Bidirectionally

/ˌbaɪdəˈrɛkʃənəli/ adverb

Definition

In a bidirectional manner; moving or functioning in two opposite directions simultaneously.

Etymology

From 'bidirectional' + '-ly' (forming an adverb), indicating the manner of bidirectional action.

Kelly Says

When data flows bidirectionally, it means both sides communicate simultaneously—this is crucial for real-time applications like video calls where sound travels both directions at once.

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