crosstalk

electronics Interference caused by two signals becoming

partially superimposed on each other due to electromagnetic

(inductive) or electrostatic (capacitive) coupling between the

conductors carrying the signals. A common example of

crosstalk is where the magnetic field from changing current

flow in one wire induces current in another wire running

parallel to the other, as in a transformer. Crosstalk can be

reduced by using shielded cables and increasing the distance

between conductors.

(1995-12-20)