Parallel connection is a type of connection used to link multiple devices together. It is a connection in which the data is transmitted simultaneously over a number of wires. It is most commonly used to connect printers and other external devices to a computer.
Features of Parallel connection:
• It is faster than the serial connection.
• It is capable of transmitting more data at once.
• It is more reliable than a serial connection because it uses multiple wires for transmission.
• It is more expensive than a serial connection.
• It can be used to connect multiple devices at once.
• It is easy to setup and use.