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dial–up
adjective \ˈdī(-ə)l-ˌəp\
computers : done using an ordinary telephone line
Full Definition of DIAL-UP
: relating to or being a standard telephone line used for computer communications; also : accessible via a standard telephone line <a dial–up Internet provider>
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First Known Use of DIAL-UP
1961
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