In telecommunications, RS-232 (Recommended Standard 232) is a standard for serial

binary single-ended data and control signals connecting between a DTE (Data Terminal
Equipment) and a DCE (Data Circuit-terminating Equipment). It is commonly used in
computer serial ports. The standard defines the electrical characteristics and timing of
signals, the meaning of signals, and the physical size and pinout of connectors.

Difference between Rs232 and RS485 is Only Distance RS232 is not for long or far
distance .. but RS485 can be use for LONGEST distance ..

RS232 is single ended communication where as RS485 is Differential communication.

Max.no of receivers in RS232 is only ONE, whereas in RS485 is 32.

Max.no of transmitters in RS232 is only ONE whereas in RS485 is 32.

IN RS232 there is no pin to change from transmitter mode receiver mode. But, In RS485
have DE pin to set transmitter mode and RI to set receiver mode.