Linux IR HOWTO
v1.3, 27 September 1998
An introduction to Linux and infrared devices and how to use the software provided by the Linux/IR project. This package uses IrDA(TM) compliant standards. Because IrDA(TM) is a trademark the project is named Linux/IR. IrDA(TM) is an industrial standard for infrared wireless communication, and most laptops made after January 1996 are equipped with an IrDA compliant infrared transceiver. IrDA(TM) serial ports let you communicate with devices such as printers, modems, fax, LAN, and other laptops. Speed ranges from 2400bps to 4Mbps. The Linux/IR project started at the end of 1997 and its status is still experimental, so please don't expect every feature working straight.