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smartmodem

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A modem controlled through a simple command language, rather than by manual switches.

Examples

“Finally, some modems, and most smartmodems, come⟳ equipped with a row of status lights on the front of the modem, which make⟳ it easy to see⟳ what it is doing.”
“In the previous section, we discussed the two basic types of modems, smartmodems and acoustic coupled modems. Remember⟳ that smartmodems require⟳ they be plugged directly into the phone line.”
“The M2DM system comprised a Web access^([sic]), a CTI service based on an Interactive Voice response system and a smartmodem located at home. The Web pages were optimized for different access modalities, including mobile devices.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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