Associations to the word «Dongle»
Noun
- Modem
- Adapter
- Connector
- Wireless
- Ding
- Hardware
- Accessory
- Authentication
- Tablet
- Software
- Controller
- Connectivity
- Rom
- Dong
- Cartridge
- Dee
- Pc
- Device
- Vendor
- Audio
- Card
- Fry
- Receiver
- Slot
- Plug
- License
- Protection
- Os
- Fi
- Interface
- Console
- User
- Copy
- Pin
- Computer
- Disk
- Developer
- Cable
- Phone
- Internet
- Keyboard
- Port
- Donald
- Disc
- Ac
- Code
- Key
- Drive
- Access
- Connection
- Apple
- Tv
- Storage
- Box
- Application
- Signal
- Memory
- Security
- Support
- Data
- Camera
- Technology
- Version
- Network
- Use
- Program
- File
- Platform
- Presence
Adjective
Wiktionary
DONGLE, noun. (computer hardware) Any small device which plugs into an electronic device, typically a computer, and alters its functionality. Common examples include wireless modems, software copy protect devices, and adapters. Some USB keyboards and mice include USB to PS/2 adapter dongles, enabling their use on machines with PS/2 ports.
DONGLE, noun. (computer hardware) A hardware device utilized by a specific application for purposes of copy protection.
Dictionary definition
DONGLE, noun. (computer science) an electronic device that must be attached to a computer in order for it to use protected software.
Wise words
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Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with
things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.