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A link is a connection, e.g.: Note 1: In all cases, the type of link, such as data link, downlink, duplex link, fiber optic link, line-of-sight link, point-to-point link, radio link and satellite link, should be identified.

Note 2: A link may be simplex, half-duplex, or duplex.

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