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A communications arrangement in which data from a source user may be passed to a destination user over various real circuit configurations during a single period of communication. (188) Note: Virtual circuits are generally set up on a per-call basis and are disconnected when the call is terminated; however, a permanent virtual circuit can be established as an option to provide a dedicated link between two facilities. Synonyms logical circuit, logical route.