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Interface adapters, also known as interface cards or I/O (Input/Output) adapters, are hardware components used to connect and facilitate communication between different devices or subsystems with different interfaces or protocols. These adapters serve as intermediaries, ensuring compatibility and data transfer between devices that might otherwise be incompatible due to differences in connectivity standards, voltage levels, or communication protocols.

Here are some common types and examples of interface adapters:

- [Serial to USB Adapters:](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/computing-peripherals/computer-components-software/interface-adapters-converters/?applied-dimensions=4294568930,4293255131,4293255130) This adapter converts a serial (RS-232/RS-422/RS485) connection into a USB connection, enabling older serial devices to connect to modern computers with USB ports.
- [RS-485 to Ethernet Converters:](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/computing-peripherals/computer-components-software/interface-adapters-converters/?applied-dimensions=4293255130,4294407245) Converts RS-485 serial communication to Ethernet, enabling integration of legacy industrial equipment into modern networked systems.

These are just a few examples of the many interface adapters available. They play a crucial role in bridging the gap between different technologies and ensuring the seamless operation of various devices and peripherals in diverse computing environments. Interface adapters are essential tools in maintaining compatibility and extending the functionality of devices and systems.



An interface adapter is a device that links an electronic device to a network by providing a communication system between the network and the device.

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