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Subject: Re: HyperTerm-like connection via serial port??
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> Hi all,
>
> I have an external device that takes ascii serial commands at the standard
> 9600 baud, 8-N-1 protocol.  Under Win32, I would use HyperTerm to connect
and
> send commands and read responses.
>
> What program and/or settings would I use with FreeBSD to do the same
thing?

Try tip(1) or cu(1).

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Matt Emmerton