Original Message Information:
Rick Collins wrote to Darren Hamilton about: V90 question
Original Message Date: 03-15-1998
Hello Rick:
RC> At 12:21/14/Mar, Darren Hamilton (1:153/290) said:
RC> ====================================
RC> DH> I had no problems waiting until they ratified the v.90 standard. Now 

RC> DH> can go and purchase a new modem with *clearly-defined 
telecommunication
RC> DH> specifications* in common use between the modem manufacturers.  :-)
RC> 
RC> The "standards", first, are "recommended standards".  Second, they
RC> contain  optional and mandatory components.  Third, the second point
RC>  leaves the door wide open to differing interpretations   when
RC> translating the "standard" from paper and ink to  silicon.
RC> 
RC> Don't expect 100% interop and you won't be disappointed. :)
Okay, I'll settle for 50% and be mildly amused.  ;-)
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