Paradyne KeepInTouch 3760 User Manual page 101

flow control
A process in which devices stop and start the flow of data in a
network to avoid losing data.
H
handshaking
The exchange of predetermined codes and signals (tones) to
establish a connection between two modems.
I
idle state
A state in which the modem's configuration options can be
modified or commands can be issued to the modem using AT
commands.
L
loopback test
Any test that verifies the integrity of a device by sending data
from one device to another, and then checking the received data
for errors. Various loopback tests can be used to isolate a
problem to the computer, modem, or telephone line.
GL-6
Issue 3 April 1994