Serial communication is an enduring backbone of hardware interfacing, quietly powering everything from legacy test equipment to modern microcontrollers. Though often overshadowed by flashier protocols and wireless tech, serial connections remain indispensable for debugging, monitoring, and...
arduino
command line tools
embedded systems
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linux hardware interface
linux serialtools
linux terminal
logging and monitoring
microcontroller debugging
micropython
raspberry pi pico
serial communication
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serial port configuration
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serial protocols
tio
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I use a nullmodem cable to transfer data from an old PC controlling a scientific experiment (custom software for DOS). I have been using this method for the last 15 years on probably 8+ different PCs (always connecting to the same old PC). I have been using this method since Windows 7 came out...
asymmetric
bidirectional
computer problems
connectivity
custom software
data transfer
hardware issues
nullmodem
pci serial card
reinstall
scientific experiment
serial port
terminal emulator
usbtoserial
windows 7
z-modem