| time-division multiplexing [`tīm di¦vizh·ǝn ´mǝl·tǝ´pleks·iŋ] COMMUNICATIONS A process for transmitting two or more signals over a common path by using successive time intervals for different signals. Also known as time multiplexing. COMPUTER SCIENCE The interleaving of bits or characters in time to compensate for the slowness of input devices as compared to data transmission lines. |