Source: SPITFIRE.DOCEdition: searchable Web reading editionPresentation: historical wording retained
17.0 - HARDWARE/SOFTWARE DATA FLOW CONTROL
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When Sysop selects ALT+M to configure their modem, they will
notice a DTE Locked option. This switch is turned on (set to Yes) when
using a modem that automatically adjusts to the baud rate of the
incoming call rather than depending upon the software to reset the baud
rate of the COM port. If the switch is set to Yes, then SPITFIRE does
not adjust the COM port to the baud rate of the incoming call. If the
switch is set to No, then SPITFIRE monitors the speed of the incoming
call and will adjust the COM port speed to match the baud rate of the
incoming call. It should be mentioned, most modems manufactured today
have the capability of locking the DTE and in most instances, should be
configured to handle the port monitoring rather than SPITFIRE. Those
who are not sure if their modem is capable of DTE locking (adjusts to
the baud rate of the incoming call) should refer to their modem manual.