| Computer Desktop Encyclopedia: half-duplex |
The transmission of data in both directions, but only one direction at a time. For example, two-way radio (push-to-talk phones) use half-duplex communications. When one party speaks, the other party listens. Contrast with full-duplex. See push-to-talk.
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