Ham Radio Deluxe has been my go to software for rig control, logbook and digital mode operation for many years now. Yes, In the long run I believe two cables are easier than one. Why use two cables? Because I want to use the radio to it's full capability while keeping it simple.
Icom 7300 Ham Radio Deluxe Setup is so easy and in this example I use a couple of cables.
In this one we use the old free version of Ham Radio Deluxe.