The operation whereby one information label is combined with another information label. The specific algorithm used to define the result of a combination of two labels is implementation defined [POSIX.6].

The implementation-defined policy that determines to what degree information labels associated with data are automatically adjusted as data flows through the system [POSIX.6].

A formal representation of entities including their properties, relationships and the operations that can be performed on them. The entities can be either real or intangible.

Equipment used to input into or receive output from the telecommunications network. [47 CFR Pt.36-A]

Synonym data processing.

A facility staffed and equipped for processing and distributing information.
Note: An IPC may be geographically distributed.

An entity that collects information and makes it available to Internet users.
Note: The information can be provided directly to users, or provided via an Internet access provider or a content provider. [After 2382-pt.35]

For a frame relay logical connection, the average number of end user bits transferred per second, in one direction, across a user-network interface as measured over an interval of duration 't'. The measurement interval 't' is network dependent. [T1.615-1992]

The protection of information against unauthorized disclosure, transfer, modification, or destruction, whether accidental or intentional.

Synonym source user.