I have followed this discussion because:

1. I am new to PICs and am in need of a programmer.
2. Am adding an ICSP interface to my first project's PCB

I have been looking at available programmers and find that the most viable 
solution is the USB interfaced ICSPs. Since I am well into my first project 
and have been laying out the PCB, I am making arrangements for a ICSP 
interface (following the Microchp guidelines). However, I can understand 
some reluctance for some people, especially newbees, to go the ICSP route, 
because to use a out-of-circuit programmer  unburdens the user from the need 
to be concerned that their interface is correct.  Using the stand alone 
programmer relieves some of the "newness" anxiety for them.

Just my 2 cents.

Thanks

Vic


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