disconnecting when idle problem

From: Andy Barss (barss_at_U.Arizona.EDU)
Date: 01/19/04

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To: secureshell@securityfocus.com

    I'm running SSH Secure Shell 3.0.0, build 230. It's on a site
    license through the University of Arizona (hence I can't get
    direct tech assistance from SSH).

    Until last week, I had a DSL account, and used it to log into my
    university account from home using SSH. I changed to a cable
    modem, and suddenly SSH will disconnect after a few minutes if it
    is idle (whether it's the open window or not). The university
    server operators don't think the problem could be at their end.
    The cable company (Cox) disclaims any responsibility. The
    problem occurs when a computer is either directly connected to
    the cable modem, or via a router.

    Does anyone have a guess as to why this is occurring? It happens
    to both home machines, one running Win98 SE, and one running ME.

            Thanks,

            Andy Barss

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