What is Telnet?

Once connected, the user's computer emulates the remote computer. When the user types in commands, they are executed on the remote computer. The user's monitor displays what is taking place on the remote computer during the telnet session.

The procedure for connecting to a remote computer will depend on how your Internet access is set-up.

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