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Re: Parallel file transfer?



Geoff Grinton wrote:
> 
> I need to transfer some very old files from my sister's Apple II to her
> newer PC.
> 
> Although the FAQ has details of using a serial connection to transfer files
> from an  Apple II to a PC, this machine does not have a serial port.
> 
> It occurs to me that I could send the files out the printer port (they are
> text type files), and into the PC, *IF* I were able to capture them on the
> parallel port of the PC.
> 
> Does anyone out there know if there is such a program around? I have
> searched but never seen such a thing.
> 
> Thanks.
> Geoff

I think you would be better off finding a serial card or an Apple
with a serial interface and using CrossWorks.

- mike