

Microsoft phased out HyperTerminal, and it has not been included in a Windows OS since Windows XP and is not a part of Windows 10. In Windows XP, IT can locate HyperTerminal in the Start menu: Start->Programs->Accessories->Communications->HyperTerminal. IT can send commands through HyperTerminal to make sure the modem is properly connected.ĭeveloped by Hilgraeve from a more comprehensive communications program called HyperAccess, HyperTerminal has features similar to the Linux program, Minicom. IT professionals can also use HyperTerminal to troubleshoot any issues when setting up and using a modem. HyperTerminal can also allow IT to take serial-port control of external devices or systems such as scientific instruments, robots or radio communications stations. They can use HyperTerminal to set up a connection for data transfers between two computers, such as a desktop computer and a portable computer, using the serial ports. IT professionals and users can work with HyperTerminal to set up a dial-up connection to another computer through the internal modem using Telnet or to access a bulletin board system in another computer.

HyperTerminal is a communications and terminal emulation program that came with the Windows 98 and Windows XP operating systems.
