Re: cannot telnet to my linux host..

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From: nordi
Date: Thu, 21 Sep 2000 00:00

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Thomas K Jacob wrote:
> 
> I have succesfully installed RedHat linux 6.2
> But I am unable to telnet to my linux box ?The message i get is connection
> refused by the host.I checked hosts.allow and deny and seems to be OK.
> Is there anyway I can install the TCP wrappers alone separately on my m/c?
> thanks
> Tom

The reason might be that you try logging in as 'root' user. This is
disabled
for security reasons (and should stay disabled). Try to connect as a
normal
user. Always keep in mind that all passwords are transmitted without any
encryption! (that's why root access is insecure)
Nordi

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