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Modem

Modem

Short for Modulator/Demodulator. A modem allows allows data to be transmitted over an analogue stream (typically a phone line) to another modem where the data is reconstituted.

See also: analogue modem, cable modem.

Relevant links:

• www.v90.com - Information about the V90 modem standard.

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