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router [n]
 
1)a worker who routes shipments for distribution and delivery
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2)(computer science) a device that forwards data packets between computer networks
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3)a power tool with a shaped cutter; used in carpentry for cutting grooves
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From The Free On-line Dictionary of Computing: (http://www.foldoc.org/, Editor Denis Howe)

/roo't*/ A device which forwards packets between networks. The forwarding decision is based on network layer information and routing tables, often constructed by routing protocols.

Unix manual page: route(8).

See also bridge, gateway, Exterior Gateway Protocol, Interior Gateway Protocol, flapping router.

(1999-08-24)



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