[ale] X over ssh to linux box using putty?

[Preston Boyington]

currently i can easily connect to a little test box that i have running.

i have been using putty to connect, update and install software on the 
test box, but now i would like to type 'startx' and have fluxbox open in 
the window.

what are others using to acquire an x-session over ssh?

i am using putty from my usb key and (if possible) would like to 
continue with things being portable.

side note:
i have noticed that Midnight Commander doesn't render correctly and puts 
those "a"s as borders, is there a fix?  i have been using 'vfu' (and am 
beginning to like it), but would prefer mc.

thanks folks,
preston