Wake-on-LAN is a 
PC computer network adapter which allows 
IT network managers to send a packet and power on dormant client machines. It is an 
Intel Wired for Management System product. It was developed as part of the 
IBM and Intel Advanced Manageability Alliance.
WOR (Wake-on-Ring) or WOM (Wake-on-Modem)are remote pc wake up from a DialUp Modem .
 
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