On 14-06-30 09:33 AM, dave wrote:


Thanks. Some cutting and pasting into the Terminal beats paying for
software. And the programs usually work better; if you do have a problem
there are free answers everywhere. Nobody cares if you are a drooler
from the Great Lakes. Mint 16 Mate` here.


I was worried the USB to Serial converter cable might have issues, but
it was recognized immediately. So, it looks like the total demise of the
9 pin D connector has been delayed for a while.

Those 25 pin D serial cables were a source of mystery to me. 25 wires
for a SERIAL connection?

The connectors were pretty stupid too. "Let's make them like boat
anchors" said the misanthropic tech..."it will keep them swearing and
tangled for decades!"

The same guy got a job later, making sure that only ONE end of USB
cables were standardized. He also developed all the gizmos that require
three batteries. I can only charge two at a time.

mike





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