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Glossary
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Centillion 1200N ATM Switch User Manual
NTP 297-8103-903
LES
LAN Emulation Server: This implements the control coordination function for the
Emulated LAN, examples are enabling a LEC to join an ELAN, resolving MAC to
ATM addresses.
LGN
Logical Group Node: LGN is a single node that represents the lowest level peer
groups in the respective higher level peer group.
LIJP
Leaf Initiated Joint Parameter: Root screening options and Information Element
(IE) instructions carried in SETUP message.
Line Card
A plug-in electronic printed circuit (PC) card that operates lamps, ringing, holding
and other features one or several telephone lines or telephones in a telephone
system.
LINF
Line Interface
Link
An entity that defines a topological relationship (including available transport
capacity) between two nodes in different subnetworks. Multiple links may exist
between a pair of subnetworks. Synonymous with logical link.
Link Aggregation Token
Refer to Aggregation Token.
Link Attribute
A link state parameter that is considered individually to determine whether a given
link is acceptable and/or desirable for carrying a given connection.
Link Connection
A link connection (e.g., at the VP-level) is a connection capable of transferring
information transparently across a link without adding any overhead, such as cells
for purposes for monitoring. It is delineated by connection points at the boundary
of the subnetwork.
