What is 'data channel' in SAP EP-PIN - Portal Infrastructure?

data channel - Overview

• Component: EP-PIN

• Component Name: Portal Infrastructure

• Description: An extra channel, apart from the main communication channel here the browser HTTP connections, which allows independent communication between two peers here front-end and web server.

data channel - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Data channel is a component of the SAP Enterprise Portal (EP) PIN Portal Infrastructure. It is a communication channel that enables the exchange of data between the portal and external systems. It is used to integrate the portal with other applications, such as SAP ERP, SAP CRM, and SAP BW. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Data channels are used to transfer data from one system to another. They can be used to transfer data from the portal to an external system, or from an external system to the portal. Data channels can be configured in the EP-PIN Portal Infrastructure using the Data Channel Configuration tool. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When configuring a data channel, it is important to ensure that the data being transferred is secure and that it is being transferred in a timely manner. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data being transferred is accurate and up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on configuring data channels in the EP-PIN Portal Infrastructure, please refer to the SAP Help documentation. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to configure data channels in the EP-PIN Portal Infrastructure.