Telnet vs Mosh

Developers should learn Telnet for legacy system maintenance, network troubleshooting, and understanding foundational remote access concepts, as it is still used in some embedded systems, routers, and older infrastructure meets developers should use mosh when working on remote servers over unstable or high-latency networks, such as mobile connections or across continents, as it prevents session drops and provides a smoother experience. Here's our take.

Telnet

Nice Pick

Developers should learn Telnet for legacy system maintenance, network troubleshooting, and understanding foundational remote access concepts, as it is still used in some embedded systems, routers, and older infrastructure

Pros

• It is valuable for testing network services (e
• Related to: ssh, tcp-ip

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Mosh

Developers should use Mosh when working on remote servers over unstable or high-latency networks, such as mobile connections or across continents, as it prevents session drops and provides a smoother experience

Pros

• It is particularly valuable for sysadmins, DevOps engineers, and developers who frequently SSH into cloud servers or remote development environments, as it reduces frustration from network issues and improves productivity
• Related to: ssh, terminal-emulators

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

These tools serve different purposes. Telnet is a protocol while Mosh is a tool. We picked Telnet based on overall popularity, but your choice depends on what you're building.

The Bottom Line

Telnet wins

Based on overall popularity. Telnet is more widely used, but Mosh excels in its own space.