| We don't typically think of a "tether" until we lose something. It could be a pen or something more expensive, like an iPod. That is when we usually say to ourselves "I wish there was a way to attach my "XYZ" to my "ABC".". That is where a tether comes in...
According to Merriam Webster's Online Dictionary the etymology of the work tether can be traced to the Middle English tethir, or teder, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse tjōthr; akin to Old High German zeotar
pole of a wagon Date: 14th century.
In contemporary terms we think of a tether as any way type of cord to keep something from being lost or stolen. This can be a simple piece of string or chain tied on both ends, or something more sophisticated with high strength, retractability, safety releases, etc. Tethers today are made of nylon cord, extruded vinyl and urethane, steel cable
and more and secure everything from pens to electronic signature capture styluses, electronic devices, tools and more.
Tether Resources & Other Information
Wikipedia - Tether - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/tether
Merriam Webster's Definition of a Tether - http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tether
Ask.com - "Meaning of Tether" - http://www.ask.com/web?q=Meaning+of+Tether&qsrc=6&o=41439050&l=dis
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