half-duplex (HDX) operation

half-duplex (HDX) operation: Operation in which communication between two terminals occurs in either direction, but in only one direction at a time. (188) Note: Half-duplex operation may occur on a half-duplex circuit or on a duplex circuit, but it may not occur on a simplex circuit. Synonyms one-way reversible operation, two-way alternate operation.

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