To access the CVS repository for NorthStar you need to do the following:

1. Set your CVSROOT: The CVSROOT environment variable needs to be set to tell cvs where to find the NorthStar Repository. To do this you can execute 'export CVSROOT=:pserver:anonymous@cvs.brownkid.net:/cvsroot'
2. Login to CVS: Execute the command 'cvs login'. When prompted for a password just hit Enter.
3. Checkout the sources: To checkout the most recent version of the NorthStar source execute the command 'cvs co NorthStar'

Please remember that access to the CVS repository is provided on a read-only basis. If you feel you need write access please email me at hitesh@presys.com