Cryptic crossword clue
Chat with consumers of computer with a lock on the outside 5,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 4 letter word TABLE TALK

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The straight part
We know that "Chat with consumers" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case chat with consumers = table talk.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does TABLE TALK mean?

TABLE TALK noun
  1. Conversation, especially of an informal or somewhat gossipy nature, among a group seated together for a meal or other social activity.
  2. (games) Conversation that illicitly conveys information or suggestions to another player.

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