What does ADT stand for?

if you are talking about the security company then: American District Telegraph (ADT) is formed back in 1874 through the affiliation of 57 district telegraph delivery companies.

1880s Call boxes (electric signal devices) allow interactive communication between customers and ADT.

Messenger service is an important element in ADT's success.
1890s Advanced Call Boxes and multi-signal electric protection systems move ADT to a position of prominence in security protection.

Electric signal devices available in 50 towns. Messenger service accounts for 70% of ADT's revenues.

Early 1900s Messengers often double as watchmen, or "roundsmen." Their signal timers are monitored at ADT central offices.

1901 ADT becomes a subsidiary of Western Union.

Signal service and messenger service separated.

1909 Western Union and ADT come under the control of AT&T.

1910-1930 ADT makes advances in security technology.
War Years ADT automates security systems.

Post War
1969 ADT becomes a publicly owned company with its stock listed on the NYSE.

Early 1970s New, fast computer-driven technology, including first solid-state device and installation of first large, two-way multiplex proprietary system.

First automated Central Station — a direct forerunner of today's Customer Monitoring Center network.

1974 ADT's 100th anniversary. Micro-computer based security systems now in use.

1981 Safewatch® residential system introduced.

1980s ADT increases its technological lead within the security industry.

Late 1980s ADT formally changes its name from American District Telegraph Company to ADT.

1987 ADT purchased by the Hawley Group, Ltd., and renamed ADT Security Systems, Inc. U.S. headquarters relocated from NYC to Parsippany, N.J.

1988 Safewatch® Custom system launched.

Early 1990s Wireless Safewatch® introduced.

Focus® System introduced.
Mid 1990s Company passes the one-million-customer milestone.

1998 ADT, Ltd., acquired by Tyco International Ltd.
ADT in the 21st Century Today, and in the future, ADT remains committed to providing peace of mind and unsurpassed customer service in the protection of homes, businesses, and the government.

2006-08-14 17:37:19 · answer #1 · answered by Guzzy 5 · 4⤊ 1⤋

What Does Adt Stand For

2016-09-28 05:23:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

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2016-12-23 23:20:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

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Active Duty for Training
Atlantic Daylight Time
Adenosine Triphosphate
Abstract Data Type (OOP class)
American Discovery Trail (proposed multi-use trail across USA)
Automatic Double Tracking
Average Daily Trips (transportation)
Annual Daily Traffic
Application Development Tool
Active Denial Technology
Articulated Dump Truck

2006-08-14 17:40:35 · answer #4 · answered by pat p 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋

In what context do you see ADT?

if you are talking about home security, then ADT is the compagnie who install and give you a home system security monitor service.

or if you are looking for

Advanced Digital Technology (ADT) offers you a complete set of IT services including Internet sites and applications, hosting services, IT infrastructure, and a professional support service.

2006-08-14 17:35:50 · answer #5 · answered by chi 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋

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2006-08-14 17:37:17 · answer #6 · answered by bones 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋

Depends on the context:

1) Application Development Trend
2) Automatic Data Transfer
3) Australian Digital Theses
4) Austronomy Diagnositc Test
4) Name of a security system

2006-08-14 17:35:02 · answer #7 · answered by MCB 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋

RE:
What does ADT stand for?

2015-08-02 04:27:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

What the alarm company??

It stands for American District Telegraph (ADT)

2006-08-14 17:35:04 · answer #9 · answered by Dreamer363 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋

why you choose ADT

2016-06-16 23:08:15 · answer #10 · answered by Tubana 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋

What does ADT stand for?

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