Chapter 27. PPP
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## Chapter 27. PPP

## 27.1. Synopsis

FreeBSD supports the Point-to-Point (PPP) protocol which can be used to establish a network or Internet connection using a dial-up modem. This chapter describes how to configure modem-based communication services in FreeBSD.

After reading this chapter, you will know:

- How to configure, use, and troubleshoot a PPP connection.

- How to set up PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE).

- How to set up PPP over ATM (PPPoA).

Before reading this chapter, you should:

- Be familiar with basic network terminology.

- Understand the basics and purpose of a dial-up connection and PPP.

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