RICHARD wrote: > Re my previous message, it appears the need for frequent re-activation of > the connection is due to just losing the DNS information. I can stay > connected while using ssh or telnet. But anything requiring names instead > of ip's stops after a few minutes. > > Rick B. > Do the entries in /etc/resolv.conf change, or do the name servers stop responding? It could be part of the validation process by the hotel's Internet setup. If you don't visit a specific web page and agree to the terms, then ether the dhcp server sends a new set of name servers when the lease renews, or firewalls your IP from the name servers. Dropping the connection, and restarting it resets the timer. But I am just speculating here... Mikkel -- Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste good with Ketchup!
