Tomas wrote:
What kind of software do i need for that? I have an a500 with basicly the same specs as the orginal poster, and i would also not mind ircing using ssh/telnet or similar. But i have no idea on what software i need on the amiga side and how to setup linux ssh/telnet through null modem cable.
Piece of cake really, as long as you have a null modem cable and a Linux box handy.
On the Linux box you just need to enable
getty, on my SUSE box the actual program is
mgetty. Use an editor such as vi to enable getty in /etc/
inittab with the required port, baud etc. If you need help in this part ask and I or someone else can explain.
On the Amiga side you need any run of the mill terminal program such as AmiTerm. Configure the term program to the same parameters as you did getty. Enter terminal mode and hit enter a few times, you should get a log in prompt. Log in and you are ready to go. Run any console based *nix programs you wish such as {bleep}X(irc), Lynx, Linx etc.
Only things I can think to mention on an A500 is that the serial port is crappy. Make sure you are only set to a 4 color Work Bench, increasing the colors will slow down or kill the serial port. I forget the exact maximum speed on the 500, but I'd probably start with 9600 baud. Once that is working maybe try higher speeds. 9600 baud should be livable for IRC, email and possibly Lynx. Also make sure your null modem cable specifically works with Amiga serial ports as it is not exactly standard.
