Term: Acoustic Modem
Description:
An acoustic modem is a device that converts digital data into sound waves for transmission over a telephone line and vice versa. It is primarily used to establish data communication in areas where traditional wired or wireless internet connections are not available or feasible.
Sample Sentences:
- The research team used an acoustic modem to send underwater seismic data to their base station.
- Due to its ability to transmit data through sound, an acoustic modem is commonly used in marine environments for underwater data communication.
- Before the introduction of broadband, many remote areas relied on acoustic modems to establish internet connectivity.
- The sailor used an acoustic modem to connect his laptop to the internet while out at sea.
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