limited-distance modem

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limited-distance modem [′lim·əd·əd ¦dis·təns ′mō‚dem]

(communications)

A modem used only for communications within a building in order to improve the signal quality where a long distance exists between the terminal and the computer.

(computer science)

A device designed to transmit and receive signals over relatively short distances, typically less than 5 miles (8 kilometers). Abbreviated LDM. Also known as line driver.

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