UK Telecoms and ICT Index and Links - L
LAN - Local Area Network
A network that connects computers in one location together, primarily for the sharing of resources and exchange of information.
| external links: | Equiinet Equiinet supply server appliances which make Internet connectivity, the administration of security and control of users easier for non-technical business managers. |
| information sheets: | VoIP, Voice over Internet Protocol and Internet telephony What is a server appliance - and why do you need one? |
| related index entries: | NETWORK |
LANDLINE
A wired communications link, such as a standard telephone line or via a cable operator.
| information sheets: | uk residential fixed land line telephone and broadband services |
LCR - Least Cost Routing
An automated function which routes out-going calls via the cheapest telecoms operator available, usually by dialing a prefix to the telephone number.
| external links: | Uswitch Ofcom approved comparison site for residential consumers but will come up with companies who also offer competitive small business solutions |
| FAQs: | What's this about dialling a prefix before the number, to be billed by a different telco? |
| related index entries: | CALL ROUTING CPS - Carrier Pre Selection |
LEASED LINE
A permanently open, high bandwidth line that can be used to give an "always on" connection to the Internet or between two offices. Typically leased lines are from 64 Kbps, but can be up to multi-Mbps depending on the size of the organisation and usage. Also known as a private circuit.
LOCAL LOOP
The local circuit connection between the customer and the customer's nearest telephone exchange office. Usually constructed of copper wires.
| external links: | Oftel's Local Loop Unbundling Fact Sheet This Fact Sheet in the Oftel archive on the Ofcom website gives an overview and some details of the LLU process. |
| information sheets: | What is the local loop and why is it being unbundled? |
| related index entries: | RADSL - Rate Adaptive DSL |
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