Defining the Extra Terminal service or Extra Terminal Permanent Connection service enables you to integrate an Extra Terminal with the Real-Time Designer system.
The Extra Terminal service creates a session for each function that is called. The session disconnects and reconnects for each new function called. The Extra Terminal Permanent Connection service creates a continuous session, and disconnects the session with the terminal only after all functions are called.
The Extra Terminal Permanent Connection service also includes additional functions (see Functionality of Extra Terminal and Extra Terminal Permanent Connection Service).
From APA 7.7, a Permanent Connection parameter was added that enables you to use a permanent connection to the terminal, without the need for using the Extra Terminal Permanent Connection type. If this is set to False, the functionality for APA 7.6 and earlier is retained.
Deciding which service to use depends on the project. The default option is Extra Terminal Service. Please consult with a NICE expert before switching to Extra Terminal Permanent Connection.
