Glossary of Terms
Chapter 460
Session
Each service provided by the client to a dial-in user
constitutes a session, with the beginning of the session
defined as the point where service is first provided and
the end of the session defined as the point where
service is ended. A user may have multiple sessions in
parallel or series if the RADIUS client supports that
feature.
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
Provides a mechanism for a centrally located
management workstation to monitor the activity of
remote computers and network services.
Simultaneous Access Token
The concept of token helps define and enforce policies
in regard to modem pool sharing among various
participating institutions. A simultaneous access token
is required when a user accesses a non-priority modem.
Tokens are allocated to realms and are grouped into
pools. The total number of tokens a realm has is
defined by the HP-UX Server so that the LAS may
control simultaneous use, abbreviated as SAT.
SLA
Service Level Agreement.
SLS
Service Level Specification.
Token
See Simultaneous Access Token.
Token Pool
A token pool contains a number of tokens belonging to
some organization and having a given name. These
tokens may be shared among one or more realms.
Tunneling
A secure connection between a client workstation and
an intranet or other network, that provides a VPN to a
user. This connection may be a voluntary tunnel
