A method of completing connections that uses another path when the primary circuit is unavailable, out of service, or busy.
A mechanism that supports the use of a new signal path after an attempt to transmit the signal down a previously selected path fails.
Safety technique enabling communication to continue iii the event of node failure or congestion. The network design allows for alternate paths through the network to arrive at the same destination.
In switching, alternate routing is the choice of the next-best path when the best path is blocked.
A mechanism that supports the use of a new path after an attempt to set up a connection along a previously selected path fails.
Routing a call or message over a substitute route when a primary route is unavailable for immediate use.
The routing of a call or message over a substitute route when an established route has failed, is busy, or is otherwise unavailable for immediate use.
Routing that is less desirable than the normal, but results in identical terms.
A standard feature provided to allow E911 calls to be routed to a designated alternate location if (1)all E911 exchange lines to the primary PSAP (see definition of PSAP below) are busy, or (2) the primary PSAP closes down for a period (night service).
(2006-02-16) Chris Limb A method for varying the route of the traffic in a network in The event of circuit failure or to optimise loading and use of channels.
A routing, usually less preferred than the primary routing, but resulting in an identical item. Alternate routings may be maintained in the computer or off-line via manual methods, but the computer software must be able to accept alternate routings for specific jobs.