> As I remember it was possible for the target device to send > data to the PC and > for hyperterm to loose it, also for the operator to type at > the keyboard and for > hyperterm NOT to send it. Before you ask about flow control > settings let me > assure you that I am very experienced in this area and the > problem was with > hyperterm. There were also other issues such as changes in > settings not taking > immediate effect (ok if you know about this quirk - PITA if > you don't). > > Perhaps hyperterm is now usable, I will take your word for > it. However given the > grief it gave me I cannot in good conscience recommend it to > anyone else. Herbert, if you remember, I sparked the 'Hyperterminal is rubbish' debate. For the record - these are pretty much the reasons I abandoned it as well. Rgs Ian -- http://www.piclist.com#nomail Going offline? Don't AutoReply us! email listserv@mitvma.mit.edu with SET PICList DIGEST in the body