Minicom
Minicom is a text-based serial communication program for Unix-like operating systems. It provides terminal emulation and modem-control capabilities that enable a user to connect to devices over serial ports. The program emulates a VT100/ANSI terminal and is commonly used to interact with routers, switches, embedded systems, and other equipment via RS-232 or USB-to-serial adapters.
Key features include configurable serial parameters such as baud rate, data bits, parity, and stop bits, as
Configuration and usage: On most systems, Minicom is set up by running minicom -s to enter a
Operation: Minicom uses a command prefix to access additional actions and help, typically via a key combination
See also: PuTTY, screen, and other terminal programs. Minicom remains a widely available tool in many Unix-like