permanent virtual circuit (PVC)

Definition

Dedicated logical channel that is 'permanently' defined in the routing tables of a physical network as a circuit. Once defined, a PVC does not need any set up or disconnect operation for data transmission, and is used in packet-switched networks such as frame relay and TCP/IP.


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