On Thu, Mar 20, 2003 at 06:06:03PM -0300, Christoph Simon wrote: > Hi! > > I would like to learn more about using usb connected barcode readers > on linux. I haven't chosen any model yet, but would prefer to read > about it first. Could any kind soul give me some pointer? I would also > be gratefull for some comment of the kind ``usb is not a good idea for > that, choose this alternative'', if it where the case.
A lot of usb barcode readers just look like a usb keyboard to the host. It all depends on the model you are choosing. I would recommend asking the manufacturer what USB protocol they are using for their device, to determine if it will work with Linux or not. Hope this helps, greg k-h ------------------------------------------------------- This SF.net email is sponsored by: Tablet PC. Does your code think in ink? You could win a Tablet PC. Get a free Tablet PC hat just for playing. What are you waiting for? http://ads.sourceforge.net/cgi-bin/redirect.pl?micr5043en _______________________________________________ [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe, use the last form field at: https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/linux-usb-users
