1. an electronic information system that transmits text and simple graphics over telephone lines or cable to television screens or computer terminals
Usage: technology; largely obsolete

Examples

• The videotex system allowed users to access news and weather information on their TV screens.
• France’s Minitel was one of the most successful videotex services in the world.
• Early videotex systems were popular in the 1980s before the internet became widespread.
• The library offered videotex access to catalog searches and reference materials.
• Videotex technology was considered revolutionary for bringing digital information into homes.
• Many videotex services included online shopping and banking features.