Microsoft KB Archive/68546

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Disabling Call Waiting in Terminal

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Q68546

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The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft Windows versions 3.0, 3.0a, 3.1, 3.11

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SUMMARY
During a Terminal session, call waiting can be disabled by changing the Dial Prefix to ATDT*70,,. in the Modem Commands dialog box from the Settings menu.

MORE INFORMATION
Call waiting is a phone service feature that alerts you when another caller is calling you. This can disrupt the line during a data communications session, especially during a file transfer. Dialing *70 and waiting for a second dial tone before you dial a phone number usually disableS call waiting for the duration of the call.

NOTE: The procedure or code that disables call waiting may vary in some areas; check with your local phone company.