half-duplex

Also found in: Acronyms, Wikipedia

0.02 sec.

half-duplex

The transmission of data in both directions, but only one direction at a time. For example, two-way radio (push-to-talk phones) use half-duplex communications. When one party speaks, the other party listens. Contrast with full-duplex. See push-to-talk.

(communications)

half-duplex - (hdx, from telegraphy) 1. A type of communication channel using a single circuit which can carry data in either direction but not both directions at once.

Compare: simplex, full-duplex.

2. An obsolete term for local echo.

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.

?Page tools

Printer friendly
Cite / link

Email
Feedback

? Mentioned in

? References in periodicals archive

duplex
half-duplex circuit
HDX

pseudo-duplexing
V.17
V.23

The interface standard allows for a data transfer rate of up to 400 MB/s half-duplex and up to 800 MB/s full-duplex, per port.

Hitachi delivers extreme performance and reliability with new 15K RPM ... by EDP Weekly's IT Monitor

In fact, media converters can function in either half-duplex or full-duplex mode.

USING MEDIA CONVERTER TECHNOLOGY FOR COPPER TO FIBRE CONNECTIVITY by Stange, Stephen / Computer Technology Review

Convert to Cellular -- Gives users the ability to convert a half-duplex PTT conversation to a full-duplex group conference call.

Kodiak Networks and ZTE Corp. Announce Global Licensing Agreement for ... by Business Wire

More results

Encyclopedia browser

? Full browser

half-cell
half-cell potential
half-convergency
half-course
half-crown
half-cycle transmission
half-dog setscrew
half-duplex
half-duplex circuit
half-duplex operation
half-duplex repeater
half-hard
half-hardy plant
half-header
half-height drive

Encyclopedia

Free Tools:	For surfers: Free toolbar & extensions \| Word of the Day \| Help For webmasters: Free content \| Linking \| Lookup box \| Double-click lookup \| Partner with us

All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. Terms of Use.