RdL>>> So anyway, maybe someone can tell me about a few good Max bbs's
 RdL>>> to check out. Mine is at bbs.doghousebbs.com  (telnet)

 HR>>> telnet is blocked from outside - too risky.

 PK>> What specific telnet risks do you consider allow Max to be risky?
 PK>> I have had Telnet available here for local LAN access, but never
 PK>> bothered setting up something for outside use, I just haven't
 PK>> seen a burning need for it at this stage.

 HR> - Telnet needs an open port.
 HR> - open telnet port and remote access to commandline is
 HR> possible
 HR> - remote commandline opens cracking the whole system.
 HR> You must know exactly what you does to avoid getting your
 HR> system cracked.

this highly depends on what you have responding to telnet calls on the
telnet port... in my case, it is a FTN mailer and BBS... no "telnet
server" with access to any commandline mess over here ;)

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