FWIW, USR Courier modems can be configured for leased-line access - meaning connect the two modems together directly with a phone cord and they'll establish a link.
That would be handy for setting up a 1:1 connection between different rooms in the house, if they both have phone outlets (and thus, thanks for the tip. Good to know). But for connecting two serial ports that are right next to each other, it's a bit redundant.
Thanks for digging that one up: I've stickied it now. I'm trying to find another one that was particularly useful and when I do I'll post it here. /eta/ That
was the one I was thinking of. xx(
