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The International Telecommunications Union
(ITU) decides the technical protocols
communications devices must use to
interoperate with each other. Modems that
comply with ITU standards can “talk to” other
standards-compliant modems and fax
machines worldwide.
The ITU has decided on a worldwide 56K
standard technology. So, now with a
U.S. Robotics modem you can get all the
Internet you want from any service provider
who offers the ITU standard 56K technology
or x2™ technology.
This modem will give you the most
compatibility with high speed downloads from
service providers that offer the ITU 56K
standard technology or x2 technology to their
customers. 3Com is working with providers
everywhere to quickly upgrade their service to
the ITU 56K standard.
* Capable of receiving up to 56 Kbps and sending
up to 31.2 Kbps. Due to FCC regulations, receiving
speeds are limited to 53 Kbps. Actual speeds may
vary. Requires compatible phone line and server
equipment. Complies with both the proposed ITU
56K standard and x2 protocols. ITU 56K standard
officially determined in February, 1998; expected to
be ratified in September, 1998. See
www.3com.com/56k
