Greetings, Traveler
Welcome to my humble corner of the digital hyperspace. I am Slartibartfast, designer of coastlines, creator of award-winning fjords, and reluctant maintainer of this website.
After spending millions of years crafting the finest planetary features in the cosmos (particularly fond of my work on Norway, if I may say so), I've taken up the rather pedestrian hobby of maintaining web servers. It's not quite as fulfilling as winning an award for Fjord design, but it passes the time between universe iterations.
⚠️ Notice
This server is maintained with the same attention to detail I once gave to continental shelving. Which is to say, it works most of the time, unless the Vogons are doing construction nearby.
About This Domain
The Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, the Universe, and Everything is, of course, 42. What the question actually is remains a matter of some debate. But this domain? This domain knows its purpose.
🌍 Planetary Standards
Hosted on infrastructure meeting Magrathean quality specifications (or close enough, given the limitations of 21st century Earth technology).
🗨️ Voice Communication
For those who prefer voice communication to the written word. See the TeamSpeak section below for connection details.
📡 Always Online*
*Except during Vogon poetry readings, demolition notices, or routine maintenance of the Heart of Gold's Infinite Improbability Drive.
TeamSpeak Server Access
For those occasions when typing simply won't do and you need to communicate via actual sound waves (or their digital equivalent), I've set up a TeamSpeak 6 server. It's rather like having a proper conversation, only you're all in different locations and possibly different time zones.
🔒 Server Access Required
This server is password-protected. But where's the fun in simply telling you the password? After all, I spent millions of years perfecting the art of coastline design - surely you can spend a few moments solving a simple puzzle.
Complete the challenge below to reveal the server password.
🌌 The Ultimate Question Challenge
As any well-informed individual knows, the Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, the Universe, and Everything is 42. But do you know the most fundamental rule of hitchhiking through the galaxy?
According to the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, what is the most massively useful thing an interstellar hitchhiker can have?
Installing TeamSpeak 6 Client
Before you can connect, you'll need the TeamSpeak 6 client software. TeamSpeak 6 is the latest version, released in January 2025, featuring screen sharing, communities, and a modernized interface.
🖥️ Windows / Mac / Linux
- Visit the official TeamSpeak website: teamspeak.com/downloads
- Download TeamSpeak 6 (currently in beta) for your operating system
- Install the application following the installation wizard
- Launch TeamSpeak 6
Note: TeamSpeak 6 is currently in beta. You can still use TeamSpeak 3 to connect to TS6 servers if preferred.
📱 Mobile (iOS / Android)
- Search for "TeamSpeak" in your app store
- Download and install the official TeamSpeak app
- Open the app
Mobile clients support both TS3 and TS6 servers.
Connecting to the Server
Quick Connect
- Open TeamSpeak client
- Go to Search / Connect
- Enter the server address:
ts.fourtytwo.info - Enter the server password: (revealed after completing the challenge above)
- Choose a nickname
- Click Connect
💡 Tips for First-Time Users
- Test your microphone and audio settings before connecting (Cog Icon → Audio)
- Use Push-to-Talk if you're in a noisy environment (Cog Icon → Audio → Push-To-Talk)
- TeamSpeak 6 introduces new features like screen sharing - explore the interface!
- Be respectful of other users - it's not as lawless as the Vogon homeworld
- If you can't connect, ensure port 9987 isn't blocked by your firewall
Accolades & Recognition
Award for Best Use of Mountain Ranges
Magrathean Design Council, 10,000,000 BC
Honorable Mention - African Coastlines
Interstellar Geographic Society, 9,999,950 BC
Best Fjords (Norway)
My personal favorite. The fjords alone took me years to perfect.
"I won an award, you know. Didn't I ever tell you?"