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CoolTerm vs HyperTerminal

A side-by-side look at CoolTerm and HyperTerminal. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

CoolTerm

CoolTerm

Development

CoolTerm is a simple serial port terminal application for macOS, Linux, and Windows. It allows users to connect to serial devices and send/receive data. Useful for debugging hardware or connecting to devices like microcontrollers.

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HyperTerminal

HyperTerminal

Network & Admin

HyperTerminal is a terminal emulation program included in some versions of Microsoft Windows. It allows users to connect to other systems, like mainframes, and use a terminal interface to access those systems. Useful for remote administration and access in the pre-internet era.

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