Disabling Call Waiting in Terminal (68546)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 3.0
  • Microsoft Windows 3.0a
  • Microsoft Windows 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows 3.11
This article was previously published under Q68546

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.

REFERENCES

"Windows 3 Companion," Lorenz and O'Mara. Page 294, Microsoft Press, 1990.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:7/7/2005
Keywords:KB68546
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