Describes a circuit that connects two points directly, where there are generally no intermediate processing nodes, although there could be switching facilities. See multipoint.
A private, connection with two endpoints.
A video connection between two sites. A point to point call must be originated by one of the two participating sites. Like a normal phone call, both sites CANNOT call each other at the same time, or both will be unable to connect (this is known as "call crashing"; both ends will get a busy signal).
A private circuit, conversation or teleconference in which there is one person at each end, usually connected by some dedicated transmission line. In short, a connection with only two end points.
A data or voice line directly connecting two networks. Often quite expensive, companies will use a point to point line to connect two seperate offices, allowing for dedicated transfer of data and even voice, without the need for extra security, since the line never connects to the Internet.
We use this term for any connection that is from one point to another, such as a T1, DS3, and OC3 etc. These are typically used for business connections and are generally more expensive then residential services.
A dedicated path between two communication devices.
This service requires the incorporation of an earth station as the HUB with connection to needed services. It incorporates various sites with a VSAT to communicate with the HUB.
A videoconference between only two points.
Refers to travelling between two specified locations.
A communications circuit between two terminations which does not connect with a public telephone system.