Microsoft KB Archive/43838

Mac Works: Decreasing Errors/Garbage Text in File Transmission

PSS ID Number: Q43838 Article last modified on 10-22-1998

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Decreasing the baud rate when using the Microsoft Works Communications package will decrease possible errors in receiving or transmitting a file and will help prevent garbage characters while sending or receiving text using the Send and Capture Text command.

When a slower baud rate is selected, there is less chance of line noise causing a problem when connected to another modem. The carrier has a slower frequency and will therefore reduce the chance of receiving corrupt information.

Using a modem that is not 100-percent Hayes compatible may also cause either problem at high transmission speeds.

Please note that changing the baud rate should be completed before connection because the receiving computer may not be expecting the change in transmission speed.

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