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bearer channel

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bearer channel
One of the data-carrying channels in an ISDN service. See ISDN.
(communications)bearer channel - Originally, a channel suited for carrying one voice-grade connection. Typically a DS0 channel.

Compare data channel.


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Channel B, or the Bearer Channel, is used for the actual sending out of the information while the Delta Channel (channel D) is mainly for control and signal operations.
The bearer channel is capable of transmitting data at 64 Kbps using switched digital connections.
Though users manage their calls and configure their preferences over the Internet via a web-based interface, the services are actually transferred to the PSTN bearer channel, so that voice quality is maintained along with all the advanced features.
 
 
 
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