Teletüüpi

Teletüüpi is a term of Estonian origin that generally refers to a teleprinter or teletype machine. These electromechanical devices were widely used for transmitting and receiving typed messages over telegraph lines. They functioned by encoding text into electrical signals, which were then sent to a receiving machine that decoded the signals and printed the message.

Teletype machines were a significant advancement in communication technology, allowing for faster and more efficient transmission of text compared to manual Morse code. They were commonly employed by news agencies, businesses, and government organizations for decades before the advent of more modern digital communication methods. The operation of a teletype involved a keyboard for input and a printer for output, often producing a paper tape containing the transmitted message.

The concept of the teletype machine has roots in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with various inventors contributing to its development. These devices played a crucial role in the early development of telecommunications, laying the groundwork for subsequent technologies such as fax machines and ultimately the internet. While largely superseded by digital communication, the historical significance of the teletype in shaping modern communication networks remains considerable. The term "teletüüpi" in Estonian encapsulates this historical technological context.