How to Install mgetty in Ubuntu 18.04



Install mgetty by entering the following commands in the terminal:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install mgetty

Description:

Smart Modem getty replacement

Mgetty is a versatile program to handle all aspects of a modem under Unix. . The program 'mgetty' allows you to use a modem for handling external logins, receiving faxes and using the modem as a answering machine without interfering with outgoing calls. . This package includes basic modem data capabilities. Install mgetty-fax to get the additional functionality for fax. Install mgetty-voice to get the functionality to operate voice modems. . Mgetty is also configurable to select programs other than login for special connections (eg: uucico, fido or other programs) depending on the login userid. It also supports caller-id if the modem and phone line supply it, and can deny connections based on originating telephone number.

Homepage: http://mgetty.greenie.net/

Version: 1.1.36-3.1

Section: universe/comm