Editing Switched loop

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In [[telephony]], a '''Switched loop''' is a [[telecommunication circuit|circuit]] that automatically releases a [[telecommunication connection|connection]] from an [[attendant console]] or [[telephone switchboard|switchboard]], once the connection has been made to the appropriate [[terminal (telecommunication)|terminal]]. 

[[loop (telecommunication)|Loop]] buttons or jacks are used to answer incoming listed [[directory number]] calls, dial "0" internal calls, [[Call transfer|transfer]] requests, and intercepted calls. The [[Attendant console|attendant]] can handle only one [[telephone call]] at a time. ''Synonym'': '''released loop'''.

==See also==
*[[Cord circuit]]

==References==
*{{FS1037C}}

[[Category:Telephony equipment]]


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