point of presence
(PoP) A site where there exists a collection of telecommunications equipment,
usually modems, digital leased lines and multi-protocol routers. An Internet
access provider may operate several PoPs distributed throughout their area of
operation to increase the chance that their subscribers will be able to reach
one with a local telephone call. The alternative is for them to use virtual PoPs
(virtual points of presence) via some third party.
(1994-12-13)
Nearby terms:
pointing device « pointing stick « Point Of Contact
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Point-to-Point Protocol » Point-to-Point Protocol
over Ethernet
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