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Aterm

Aterm is a name associated with more than one technology product, most commonly used for a line of networking devices and for a small terminal emulator used on Unix-like systems.

In consumer electronics, Aterm is a brand used by NEC for a range of home networking products.

In computing, aterm refers to a lightweight terminal emulator designed for the X Window System. This program

Because the term Aterm can denote more than one technology product, it may require clarification in context.

The
Aterm
product
family
includes
DSL
and
fiber
modems,
wireless
routers,
and
mobile
broadband
devices
that
are
marketed
for
domestic
and
small-business
use.
These
devices
typically
combine
routing
functionality,
firewall
protection,
and
wireless
access
with
various
input/output
options
such
as
Ethernet
ports
and
USB
connections.
Models
have
supported
evolving
networking
standards
and
services,
and
in
some
markets
are
distributed
or
marketed
in
partnership
with
telecommunications
providers.
provides
basic
terminal
functionality,
emulating
traditional
VT-style
terminals.
It
is
characterized
by
a
small
resource
footprint
and
straightforward
configuration,
making
it
suitable
for
users
seeking
a
minimal,
fast
terminal
option
within
an
X11
environment.
aterm
has
appeared
in
various
Unix-like
operating
systems
and
distributions,
where
it
is
appreciated
for
its
simplicity
relative
to
more
feature-rich
terminal
emulators.
When
encountered,
it
often
refers
either
to
NEC’s
Aterm
networking
devices
or
to
the
aterm
terminal
emulator
used
under
the
X
Window
System.