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Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)

Explanation Posted: 12/02/01

A high-speed, connection-oriented switching and multiplexing technology for transmitting information across a wide area or local area network. ATM divides information into fixed-length cells capable of transmitting different types of traffic simultaneously, including voice, video, and data.

 

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