The PTEPTE The PTE is the termination node of the horizontal network. It is generally located near the electricity meter room within each building, although alternative scenarios are possible. is the termination node of the horizontal networkNetwork In computer language, the term network defines a set of hardware and software devices which, when linked together, enable the exchange and sharing of resources, data or information. In a computer network, the devices that generate, route and terminate data are called network nodes.. It is generally located near the electricity meter room within each building, although alternative scenarios are possible.