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Re: My IIgs <--> My PC
My glass typewriter shows The Blue Meanie saying...
[Snip]
> Actually, modem-to-modem IS that simple, no simulators or wacky hardware necessary! (It's also cheaper and
> easier than null modeming as long as you already have the two modems!) Connect a phone line from Line jack
> to Line jack. Set one modem to "blind dial" (no check for dialtone or busy, usually an "ATX1" command
> works) and issue an "atd" command. On the other modem, issue an "ata" command. POOF!! Instant connection.
> Just remember that this style of connection will be slower than a null-modem serial connection.
>
Or just do like I do. Use both of my phone lines. No cost is
involved as it is about a local call as you can get <grin>.
Later,
Edward
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Edward Franks | efranks@msn.com
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Microsoft Certified Product Specialist | Now _where_ is my slide rule?