD. RELOAD requests a fresh copy of the document.

A packet is the unit of data that is routed between an origin and a destination on the Internet or any other packet-switched network. When any file (e-mail message, HTML file, Graphics Interchange Format file, Uniform Resource Locator request, and so forth) is sent from one place to another on the Internet, the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) layer of TCP/IP divides the file into "chunks" of an efficient size for routing. Each of these packets is separately numbered and includes the Internet address of the destination.

A bundle of data transmitted across a network. It contains the source address (where the packet has come from) the destination address (where it's going to) a packet identifier (what sort of packet it is) and the data being sent.

A digital “package” of data that allows for more efficient use of radio spectrum and routing over a network, such as the Internet or wireless networks. Each packet is assigned a unique number for routing as well as the Internet address which identifies the packetâ€(tm)s destination. Packets differ in size and in the amount of bits/bytes that they hold.

The "data" unit carried on a link layer. A packet, on an IP network, consists of an entire IP datagram or a fragment of a datagram.

A contiguous sequence of bits or bytes comprising all or part of a message communicated on a network.

A single block of data, packaged and passed over a network. For example, small amounts of data from one computer are placed in a packet, addressed to another computer, and sent to that computer over a network.

An `envelope¿ or block of data sent over a network; each packet contains addressing information as well as the data being sent.

The elementary unit of data transferred on the Internet or any packet-switched network.

A chunk of data that is sent over a network, whether it's the Internet or wireless network. Packet data is the basis for packet-switched networks, which are under development in the United States as a faster, more reliable method of transferring wireless data than a circuit-switched network. Packet-switched networks eliminate the need to dial in to send or receive information because they are "always on," transferring data without the need to dial. The packets that hold data depend on the size of the data involved; "chunks" are broken down into an efficient size for routing. Each of these packets has a separate number and carries the Internet address for which it is destined.

Data is transmitted over a network in groups or bursts called Packets. Same as single sentance or phrase in a conversation. A packet will have a header that indicates where it is from and where it is going. This header is used along the way for routing and is used by other computers to identify packets addressed to them.

A self-contained block of information containing control and user information that is transmitted across a network

The unit of data transmission on the Internet. A packet consists of the data being transferred with additional overhead information, such as the transmitting and receiving addresses.

A piece of data transmitted over a packet-switching network. One of the key features of a packet is that it contains the network address of where the data is to be sent.

the most popular form of digital mode communications, in which computers communicate via radio to exchange data "packets"

A chunk of data sent across a network; in packet switching the data being transmitted from one computer to another is broken into packets; each packet has the addresses of its origin and where it is going. These chunks mingle in the same lines and are directed and sorted along the way. This system allows more than one person on a line at the same time.

The block of control information and data for one transaction between a host and its network. Packets are the exchange medium used by processes to send and receive data through Internet networks. A packet is sent from a source to a destination.

Strings of bits that contain information and a network address that are routed over different paths on the Internet according to a specific communications protocol.

A small "chunk" of electronic information which is traveling over a computer network (such as the Internet). Documents shared across the Internet are first broken up into packets before sending them to increase the reliability of communication. When Matt used FTP to download a graphics file, he noticed that when the transfer was completed his screen showed that "3562 packets had been successfully received." He wasn't sure what packet meant, but he liked the word "successful" in describing the results of the download

A unit of transmission in data communications. The TCP/IP protocol breaks large data files into smaller chunks for sending over a network so that less data will have to be re-transmitted if errors occur.

A piece of a message transmitted over a packet-switching network that contains the destination address as well as the data.

A chunk of information sent over a network. Each packet contains the address that it's going to and the address from which it came.

The unit of information by which the network communicates. A single network message with its associated header, addressing information, data, and optional trailer. A packet can also be called a frame or datagram.

Packet is a piece of a message transmitted over a packet switching network.

A set of recorded link, run-in, data, and run-out blocks.

A unit or "manageable chunk" of data into which complete messages are divided to be routed across the Internet or other TCP/IP network.

A basic unit of information, transmitted over a computer network.

An Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) network layer transmission unit that consists of binary information representing both data and a header containing an identification number, source and destination addresses, and error-control data. See also: Internet Protocol (IP); packet header; packet switching; switching hub

switching technology that transfers information across the Net in programs, files, or listings.

Data packets and local packets. Data packets are chunks of data transiting the router as they are forwarded from the source to a destination. Local packets are chunks of data that are destined for or sent by the Routing Engine.

A block of data handled by a network in a well-defined format that includes a header and a data field. In this course it refers to the unit transmitted over the LAN medium.

2,048 bytes from a single stream aligned to a DVD sector.

A low-level unit of DVD-Video (MPEG) data storage containing contiguous bytes of data belonging to a single elementary stream such as video, audio, control, and so forth. Packets are grouped into packs.

A unit of transmission over a network. The data to be transmitted is split into packets, which are sent individually over the network.

A unit of information formatted according to specific protocols that allow precise transmittal of data from one node in a network to another. Also called a datagram or a data packet, it contains two parts: a header and a payload. The header is like an envelope; the payload is the contents. In Internet Protocol, any message that is larger than 1,500 bytes gets fragmented into packets for transmission.

Any block of data sent over a network. Each packet contains information about the sender and the receiver, and error-control information, in addition to the actual message. Packets may be fixed-or v ... more

A block of data with a known structure, usually used to denote elements of a stream.

A unit of data used to send information across the Internet. Most types of network communications use the Transport Control Protocol (TCP) layer of the TCP/IP protocol to split messages into a number of discrete packets before transmitting them.

In data communications, a sequence of binary digits, including data and control signals, that is transmitted and switched as a composite whole. The packet contains data, control signals, and possibly error control information, arranged in a specific format.

The unit of data sent across a network.

A group of bits, including data and control signals, arranged in a specific format and transmitted as a whole. The structure of a packet depends on the protocol. In general, a packet includes three principal elements: control information (such as destination, origin, length of packet), data to be transmitted, and error detection and correction bits. An information block identified by a label at layer 3 of the OSI reference model.

A sequenced of digitized information that is sent and switched as a unit. Computer data is sent via packets. The traffic on the network is divided into small pieces called packets that are multiplexed onto high capacity inter machine connections. A packet, which usually contains only a few hundred bytes of data, carries identification that enables computers on the network to know whether it is destined for them or how to send it on to its correct destination.

A fixed block of data transmission which also contains identity and routing information.

A small package of data. TCP/IP breaks messages up into packets, and sends each packet independently to the message destination. The protocol ensures that there is no error in transmission and that the entire message arrives.

A networking transmission unit of fixed maximum size that consists of binary information representing both data, addressing information and error-correction information, created by the data-link layer.

A block of data sent over a network containing the identities of the sender and receiver and content.

a small vessel employed to carry mail

a small pack, package, or parcel: in earliest use applied to a parcel of lettersor dispatches, and especially to the state parcel or 'mail' of dispatches to and from foreign countries

a boat for carrying mail

a boat that plies a regular passenger route

an obsolete term referring to ship which carries passenger, cargo and mail on a regular run; also known as packet ship or packet boat

a ship running regular, usually short-distance routes to carry mail and passengers.

1) A presorted selection of all-different stamps, a common and economical way to begin a general collection; 2) a ship operating on a regular schedule and contracted by a government or post office to carry mail.

An envelope or package of stamps, offered for sale by a dealer. A packet generally refers to a package with no duplicates.

In a shared media network, when one station wishes to send a message to another station, it uses the network software to put the message in an "envelope." This envelope is called a packet.

represents a movement of ‘containers’. It is linked to a flight number, truck registration, train or sea vessel details. It is the outer most envelope of freight movement information.