 What is Telnet, and how do I use it? |
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Telnet programs allow you to access certain computers around the world in a non-graphical
(i.e., text-only) manner. Although the Telnet method of accessing computers is quickly being
replaced by the Web, there are still many Telnet sites available. Telnetting requires you to download a separate program (called a Telnet "client"). Win95 users
have a built-in telnet client. Click "Start", then "Run" and type telnet www The next step is to tell your Web browser (i.e., Netscape) where your Telnet client is located.
This is necessary because most browsers don't have any built-in Telnet capabilities. If you try to
go to a Telnet site (by entering, for example "telnet://telnet.somewhere.com"), your browser will
attempt to use your Telnet client. It can't do this if it can't find the client. The process of configuring your browser varies depending on which one you're using.
If you're using Netscape, you should click on "Options" and then "General Preferences".
Look under "Apps" for the section that reads "Telnet Application". In this box, you must type the
full path to your Telnet client (i.e., "c:\wherever\trmptel.exe"). If you're having difficulties,
you may want to consult your Netscape manual. If you don't have a manual, you should consider
purchasing the full commercial version of Netscape. To see if you've configured your browser properly, try
clicking here . A Telnet window should appear
on your screen and bring up a login prompt for n3.esn.net. If you can't get it to work or you
have additional questions, please send e-mail to
support@esn.net .