dedicated line

Reserved communication channel

A dedicated line is a communications circuit reserved exclusively for a single purpose or user, rather than shared with others.

In telecommunications, businesses lease dedicated lines for private phone systems or guaranteed internet bandwidth.

The term implies reliability and consistent availability: We installed a dedicated line for credit card processing.

The concept extends beyond telecom—any resource set aside for exclusive use might be called dedicated.

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exclusivity of use

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Official political position

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Internet via phone line

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