sneakernet

American

[snee-ker-net] / ˈsni kərˌnɛt /

noun

Facetious. the transfer of electronic information by carrying the storage medium, especially a floppy disk, from one computer to another.

Etymology

Origin of sneakernet

An Americanism dating back to 1985–90

Example Sentences

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The transmission was so slow, scientists had to resort to sending disks and thumb drives by FedEx and human messengers, or "sneakernet," he said.

From Reuters • Jun. 5, 2015

Unlike other bands, the Dead also encouraged fans to bootleg and share performances in a "sneakernet" version of peer-to-peer sharing.

From Inc • Jan. 30, 2013

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