Network Ports 5.2.3

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Flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to network ports and port forwarding.

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Network Ports

Unique numbers assigned by the operating system to different types of network traffic to direct information on a network.

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Closed Ports

Ports that are turned off, meaning access is not allowed.

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Port Forwarding

The process of directing packets of information to a different address, similar to instructing a mail carrier to send mail to a new address.

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Port 3389

The common port used for Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) on a graphical user interface (GUI), allowing connection to any Windows computer globally.

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Unassigned Port Numbers

Port numbers that revert to a state of no assignment once a service is done using them.