> > Easier to use on newer Windows versions.
> 
> I would argue with this one.  Accessing the serial port on 
> newer Windows versions is a real pain for the developer of the PIC 
> programming software. 

Not if you are playing the 'modern windows rules': use the OS calls.

Especially not if you use a library call that is the same on windows,
linux, ... :)

> > Easier to use on "other" operating systems.
> 
> I have no data, although again, using a serial port as a 
> serial port has to 
> be easier for the developer of the programming software.  I 
> see no reason 
> for it to be easier for the user of that software.

It makes it easier by being available!

Wouter van Ooijen

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