> Is there any general purpose I/O board that connects to the USB port? I am
> looking for an easy and safe way to add I/O to a PC without tying up
> parallel or serial ports.

        How about using one of those USB-serial bridges connected to a PIC, number
of I/O is limited only by what PIC you choose, or how much software along
with port expanders you want to use. TTYL

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