how to execute shell command?

[axismundi]

Hi,
how can I execute a shell command using PHP? I need to run a java program.

I need solutions for both win and Linux.

Thanks!
Marc

[tekky]

how about.... system()?

[tuf-web_co_uk]

maybe the function shell_exec() ?? 😉

[HalfaBee]

Or exec() and passthru().

Halfabee

[axismundi]

Thanks guys!

It it also possible to trigger an application on a remote server using ftp?
Can I start a telnet session for instance and call the app?
Are there any telnet-functions available for php?

Regards
Marc