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The function of a parallel port was to send at least a byte of data at a time to a printer. As time went on and parallel ports were given bidirectional abilities, they were used for other things such as connecting tape drives and transferring data between two computers. Gamers sometimes used parallel ports to network two computers together for a game, if the game software supported that.
The location of a parallel port varies with the computer. When they exist, they are often located in the back of the PC, or on the side of a laptop. Most computers these days have no such port. The ports were somewhat large and only worked with a limited set of hardware. Everything is going to USB and Firewire these days. Those ports are smaller and support a wider range of hardware.
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What replaces the parallel port?
USB port (Universal Serial Bus) replaces the parallel port
What is faster serial port or parallel port?
parallel port if you want to know why go to it140 if you know what that is.
What is the port data to parallel and is most often used by a printer?
Parallel Port
What is the internal name for the parallel port and what type of devices can you connect to it?
internal parallel port
Is a parallel port input or output?
output cause the parallel port is outside the computer
Is prn a serial port?
No. Its a parallel port
Can you use a parallel port for a printer?
Yes. In fact, this is the most common usage for a parallel port.
What are the different types of parallelism?
Standard parallel port (SPP), Enhanced parallel port (EPP), and Extended Capabilities port (ECP)
What are the different types of ports?
Standard parallel port (SPP), Enhanced parallel port (EPP), and Extended Capabilities port (ECP)
Does hp 4200 have a USB port?
The answer to your question is NO. The HP 4200 does not come with a USB port, only parallel and optional ethernet ports. You can get a parallel to USB cable if you do not have a parallel port on your computer.
What is PORT name any two PORT?
USB port, serial port, parallel port.
What port is used for connecting scanners?
parallel port
