Word of the Day – August 6, 2026

direct connection

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Noun A direct connection is a situation in which one computer is directly linked to another computer by a cable instead of a network. This might be using a crossover cable instead of going through an Ethernet switch. This kind of connection is typically faster than using a network. The two computers can transfer data through this method. (used 73 times in citations and controls)

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Plural direct connections
Plural Possessive direct connections'
Possessive direct connection's

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