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a communication device that uses telegraph technology to send and receive text messages over long distances, once used before the advent of fax machines and email
What is a "telex machine"?
A telex machine is a device used for sending and receiving text messages over the telex network, an older telecommunication system. It operates like a typewriter, allowing users to type messages that are transmitted to another telex machine via dedicated telephone lines. The receiving machine prints the message on paper or displays it on a screen. Telex machines were widely used in businesses, government offices, and international communication before being replaced by fax machines, email, and other digital tools. They were valued for their reliability and ability to transmit messages globally in a standardized format.
