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LocalTalk

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LocalTalk
A LAN access method from Apple that uses twisted pair wires and transmits at 230,400 bps. It runs under AppleTalk and uses a daisy chain topology that can connect up to 32 devices within a distance of 1,000 feet. Third party products allow it to hook up with bus, passive star and active star topologies. Apple's LocalTalk PC Card lets a PC gain access to an AppleTalk network. See LAP.
(networking)LocalTalk - An Apple Computer network standard using Apple Computer's own networking hardware.

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