while setting up somthing in SSH using putty, it says enter

vi start

i do that and it opens up a file.

it then says add these lines to the file "censored"

and then save and exit the fil. how do you save somthing in SSH?

"vi" is a text editor. You open a file by typing vi filename.ext
To insert something into that file you type "a" to append after cursor, "i" to insert before cursor, and so on.
To exit and save:
Use the escape key to return to command mode and then type ZZ (or :x or :wq....)

Suggest you look up the vi (or VIM) manual, or even use PICO. It's easier to use, but somewhat less powerful/advanced. Great for simple edits, and it has command info right in the same screen as the text you edit. Tells you how to save, etc..

If you are having problems with this, I'd suggest a more suited editor as mentioned....pico or nano.

nano -w filename

Originally posted by schlecht
If you are having problems with this, I'd suggest a more suited editor as mentioned....pico or nano.

nano -w filename

na i got it now thanx for you help, much appreciated.

got a new problem now though :(

its located in programming. the link to it is:

http://www.webhostingtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=297578