How are ttys assigned?

From: Willeat, Todd <TWilleat_at_MHP.SMHS.com>
Date: Thu, 17 May 2001 15:04:46 -0500

Hi all,

My manager has asked me a question that I can't find the answer to. When
someone telnets to the box, what determines which tty is assigned?

Thanks and I'll summarize.


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