Note 1: In carrier-sense multiple access with collision detection (CSMA/CD) networks, the jam signal indicates that a collision has occurred.
Note 2: In carrier-sense multiple access with collision avoidance (CSMA/CA) networks, the jam signal indicates that the sending station intends to transmit.
Note 3: "Jam signal" should not be confused with "electronic jamming[?]."
Source: from Federal Standard 1037C
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