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Definition(s):

The entry or exit point from a computer for connecting communications or peripheral devices.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-82 Rev. 2 from The Automation, Systems, and Instrumentation Dictionary
NISTIR 8183 from NIST SP 800-82 Rev. 2
NISTIR 8183 Rev. 1 from NIST SP 800-82 Rev. 2

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