Apple GeoPort Telecom Adapter Kit - Manual (Page 74)

F
fallback The process modems use to find a common
connection speed, starting at the highest rate supported or
set by both modems.
fax machine A machine that can scan a page and then
transmit the image of the page over telephone lines; a
receiving machine prints a copy of the original page.
fax server program A program that passively awaits an
incoming call for faxes. Apple Fax is an example of a fax
server program.
flow control A method of signaling between computers
so that pauses in data transmission allow time for data to be
received.
font In typography, a complete set of characters, letters,
and symbols in one size and style.
format The form in which data is stored, manipulated, or
transferred.
full duplex (1) A setting causing characters that you enter
on your computer to be echoed from a remote system. (2) A
four-wire communications circuit or protocol that allows
simultaneous two-way transmission.
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GeoPort Telecom Adapter A device that connects
between your computer’s modem port and the Public
Switched Telephone Network. Selecting the appropriate
GeoPort Telecom Adapter depends on the telephone
network capabilities and the country where used.
Group 3 fax A digital document facsimile transmission
procedure on the Public Switched Telephone Network.
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