how to link windows based pc or laptop to DOS based system

[matrix9]

Hi all,

I currently have a DOS based machine with only a COM port and Parallel port available. And need to retrieve some information off of it. I would like to know if it is possible and if so, what are the suggestions or steps to do so. Installing a network card is not option...

[brad]

Well, you could print from the COM port. With the Parallel port there's a possibility you can connect to another computer via DCC:

or

brad