modem eliminator

modem eliminator

[′mō‚dem ə′lim·ə‚nād·ər] (computer science) A device that is used to connect two computers in proximity and that mimics the action of two modems and a telephone line.

modem eliminator

An earlier term for a cable that connects two computers in close proximity without the need of a modem. See null modem cable and crossover cable.