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    When you log online, what are those weird sounds that the computer makes as you are getting on?

    Question #69301. Asked by Superman4ever. (Aug 04 06 12:21 PM)


    denmarks

    		The two modems send back and forth signals when connecting to determine the highest speed that the connection can be without an error. Once this has been determined the final connection takes place and the speaker turns off.

    Aug 04 06, 12:26 PM
    darkpresence

    		I believe the noise is called a "handshake", as one computer "introduces" itself to another.

    Aug 04 06, 4:37 PM
    malarson

    		If you have dial-up, then the modem is dialing into the ISP.

    Aug 04 06, 9:42 PM
    beeaydee

    		I turn off my modem speakers so I don't have to listen to that noise. I find it extremely annoying.

    Aug 05 06, 4:56 AM
    zbeckabee

    		I am always "on-line" so the noises I hear when opening my Internet Explorer are from my three POPSWATTERS which have an exceptionally high "kill rate." Wham, Bam, Flim, Slap, Blip, Swat!!!

    Aug 05 06, 7:26 AM
    helenasykes

    		I love that noise! My computer doesn't make them anymore since i got broadband.... damn new technology! although i have to admit i prefer broadband speed-wise!

    Aug 05 06, 9:06 AM

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