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escape sequence

In computing, string of characters sent to a device such as a modem to switch it from sending data to a state in which it can accept and act upon commands.

Most dial-up modems use the escape sequence patented by Hayes, which consists of three plus signs (+++) with a brief pause on either side to distinguish the characters from data.



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To keep character coding simple and efficient, the Unicode standard assigns each character a unique 16-bit value, and does not use complex shifted modes or escape codes.
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To keep character coding simple and efficient, the Unicode standard assigns each character a unique 16-bit value, and does not use complex shifted modes or escape codes.
Uniscape Supports the Unicode Standard; Uniscape Becomes Unicode ... by Business Wire
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