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modem [mō′dəm] abbreviation for modulate/demodulate. It is a device for transforming serial binary numbers into an audible tone, and vice versa, for transmission over a telephone line to another computer. Also spelled MODEM. modem, n (modulator/demodulator), a device that converts data from a form compatible with computer manipulation to a form compatible with transmission equipment and vice versa. modem Modulator/demodulator Online An acoustic coupling device that converts a computer's digital signals to analog signals, allowing transmission of data through standard telephone lines. See Cable modem, Codec. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| For the ``see'' portion of the testing, Edwards test aircraft will use a data link, a sort of flying computer modem, to exchange information on their location, direction and speed. Our new Realm Online handles all billing needs, including rent rolls, billing register, lease expiration information and security deposit reports - all accessible for updating via computer modem. Instead of a computer modem hooked up to a local telephone line, Time Warner's customers would be provided with a high-speed cable/computer modem that links their personal computer to Time Warner's fiber optic/coaxial network. |
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