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circuit switching

Title English: 
circuit switching
Definition English: 
Temporary direct connection of one or more channels between two or more points to provide the user with exclusive use of an open channel with which to exchange information. A discrete circuit path is set up between the incoming and outgoing lines, in contrast to message switching and packet-switching, in which no such physical path is established. Also called line switching.
Title Arabic: 
ابتدال الدارات
Domain: 
Information Technology
Subject: 
ICT Applications
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Term
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