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The BeOS

I can't find a button or application that will let me initiate a PPP session. How do I start a PPP connection?

The BeOS:
Usage & Interface

FAQ Number:
FAQ-0346

Last Modified:
2/3/98

Keywords:
BeOS, Usage, Interface, PPP, Internet, network, connect

In the BeOS, there is no manual way to start a PPP connection. Instead, it happens automatically when you need network services.

So to start a PPP session, simply do whatever it was that needs the network, like using NetPositive to visit the Be web site (please! we love visitors! ;-). The connection process will begin, and you'll connect to your ISP.

Note that there is a small applet that will allow you to disconnect your PPP session, by clicking the Disconnect button, so that you don't have to reboot your machine to disconnect from your service provider. This application window will appear automatically once you successfully establish a PPP connection.

How do I use PPP on the BeOS?

If it doesn't start a PPP session, what does the Connect application do?

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I can't find a button or application that will let me initiate a PPP session. How do I start a PPP connection?