WINDOWS XP + WINDOWS 2000 + WINDOWS 2003 TELNET SERVER SETUP

WINDOWS XP + WINDOWS 2003 TELNET SERVER - SETUP(How to enable Telnet in WINDOWS XP + WINDOWS 2000 + WINDOWS 2003)
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Windows 2003 comes with a telnet server that gives you a way to
access a DOS prompt from remote machines via telnet.

The following shows how to configure the windows telnet server
to work with any telnet client (even unix), and to be enabled
so that it comes up automatically after reboots.

Run these commands as administrator from DOS:

    sc config TlntSvr start= auto
    sc start TlntSvr
    tlntadmn config sec=-NTLM
    tlntadmn config mode=stream

Enable Secondary logon service in services.msc

That's it.

You should now be able to telnet to this machine from any windows or
unix machine, and login to get a DOS prompt. If you need to login
as a domain user, use the "domain\username" syntax when logging in, eg:

Welcome to Microsoft Telnet Service

login: mydomain\john
password:


WINDOWS 2000 TELNET SERVER - SETUP
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Windows 2000 (Professional, etc) also comes with a telnet server.

The following shows how to configure the windows telnet server
to work with any telnet client (even unix), and to be enabled
so that it comes up automatically after reboots:

0) Login as administrator

1) Go into Control Panel -> Administrative Tools -> Telnet Server

2) In the DOS window that pops up, run these options, hitting
  return after each:

3 <-- change="" choose="" option="" p="" registry="" settings="" to=""> 7 <-- change="" choose="" ntlm="" option="" p="" stuff="" the="" to=""> y <-- p="" please="" yes=""> 0 <-- 0="" change="" p="" the="" to="" value=""> y <-- p="" please="" yes=""> 0 <-- menu="" p="" previous="" return="" to=""> 0 <-- exit="" p="">
3) Go into Control Panel -> Administrative Tools -> Services -> Telnet

3a) Set the "Startup Type" to be "Automatic"
3b) Start the service by hitting "Start".
                   (If it's already running, stop it first, then restart it)

That's it.

You should now be able to telnet to this machine from any windows or
unix machine, and login to get a DOS prompt. If you need to login
as a domain user, use the "domain\username" syntax when logging in, eg:

   Welcome to Microsoft Telnet Service

   login: mydomain\john
   password:

COMPUTER MAINTENANCE

You may not realize it, but your computer and your car have something in common: they both need regular maintenance. No, you don't need to change your computer's oil. But you should be updating your software, keeping your antivirus subscription up to date, and checking for spyware. Read on to learn what you can do to help improve your computer's security.


Getting started
Here are some basics maintenance tasks you can do today to start improving your computer's security. Be sure you make these part of your ongoing maintenance as well.

* Sign up for software update e-mail notices. Many software companies will send you e-mail whenever a software update is available. This is particularly important for your operating system (e.g., Microsoft VV!|VD0VV$® or Macintosh), your antivirus program, and your firewall.
* Register your software. If you still have registration forms for existing software, send them in. And be sure to register new software in the future. This is another way for the software manufacturer to alert you when new updates are available.
* Install software updates immediately.
When you get an update notice, download the update immediately and install it. (Remember, downloading and installing are two separate tasks.)
An ounce of prevention
A few simple steps will help you keep your files safe and clean.

* Step 1: Update your software
* Step 2: Backup your files
* Step 3: Use antivirus software and keep it updated
* Step 4: Change your passwords


Developing ongoing maintenance practices
Now that you've done some ground work, it's time to start moving into longer term maintenance tasks. These are all tasks that you should do today (or as soon as possible) to get started. But for best results, make these a part of a regular maintenance schedule. We recommend setting aside time each week to help keep your computer secure.

* Back up your files. Backing up your files simply means creating a copy of your computer files that you can use in the event the originals are lost. (Accidents can happen.) To learn more read our tips for backing up information.


* Scan your files with up to date antivirus software. Use your antivirus scan tool regularly to search for potential computer viruses and worms. Also, check your antivirus program's user manual to see if you can schedule an automatic scan of your computer. To learn more, read our tips for reducing your virus risk
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* Change your passwords. Using the same password increases the odds that someone else will discover it. Change all of your passwords regularly (we recommend monthly) to reduce your risk. Also, choose your passwords carefully. To learn more, read our tips for creating stronger passwords
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Making a schedule
One of the best ways to help protect your computer is to perform maintenance regularly. To help you keep track, we suggest making a regular "appointment" with your computer. Treat it like you would any other appointment. Record it in your datebook or online calendar, and if you cannot make it, reschedule. Remember, you are not only helping to improve your computer, you are also helping to protect your personal information.