Telephone Technology

Definition

Telephone technology refers to systems and devices used for telecommunication - specifically for transmitting and receiving voice messages over distance.

Analogy

Imagine telephone technology as a long string connecting two cans; when one person speaks into their can (or phone), their voice travels along the string (or phone line) so that the other person can hear them on their end.

Related terms

Telegraphy: This is a method of communication that involves sending coded messages over long distances using wires. It's like sending text messages but with Morse code instead of emojis!

Cellular Network: A cellular network is a communication network where the last link is wireless. It's like having invisible strings connecting our phones allowing us to communicate without being physically connected.

VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol): VoIP allows people to make voice calls using a broadband internet connection instead of a regular phone line. It's like sending your voice as an email!