Term |
Definition |
|---|---|
Bit error |
The deviation between a bit that is sent and the bit that is received. Cyclic redundancy checks (CRCs) are commonly used to detect bit errors. |
BER (bit error rate) |
A bit error rate (BER) indicates the probability that incorrect packets are received and packets are discarded. |
Acronym and Abbreviation |
Full Name |
|---|---|
CRC |
cyclic redundancy check |
PW |
pseudo wire |
APS |
Automatic Protection Switching |
AIS |
Alarm Indication Signal |