plural modems
: a device that converts signals produced by one type of device (such as a computer) to a form compatible with another (such as a telephone) and that is used especially to transmit and receive information between computers via landlines
modemed; modeming; modems
: to send (something, such as data) via a modem
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PCMAG, 13 Mar. 2025
In the ever-expanding universe of obsolete sounds, few can compare to the confident yawp of a dial-up modem.
—Adrienne Lafrance, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2025
If this is the case, be careful about selecting a modem because not all modems support digital voice service.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2025
The new smartphone features Apple's first cellular modem, Apple C1.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025
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These results highlight the modem's ability to provide consistent, though not record-setting, performance across devices and locations.
—PCMAG, 13 Mar. 2025
In the ever-expanding universe of obsolete sounds, few can compare to the confident yawp of a dial-up modem.
—Adrienne Lafrance, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2025
If this is the case, be careful about selecting a modem because not all modems support digital voice service.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2025
The new smartphone features Apple's first cellular modem, Apple C1.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for modem
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“Modem.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/modem. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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