15 Minute Series What is SLIP/PPP?


SLIP/PPP allows a user with a personal computer, such a Macintosh or a PC, and a modem to connect to the Internet, without having to first log on to a remote machine.

This capability enables the user to make use of Internet applications and tools such as telnet, file transfer (ftp), electronic mail, and graphical web browsers directly on his or her personal computer.

Diagram comparing three different types of Internet connections: direct, dial-up and SLIP/PPP


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