X.25 or multiplexer software

[Jon Zeeff]

I'm interested in connecting a Sys III unix machine to an X.25 line 
with the unix machine acting as a host for several users.  Preferably,
the unix machine would be connected directly to the X.25 line
by installing the right software on it.

If this is not possible, a low cost PAD might be ok.  

Any recommendations on the software (perferably free) or low cost 
hardware to do this?  

What problems might I expect in terms of flow control, 8 bit transparency,
modem control signals (is there an equivalent to dropping dtr on a dial-up
line?), etc.

On a different topic, is there any PD multiplexer software out there - 
I have a single 9600 bps line connecting 2 unix machines that I would 
like to make look like 4 2400 bps lines (ie support 4 users running cu 
to the other system).  Again, flow and modem control are concerns.  
Using a slip link and telnet is probably not an option on the Sys III 
machine (no tcp/ip support).  

Thanks.

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Jon Zeeff           		Branch Technology,
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