Definitions for "Front end processor"
A dedicated computer programmed to provide an interface to and an offload for another computer in a communications network. The FEP performs such functions as message handling, code conversion and error control.
A hardware device linked to one or more host computers; performs data-communications and network-processing functions for the attached computers. In IBM SNA networks, an IBM 3725 or 3745 communications controller.
(FEP) - A communications computer, associated with a host computer, that manages the lines and routing of data through the network.
A piece of software present on a target phone that allows the user to enter handwriting and for it to be converted transparently into text input. See also: composition text