Connecting a computer running HyperTerminal emulator software to the console port of a router lets you access router information and modify settings without using the device's Web-based configuration ...

For years I have been wondering when Cisco would activate the USB ports on their devices. I have been hoping for all kinds of USB functionality to routers, switches, firewalls but Cisco has been slow ...

I manage our HP switches via terminal using telnet via IP. I would think the Ciscos would offer the same capability.

85% of the people of never change this one setting that can get their router hacked.