Telnet Traditional Terminal-Host Communication Log into host computer You can run programs there, such as E-mail Processing is done on the host Expensive if long-distance connection Host Terminal or PC Emulating a Terminal Phone Line
Telnet Uses Internet to Connect to Host Can access host from anywhere on the Internet Telnet Software on Client Host Manages login, use, and disconnections Telnet Telnet
Telnet Poor User Interface Based on dumb VT100 terminal (Module H) Text-only display Monochrome (One color for text, one for background) Have to type command-line commands Often have complex syntax
Why Not POP and IMAP? Not all mail hosts support POP and IMAP With most mail readers, you have to store contact information within some preferences file Inconvenient in school labs or Internet cafes Telnet is not limited to e-mail Can be used with other applications