Chapter 3: Operating the system
52 Using a computer
Using a computer
Interfaces
The terminal has four LAN connectors for connecting computers or other LAN
equipment.
For information on how to connect to the interfaces, see the installation
manual for the TracPhone FB500 and TracPhone FB250 systems.
Standard or Streaming data on LAN
Definition
The BGAN network supports different classes of data connection to the
Internet. The main classes are Standard data and Streaming data.
•Using a Standard data connection, several users can share the data
connection simultaneously. This type of connection is ideal for TCP/IP
traffic such as e-mail, file transfer, and Internet and intranet access.
The user pays for the amount of data sent and received.
•Using a Streaming data connection, you get an exclusive, high-priority
connection, ensuring seamless transfer of data. This type of connection is
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