Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tty

noun

/ˈtiːˈtiːˈwaɪ/

Definition

A device or interface used for communicating with a computer.

Examples

In the early days of computing, users relied on tty devices to interact with mainframe computers.
This software emulates a tty, allowing you to work with text-based applications seamlessly.
Modern operating systems often include terminal emulators that mimic the functionality of traditional tty devices.

Meaning

TTY stands for ‘teletypewriter.’ It refers to a device or terminal that allows users to send and receive text-based communication with a computer or over a network.