simplex connection

[ˈsɪmplɛks kəˈnɛkʃən]
nounpl: simplex connections
conexão simplex
1. A communication channel that allows data transmission in only one direction at a time, requiring alternation between sending and receiving
A simplex connection requires the parties to take turns communicating, unlike a full duplex connection where both can communicate simultaneously.
Uma conexão simplex exige que as partes se alternem na comunicação, diferentemente de uma conexão full duplex onde ambos podem se comunicar simultaneamente.
2. In telecommunications and networking, a unidirectional data link where information flows in only one predetermined direction
Radio broadcasts operate on a simplex connection model where the station transmits and listeners receive only.
As transmissões de rádio operam em um modelo de conexão simplex onde a estação transmite e os ouvintes apenas recebem.
This is a specialized technical term used primarily in telecommunications, networking, and IT industries in both Brazil and the United States. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation but is standard terminology in academic and professional settings related to data communications and network engineering.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
one-way connectionunidirectional communicationhalf-duplex communication (in some contexts)
Antonyms / Antônimos
duplex connectionfull duplex connectionbidirectional connection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
conexão simplex
Standard technical term used in telecommunications and IT sectors
Portugal
ligação simplex
Alternative technical term, slightly more common in European Portuguese
São Paulo
conexão simplex
Technical jargon commonly used in IT companies and telecommunications

Related Words

duplexhalf-duplexfull duplextransmissionbandwidthcommunication protocoldata link
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