Word of the Day – May 2, 2026

Terminal Server

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Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Asset A terminal server (also referred to as a serial server or console server network access server) enables organizations to connect devices with an RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 serial interface to a local area network (LAN). (used 96 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology

Other Forms

Type Other Form
Plural Terminal Servers
Plural Possessive Terminal Servers'
Possessive Terminal Server's

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