A terminal server is a specialized computer which aggregates multiple communication channels together. Because these channels are bidirectional, two models emerge: Multiple entities connecting to a single resource, and a single entity connecting to multiple resources. Both of these models are widely used. Both physical and virtual resources can be provided through a terminal server:
centralized computing can provide multiple users access to a remote virtual operating system. Access Providers often use terminal servers to terminate physical connections to their customers, for example customers who get Internet through some form of
modem.
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A device which connects many
terminals (
serial lines) to a
local area network through one network connection. A terminal server can also connect many network users to its asynchronous ports for
dial-out capabilities and printer access.
(1995-02-16)
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