Hi Class, I found a website at http://www.elated.com/articles/telnet-and-basic-commands/ that was helpful in learning how telnet is used and the distinct difference between the telnet protocol and the HTTP protocol . Telnet would be a great tool for working at home or if you had to fix something on the network while you were away. I practiced telnet at the Library of Congress, telnet://locis.loc.gov After about an hour of unsuccessful attempts, I was admitted to what appeared to be the wonderful world of DOS. I wanted to review the libraries list of commands and after I chose the appropriate number, there was great hesitation. After the initial selection, it went much faster. The viewing area seems small. To go back to the list, you put in the appropriate number, no scrolling here. Sandy Keller --------------------------------- Need Mail bonding? Go to the Yahoo! Mail Q&A for great tips from Yahoo! Answers users.