[pptp-server] Newbie questions

[Matthew Ramsay]

>I have a linux box running pptp using chap authentication & works like a
>charm.

good to here.

>My question is :  Are passwords sent in clear text?

No.

>Do I need to upgrade to Microsoft MSCHAPv2/MPPE authentication in order to
>get 40 bit encryption?

Yes.

>What are the benefits if any of MS authentication besides the encryption?

MSCHAPv2 provides stronger authentication and addresses some of the flaws in
MSCHAP.

cheers,
Matt.