TELEX

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1. this is a network of machines from city to city, connected like telephones are connected. A message can be typed in on one telex and instantly received at a receiving telex. It is much cheaper and easier to administer than telephone. It is faster and more direct than telegram and has less vias. Telex is a very good method of fast communication. One can own a machine and have it hooked in to the international network of telex lines, like a phone. It is like a telephone -typewriter. (FO 2528)

2. A means whereby two stations can be in direct hookup with one another via the keyboard. The telex machine can also be used for telegrams and cables. (HCO PL 9 Aug 66)

3. that's a teletype like in the telegraph office. (HCOB 12 Aug 59)