1. a network protocol that allows a user to connect to and control a remote computer over the internet
Usage: computing
2. a program that implements the telnet protocol for remote computer access
Usage: computing

1. to connect to a remote computer using the telnet protocol
Usage: computing

Examples

• The system administrator used telnet to access the server remotely.
• Telnet is considered insecure because it transmits data in plain text.
• She opened the telnet client to connect to the mainframe.
• The technician will telnet into the router to check its configuration.
• Many organizations have replaced telnet with more secure protocols like SSH.
• You can telnet to port 23 to establish a remote connection.
• The old system still relies on telnet for remote administration.