Hello, I use FC4 and I had the same problem - I got the same error messages about socket etc. After you check the /etc/xinetd.d/telnet file (this you can find a lot in the net) CHECK YOUR FIREWALL SETTINGS!!! I use KDE FC4 - this was located under "security level settings" in the 'start' menu. Best Regards... -- Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/mail/