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11.21. How can I run zmodem with tip?

First, install one of the zmodem programs from the ports collection (such as one of the two from the comms category, lrzsz and rzsz).

To receive files, start the sending program on the remote end. Then, press enter and type ``~C rz'' (or ``~C lrz'' if you installed lrzsz) to begin receiving them locally.

To send files, start the receiving program on the remote end. Then, press enter and type ``~C sz <files>'' (or ``~C lsz <files>'') to send them to the remote system.


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