backhaul


(1) In wireless network technology, to transmit voice and data traffic from a cell site to a switch, i.e., from a remote site to a central site.

(2) In satellite technology, to transmit data to a point from which it can be uplinked to a satellite.

(3) To transmit data to a network backbone.

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