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Glossary
service-specific
software
A program that is designed for a designated
online service.
stop bit
A data bit used in asynchronous transmission
to signal the end of a character.
system administrator
The person responsible for monitoring
computer activity in a specified area, such as
a department or a company.
terminal mode
The mode that accepts AT commands. Also
known as Command Mode. When your
modem is in this mode, it is waiting to receive
AT commands that you type from your
communication software.
transmission rate
The rate at which data is transferred, in bits
per second.
wireless data services
See data services.