communication system
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
A collection of individual communications networks, transmission systems, relay stations, tributary stations, and data terminal equipment (DTE) usually capable of interconnection and interoperation to form an integrated whole.
Framework senses
- §1
- A collection of individual communications networks, transmission systems, relay stations, tributary stations, and data terminal equipment (DTE) usually capable of interconnection and interoperation to form an integrated whole.
- §1
- facility consisting of the physical plants and equipment for disseminating information
- §2
- a system for communicating