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Transfer protocols enable data exchange between computers, including legacy systems like MS-DOS and modern Windows PCs. Discussions on WindowsForum.com cover serial port transfers, where users seek software and configuration advice for connecting Windows 10 to DOS or Windows 3.11 machines. Topics include choosing appropriate transfer protocols, timing considerations, and software recommendations for reliable data movement over serial connections. These threads help users bridge old and new systems for file sharing or system recovery.
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    Windows 10 Connecting PC to other via serial - how to do it?

    Hi! I need to transfer data between my PC (Windows 10.1903 x64 Pro) and notebook with MS-DOS 7.10 (also Windows 3.11 for Workgroups - but without Win32s) I want to use serial port 'cause DOS is not so familiar with USB. I know that serial transfer was possible even on my hobby computers -...
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