modem-friendly
|mo/dem/friend/ly|
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/ˈmoʊdəm ˈfrɛndli/
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/ˈməʊdəm ˈfrɛndli/
optimized for modem use
Etymology
'modem-friendly' originates from the combination of 'modem,' a device for modulating and demodulating signals, and 'friendly,' meaning easy to use or compatible.
'Modem' comes from the words 'modulate' and 'demodulate,' while 'friendly' has been used in English since the Middle Ages to denote compatibility or ease of use.
Initially, 'modem-friendly' referred to content that could be easily transmitted over dial-up connections, but now it generally refers to any content optimized for low bandwidth.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed to be compatible with or easily used by modems, often referring to digital content that can be efficiently transmitted over a modem connection.
The website is modem-friendly, ensuring quick loading times even on slower connections.
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Last updated: 2025/02/12 09:34