twisted pair en · NOUN
Meanings
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(countable, uncountable) A form of electrical connection in which two insulated conductors are twisted together for the purpose of improving immunity to interference.
Twisted pairs are major components of the public telephone network. They are the dominant bearers in the local loop. In addition, twisted pairs are used extensively for on-premises wiring for enterprise installations.
2004, E. Bryan Carne, A Professional's Guide to Data Communication in a TCP/IP World:
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Translations (4)
fr paire torsadée (electrical connection) · es par trenzado (electrical connection) · fi parikaapeli (electrical connection) · mk усучена парица (electrical connection)