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1 introduction to ppp, Figure 4 system – ZyXEL Communications ISDN Terminal Adapter Omni.Net Lite User Manual

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Figure 4 System

2.4 RS-232 Port: Local DN (Directory Number) and Call Type

This section shows you how to configure the data call number and type.

2.4.1 Introduction to PPP

Point-To-Point Protocol (PPP) is designed for simple one-to-one links. These links provide
full-duplex, simultaneous, bi-directional operation, and are assumed to deliver packets in
order. PPP is intended to provide a common solution for easy connection for a wide variety of
hosts, bridges and routers.

In the process of configuring, maintaining and terminating the point-to-point link, PPP goes
through several distinct phases, as specified in the following simplified state diagram: