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probeA small utility program that is used to investigate, or test, the status of a system, network or Web site. Probes are mostly used for lawful purposes to determine if a device is functional. They can also be used by crackers to locate weaknesses in the system. A Web probe analyzes a Web site and reports data such as response time, security protocols supported and type of Web server. See ping. probe 1. Surgery a slender and usually flexible instrument for exploring a wound, sinus, etc. 2. Electronics a lead connecting to or containing a measuring or monitoring circuit used for testing 3. Electronics a conductor inserted into a waveguide or cavity resonator to provide coupling to an external circuit 4. any of various devices that provide a coupling link, esp a flexible tube extended from an aircraft to link it with another so that it can refuel
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The ASHRAE research will contribute to this rapidly growing area of cancer treatment by providing medical personnel and instrument manufacturers with data and tools that will improve cryosurgical probe designs. nbsp;of localized prostate cancer, primary treatment only, and ultrasonic guidance for interstitial cryosurgical probe placement. Cryotherapy involves the placement of cryosurgical probes into the prostate to freeze and destroy the tumor. |
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