ppp | Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) - daemon | Mehr ...
The Point-to-Point Protocol provides a standard way to transmit datagrams over a serial link, as well as a standard way for the machines at either end of the link to negotiate various optional characteristics of the link. . This package is most commonly used to manage a modem for dial-up or certain kinds of broadband connections.
ppp-dev | Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) - development files | Mehr ...
The Point-to-Point Protocol provides a standard way to transmit datagrams over a serial link, as well as a standard way for the machines at either end of the link to negotiate various optional characteristics of the link. . This package provides files needed to build pppd-related software.