On Wed, 1 Nov 2000, Todd A. Jacobs wrote:
> I need to use a null-modem cable to connect my Linux box as a terminal to
> a Solaris box. In the Windows world, I'd use Hyperterminal or (better yet)
> SecureCRT to run the terminal session. On Linux, I can't seem to find
> anything that does the same sort of job.
>
> As far as I've been able to see, minicom works ONLY as a modem dialer, and
> doesn't seem to support non-modem serial lines. Can it be used this
> way? If not, what programs can?
minicom will do what you want. When setting up the connection, remove the
init string and set the handshake and speed appropriately. When you start
minicom, it should see that the line is already up and you're in business.
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Bill Carlson
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