Port Address Translation (PAT): A technique used in networking to enable multiple devices on a private network to share a single public IP address. It is commonly used in home and small business networks to conserve IP addresses and improve network efficiency. For example, a router using PAT can allow multiple devices on a home network to access the Internet using a single public IP address.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D3: Security Architecture | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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