Common use of ODUF Physical File Characteristics Clause in Contracts

ODUF Physical File Characteristics. 6.2.1 ODUF will be distributed to Freedom via Secure File Transfer Protocol (FTP). The ODUF feed will be a variable block format. The data on the ODUF feed will be in a non-compacted EMI format (175 byte format plus modules). It will be created on a daily basis Monday through Friday except holidays. Details such as dataset name and delivery schedule will be addressed during negotiations of the distribution medium. There will be a maximum of one dataset per workday per OCN. If BellSouth determines the Secure FTP Mailbox is nearing capacity levels, BellSouth may move the customer to CONNECT:Direct file delivery. 6.2.2 If the customer is moved, CONNECT:Direct data circuits (private line or dial-up) will be required between BellSouth and Freedom for the purpose of data transmission. Where a dedicated line is required, Freedom will be responsible for ordering the circuit, overseeing its installation and coordinating the installation with BellSouth. Freedom will also be responsible for any charges associated with this line. Equipment required on the BellSouth end to attach the line to the mainframe computer and to transmit messages successfully on an ongoing basis will be negotiated on an individual case basis. Any costs incurred for such equipment will be Freedom's responsibility. Where a dial-up facility is required, dial circuits will be installed in the BellSouth data center by BellSouth and the associated charges assessed to Freedom. Additionally, all message toll charges associated with the use of the dial circuit by Freedom will be the responsibility of Freedom. Associated equipment on the BellSouth end, including a modem, will be negotiated on an individual case basis between the Parties. All equipment, including modems and software, that is required on Freedom end for the purpose of data transmission will be the responsibility of Freedom. 6.2.3 If Freedom utilizes FTP for data file transmission, purchase of the FTP software will be the responsibility of Freedom.

ODUF Physical File Characteristics. 6.2.1 ODUF will be distributed to Freedom Metro Teleconnect via Secure File Transfer Protocol (FTP). The ODUF feed will be a variable block format. The data on the ODUF feed will be in a non-compacted EMI format (175 byte format plus modules). It will be created on a daily basis Monday through Friday except holidays. Details such as dataset name and delivery schedule will be addressed during negotiations of the distribution medium. There will be a maximum of one dataset per workday per OCN. If BellSouth determines the Secure FTP Mailbox is nearing capacity levels, BellSouth may move the customer to CONNECT:Direct file delivery. 6.2.2 If the customer is moved, CONNECT:Direct data circuits (private line or dial-up) will be required between BellSouth and Freedom Metro Teleconnect for the purpose of data transmission. Where a dedicated line is required, Freedom Metro Teleconnect will be responsible for ordering the circuit, overseeing its installation and coordinating the installation with BellSouth. Freedom Metro Teleconnect will also be responsible for any charges associated with this line. Equipment required on the BellSouth end to attach the line to the mainframe computer and to transmit messages successfully on an ongoing basis will be negotiated on an individual case basis. Any costs incurred for such equipment will be FreedomMetro Teleconnect's responsibility. Where a dial-up facility is required, dial circuits will be installed in the BellSouth data center by BellSouth and the associated charges assessed to FreedomMetro Teleconnect. Additionally, all message toll charges associated with the use of the dial circuit by Freedom Metro Teleconnect will be the responsibility of FreedomMetro Teleconnect. Associated equipment on the BellSouth end, including a modem, will be negotiated on an individual case basis between the Parties. All equipment, including modems and software, that is required on Freedom Metro Teleconnect end for the purpose of data transmission will be the responsibility of FreedomMetro Teleconnect. 6.2.3 If Freedom Metro Teleconnect utilizes FTP for data file transmission, purchase of the FTP software will be the responsibility of FreedomMetro Teleconnect.