telnet

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A network protocol that enables one computer to communicate with another via a local area network or the Internet.
  2. The program that acts as the client for such communication.
verb
  1. To use such a program to make such a connection.

Pronunciation

en-uk-telnet.ogg

Word forms

telnet telnets telnetting telneting telnetted telneted

Etymology

Short for telecommunication network.

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