Serial Port Functions

The serial port provides a variety of functions. Modem connection to the serial port allows access to the internet. Synchronous X.25 modems are used for telecommunications in Europe. An ASCII text window is accessible through the serial port on non-graphic systems. Low-speed printers, button boxes (for CAD/CAM applications) and exotic devices that function like a mouse are also accessible through the serial port. The additional speed of the serial port can be used to execute communications with a CSU/DSU for a partial T1 line to the internet at 384 Kbaud per second.