Network Access
An access network is that part of a telecommunications network which connects subscribers to their immediate service provider. It is contrasted with the core network, (for example the Network Switching Subsystem in GSM) which connects local providers to each other. The access network may be further divided between feeder plant or distribution network, and drop plant or edge network.
Read more about Network Access: Telephone Heritage, Access Process, Charging For Access, Mobile Access Networks, Optical Distribution Network
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