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TeraText operation utilises a heavy client server model. A basic setup can consist of a Content Server (CS), Administration Interface, Application Server (AS), Security Server (SLS) and a Boot Server (boots).
Individual servers communicate with each other using the standard Z39.50 protocol. Administration is through the HTTP interface.