"crossover cable" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: crossover cables [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} crossover cable (plural crossover cables)
  1. (networking) A cable, especially an Ethernet cable, that allows two devices of the same kind, such as two computers, to be connected directly. Categories (topical): Networking
    Sense id: en-crossover_cable-en-noun-yUNFxEaU Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, networking, physical-sciences, sciences

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