Cable, Network Acronyms, Glossary and Terms - M
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MAC: Medium, Media Access Control, the lower sublayer
of the OSI data link layer
Mini-jack Connector: |
A mono or stereo audio connection. Available in 6.3mm
also know as 1/4 inch, 3.5 mm in diameter and 2.5mm, this is often used in low
end audio such as computers and headphones. |
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MODEM: An acronym for MOdulate/DEModulate. Modems are data communications
devices that convert digital signals to analogue signals for transmission over
analogue public telephone networks.
Modular Plug and Jack Type
MMP: Modified Modular Plug is a proprietary
variation of the 6 position plug which was developed by Digital Equipment Corporation,
DEC.
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