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# TELTCSERVER - Retro Telnet Chat Server
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A lightweight telnet chat server designed with retro computers in mind. Perfect for your Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, Amiga, or any other vintage computer with telnet capabilities!
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## Features
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- Multi-room chat system
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- Works with ASCII-based terminals
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- Compatible with vintage computers
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- User authentication system
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- Room management
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- Admin controls
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- Rate limiting
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- Ban system
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## Designed for Retro
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TELTCSERVER is specifically designed to work with older computers and terminals. It uses:
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- Simple ASCII characters
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- 40-column display support
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- Minimal bandwidth requirements
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- Basic telnet protocol
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- No fancy graphics or colors
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## Security Notice
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This is a fun project for retro computing enthusiasts. Please note:
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- Messages are NOT encrypted
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- Passwords are hashed but transmitted in plaintext
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- No SSL/TLS support
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- Intended for hobby use only
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- Do not use for sensitive communications
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## Getting Started
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1. Install Python 3.6 or higher
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2. Run the server: python main.py
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3. Connect using any telnet client
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4. Default admin credentials: admin/admin (change these!)
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## Commands
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Basic commands:
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- /help - Show available commands
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- /login - Log into your account
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- /register - Create new account
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- /rooms - List chat rooms
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- /join - Enter a chat room
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Admin commands available after login with admin privileges.
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## Community
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This is a hobby project aimed at retro computing enthusiasts. Feel free to:
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- Share with other vintage computer fans
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- Modify for your needs
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- Host for your retro computing group
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- Connect using your favorite old machine
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## Contributing
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Contributions welcome! Keep in mind the project's focus on retro compatibility.
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## License
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MIT License - See LICENSE file for details
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Remember: This is for fun and educational purposes. Enjoy chatting like it's 1985!
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