Demultiplexer

/ˌdiːˈmʌltɪplɛksər/ noun

Definition

A device, circuit, or piece of software that separates a multiplexed signal into its individual component signals.

Etymology

From 'demultiplex' plus the agent suffix '-er,' following English patterns for naming devices that perform actions.

Kelly Says

Every time you use WiFi, demultiplexers are working—they're taking the combined wireless signal hitting your router and splitting it into individual streams for your phone, laptop, and smart watch.

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