link encryption

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link encryption

The application of online crypto-operation to a link of a communications system so that all information passing over the link is encrypted in its entirety.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.
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I also wanted to add a layer of data protection and integrity via IPsec, in addition to the strong link encryption already provided natively within the CAISI radio.
The automation possible with Passpoint equipment allows mobile operators to 'offload' more users from their mobile broadband networks and features similar levels of security to the cellular network including end-to-end radio link encryption and SIM authentication.
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