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Telnet provides not encrypted connectivity to servers and workstations through terminal type of connection. It uses command-line type.

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Disadvantages of telnet?

One disadvantage of telnet is that it is not secure, meaning people can read your passwords and other sensitive information. It is outdated and has no colors. It is fairly hard to use.


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Windows: Open start menu, click "Run", type in "telnet" Linux: Open a Terminal window, type in "telnet"


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