Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dial-up
noun
/ˈdaɪəl ʌp/
Definition
A method of connecting to the internet using a standard phone line and a modem.
Examples
- When I was young, we had to use dial-up to get online, and it was so slow compared to today’s broadband.
- The sound of the modem connecting is a nostalgic memory from the dial-up era.
- Many rural areas still rely on dial-up connections due to limited high-speed internet availability.
Meaning
Dial-up refers to a type of internet connection established by dialing a phone number using a modem to connect to an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Synonyms
- Modem connection
- Phone line connection
