pinouti
Pinouti is a fictional term used in speculative fiction and puzzle design to describe a compact, pin-based data interface device. It functions as a portable information module that stores digital data on a physical grid of pins and communicates with a reader through direct contact.
Design and operation: A pinouti typically takes the form of a small cube or card with a
Origin and use: The term is coined in science fiction and puzzle circles to illustrate a minimalist,
Variants and applications: In fiction, pinouti is depicted for secure handoffs, quick data exchange, or as an
See also: pinout, smart card, cryptographic token, NFC. Note: Pinouti is not a real-world standard; it exists