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subnet

subnet

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A net formed from another by changing its index to study limits in topology
  • noun
  • /ˈsʌbˌnɛt/
  • Specialized
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  • In topology, every convergent net has a convergent subnet with the same limit.

Examples

  • A subnet can be created by reindexing an existing net.

  • The proof relies on constructing a subnet that preserves the convergence properties of the original net.

  • Mathematicians often use a subnet to generalize results about sequences to more abstract spaces.

  • Did you understand how to define a subnet?

  • In computer networking, a subnet is created by dividing a larger network into smaller, manageable parts.

  • We implemented a new security protocol for each subnet to enhance our network's safety.

  • To optimize performance, the IT team reorganized the subnet within the main office network.

Surface Forms

subnet singular
subnets plural

Morphology

subnet = net (semi-transparent) = sub + net

Formally analyzable as 'sub-' + 'net', but the topology/mathematical meaning (net as a generalization of sequence and the specific construction by reindexing) is specialized and not predictable by general English word-formation rules.

Etymology

Subnet comes from the first part sub- meaning 'part of' and net meaning 'net'. A helpful way to remember it in math is to think of a subset or subsequence, a smaller net taken from a larger net that keeps the same limit.