Data Bits

Modems transfer data in the form of bits (8 bits = 1 byte). The more bits that can be transfered over a given amount of time, the faster the transfer of information will be. Use this selection to choose the amount of data bits that are to be transferred at one time.

Note: At least seven data bits are required to transmit ASCII characters. Eight bits are required to transmit binary data. Five and six bit data formats are used for specialized communication equipment.