|---|---------------------------------------------------------------------|---| | | | | | O | ECHOLIST | O | | | The EchoMail Conference List | | | O | MASTER REPORT | O | | | | | | O | | O | | | | | | O | 01 Jun 96 ELIST606.TXT | O | | | | | | O | | O | | | | | | O | | O | | | The Echolist | | | O | ============ | O | | | | | | O | The EchoList, or Elist, is published at the beginning of | O | | | each month and is a listing of EchoMail Conferences as | | | O | described and submitted by each conference's moderator. | O | | | | | | O | It provides a place for Moderators to advertise their | O | | | conferences, both to people who would like to participate, | | | O | and to those who route echo traffic. It is also a reference | O | | | for distribution systems wishing to contact the Moderator of | | | O | an echo, or wishing information about an echo's topics. | O | | | | | | O | The Echolist carries echo listings from various different | O | | | Networks and distribution systems, including all Zones of | | | O | Fidonet, and all such listings are welcomed. It is sponsored | O | | | by the Fidonet Zone 1 Echomail Coordinator who appoints the | | | O | Echolist Coordinator. | O | | | | | | O | The Echolist Coordinator | O | | | ======================== | | | O | | O | | | The Echolist Coordinator is responsible for maintaining | | | O | the Elist software and producing the Elist data and help | O | | | files for distribution. These contain the answers to most | | | O | commonly asked questions. | O | | | | | | O | Assistance with obtaining these files, understanding | O | | | message formatting, update frequency, current status of an | | | O | echo, and similar questions should be obtained from one of | O | | | the following sources: | | | O | | O | | | Local sysop echo | | | O | Net Echomail Coordinator | O | | | Region Echomail Coordinator | | | O | | O | | | The Files | | | O | ========= | O | | | | | | O | The following files are distributed in the ECHOLIST file | O | | | echo, and are available by file request from Fidonet 1:1/201. | | | O | They are also available via Internet from the following | O | | | echomail Web Page: | | | O | | O | | | http://www.portal.ca/~awalker/elist.htm | | | O | | O | | | | | | O | ELISTnnn.ZIP Monthly Echolist Report. | O | | | ELRULnnn.ZIP Monthly collection of echo rules files. | | | O | | O | | | The above ELISTnnn.ZIP archive contains the following files: | | | O | | O | | | ELISTnnn.TXT Echolist Master Report. | | | O | ELMODnnn.TXT Updating/querying documentation. | O | | | ELFAQnnn.TXT Answers to Frequently Asked Questions. | | | O | ELTAGnnn.TXT Summary of Tags and Last Updates. | O | | | ELWRNnnn.TXT Echoes given 1 month expiry warning. | | | O | ELDELnnn.TXT Expired echoes removed since last Elist. | O | | | | | | O | In all the above files, nnn is the final digit of the year | O | | | plus the month number (the July issue of 1996 is thus 607). | | | O | | O | | | The following files are available from 1:1/201 and have | | | O | magic names as shown: | O | | | | | | O | ELISTnnn.ZIP ELIST | O | | | ELRULnnn.ZIP ELRUL | | | O | ELMODnnn.ZIP ELMOD | O | | | ELFAQnnn.ZIP ELFAQ | | | O | | O | | | Consult your Net or Region EchoMail Coordinator for local | | | O | availability of these files. | O | | | | | | O | | O | | | The Format | | | O | ========== | O | | | | | | O | In this file, if the phrase "DELETE WARNING" is written on | O | | | the line immediately below an echo tag name, the echo's | | | O | entry has not been updated for 5 months. If not updated | O | | | prior to the next Echolist report (i.e. 6 months after the | | | O | last update), the echo's entry will be deleted from this file. | O | | | | | | O | Duplicate conference tag names are not accepted for this file. | O | | | | | | O | The Contact | O | | | =========== | | | O | | O | | | Due to time constraints, the Echolist Coordinator can not | | | O | provide general information on Elist operation to | O | | | individuals. Such information is in ELMOD and ELFAQ. | | | O | | O | | | Questions which can not be answered by the appropriate NEC | | | O | or REC may be addressed to the Echolist Coordinator | O | | | (Adrian Walker) at 1:1/201 by netmail or in the ECHOLIST echo. | | | O | | O | | | | | |---|---------------------------------------------------------------------|---| TAG =============================================================================== 12_STEPS 12_STEPS 12 Steps of Recovery Discussion Origin: Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Linda Glover, 1:289/1 Moderators: Harriet Levy, 1:278/307 Last changed: 10 Apr 96 by Linda Glover, 1:289/1 141SYSOP Net141 Sysop Echo General discussion area for Net 141 sysops. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: 180 Volume: 200/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Tracy Molitor, 1:141/356 Last changed: 04 Feb 96 by Tracy Molitor, 1:141/356 14_REC 14_rec region 14 admin echo open to all sysops in r14 to talk to the RC/REC and discuss regional problems and concerns Origin: 1:283/120 Distribution: regional backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 100 Volume: 50/week Flags: Moderators: Marge Robbins, 1:283/120 Moderators: Dave Miller, 1:14/0 Last changed: 08 Feb 96 by Marge Robbins, 1:283/120 2604ADMIN Net 2604 Sysop Administration conference. Net 2604 local private sysop echo for adminstrative nodes. Origin: Distribution: local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jim McLaughlin, 1:2604/104 Last changed: 03 May 96 by Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 2604FILES Net 2604 File Announcement conference. Net 2604 File annoucement from Planet Connect and Pag Sat and FTP site. Origin: Distribution: local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 Last changed: 03 May 96 by Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 2604FIND Net 2604 File Find conference. Net 2604 local file find conference for members of Net 2604. Origin: Distribution: local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 Last changed: 03 May 96 by Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 2604NCE Net 2604 Coordinator Election conference. Net 2604 local private sysop echo for election of net coordinator. Origin: Distribution: local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 Moderators: Timothy Donahue, 1:2604/302 Last changed: 03 May 96 by Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 2604SYSOP Net 2604 Sysop support conference. Net 2604 local private sysop echo for support and general discussions for members of Net 2604. Origin: Distribution: local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 Last changed: 03 May 96 by Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 2604USERS Net 2604 Users conference. Net 2604 local user support and general discussions with members of Net 2604. Origin: Distribution: local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 Last changed: 03 May 96 by Carole Edwards, 1:2604/512 2605SYSOP !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Net 2605 Sysop Echo Origin: Distribution: Local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Scott Drake, 1:107/922 Last changed: 10 Dec 95 by Scott Drake, 1:107/922 269SYSOP !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Net 269 Sysop Echo Origin: Distribution: Local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Scott Drake, 1:107/922 Last changed: 10 Dec 95 by Scott Drake, 1:107/922 269_SYSOP !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Secondary Net 269 Sysop Echo Origin: Distribution: Local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Scott Drake, 1:107/922 Last changed: 10 Dec 95 by Scott Drake, 1:107/922 374NITPICK !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Net 374 Nitpicking Sysop Echo for Nitpicking Sysops A non-Backbone Echo distributed via past or present members for the purpose of microdebating non-important non-issues by self-appointed local 'sealawyer-type' Sysops of Net 374 most of whom have recently migrated into Net 374 from military bases or other Nets where their foolishness went unchallenged. This Echo serves to relieve the crap level from the real local Sysop Echo [374SYSOP] where nitpickers previously plied their dissatisfaction with FidoNet and Net 374 ops. It is modeled on on a previous and similarly designed local Echo called R18COORD which was a circular flame Echo for dissatisfied Net Coordinators in Region 18 to bitch and moan about standard FidoNet ops they didn't agree with. Origin: Distribution: LOCAL Gateways: # Nodes: 4 Volume: 200/week Rules: 374NITS.RUL Flags: Moderators: First Sysop to Post in the Echo, 1:374/9999 Last changed: 15 Dec 95 by Christopher Baker, 1:374/14 400ECHO Discussion area for 1:141/400 sysops Discussion area for 1:141/400 sysops Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: B. Somers, 1:141/445 Last changed: 20 May 96 by Tracy Molitor, 1:141/356 40_PLUS_INFO FORTY PLUS - Info Forty Plus organizations are non-profit and member-staffed organizations that provide structured support for job placement and professional growth options for members. Most participation is through local organizations which are listed in the Wall Street Journal's National Business Employment Weekly in the calendar section. This echo provides basic help for inquiries from prospective members, sponsors, and employers. Membership is open to managers, executives, and technical professionals. This echo is public. Other 40 Plus Net echos have private distribution. Alumni networking and professional association liaison is encouraged. Supported by 40 Plus of MN, active over MN, WI, SD, ND, NE, IA, & upMI. Origin: 8:973/1.0@RBBS-NET.ORG Distribution: 8:973/1.0@RBBS-NET.ORG, 1:282/78.0@Fidonet.org Gateways: Fidonet via 1:282/78 # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Chuck Cole, 8:973/1.0@RBBS-NET.ORG Moderators: Chuck Cole, 1:282/78.0@Fidonet.org Last changed: 04 Jan 96 by Chuck Cole (moderator), 1:282/78 40_PLUS_NET !!! DELETE WARNING !!! FORTY PLUS Network Support Forty Plus organizations are non-profit and member-staffed organizations that provide structured support for job placement and professional growth for members. 40 Plus Network participation is restricted to members. Inquire via the 40_Plus_Info echo. This echo is for the development and management of the private network between 40 Plus groups. Alumni networking and professional association liaison is encouraged. Access requires a FAX from your 40 Plus group to 40 Plus of MN at (612) 683-9898, which also has voicemail. Origin: 8:973/1.0@RBBS-NET.ORG Distribution: 8:973/1.0@RBBS-NET.ORG, 1:282/78.0@Fidonet.org Gateways: Fidonet via 1:282/78 # Nodes: N/A Volume: 15/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Chuck Cole, 8:973/1.0@RBBS-NET.ORG Moderators: Chuck Cole, 1:282/78.0@Fidonet.org Last changed: 10 Dec 95 by Chuck Cole (moderator), 1:282/78 4DOS 4DOS ECHO This conference is for everyone interested in the COMMAND.COM replacment 4DOS. This includes 4DOS related programs such as NDOS, and 4OS2 the corresponding program for OS/2. Excludes: General software, hardware discussions/problems. Encoding/ecripting of messages is not allowed. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: RBBS-NET via 1:10/8 # Nodes: 300 Volume: 1400/MONTH Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jean Hart, 1:130/21 Last changed: 26 May 96 by Jean Hart, 1:130/21 4DOS_TC The 4DOS/4OS2 and Take Command Support Conference/Echo. Technical support and file exchanges for 4DOS (DOS command processor), 4OS2 (OS/2 command processor), and Take Command (Windows command processor). Origin: Zone 1 Backbone Distribution: Z1-Backbone, Z2-Backbone, Z3-Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Raymond B‚riau, 1:242/105.0 Moderators: Phi Nguyen, 1:379/10.0 Last changed: 01 Jun 96 by Raymond Beriau, 1:242/105 4SALE For Sale Echo for Region 17 A non-commercial buy and sell conference in a 'garage sale' type setting. No commercial or multi-level marketing ads. Origin: Distribution: Region 17 Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 150/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Dana Booth, 1:138/179 Last changed: 01 Mar 96 by Dana Booth, 1:138/179 4X4 4X4 ECHO 4X4 Conference is a conference dedicated and committed to any and all types of 4X4 Trucking issues and discussions. Origin: 1:332/101 Distribution: Zone 1 BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 70 Volume: 160/Month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Pete Farias, 1:332/101 Last changed: 19 May 96 by PETE FARIAS, 1:332/101 60S_70S_PROGROCK 60's/70's Progressive Rock Music Echo Discussion of Progressive Rock (Art Rock, Psychedelic Rock, etc.) of the late 60's through today's current scene, plus related topics Origin: Distribution: Zone 6, Japan Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 30/D Rules: Flags: Moderators: Scott Rhodes # 3641/1, Mike Taylor @ ???/???? Last changed: 11 Jan 96 by Scott Rhodes, 1:3641/1 80XXX Assembly language programming (Intel CPUs mainly) Assembly language programming discussions. Intel CPUs, and related peripherals control through software. Programming of embedded systems and other CPU families also discretionarily allowed. Origin: Distribution: Backbone Gateways: RBBS-NET via 1:10/8, Zone-3 via 3:635/727 # Nodes: 35 Volume: 30/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Ed Beroset, 1:3641/1.250 Last changed: 16 Mar 96 by Ed Beroset, 1:3641/1 8_AMIGA AMIGA COMPUTER SUPPORT Support for Amiga 500, 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 computers. Latest news on Escot. Origin: Christian Fellowship Net Distribution: Familynet Backbone/PC Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 65/month Rules: 8_AMIGA.RUL Flags: Moderators: Jude Thaddeaus, 8:8/0 Moderators: Harold Robbins, 8:3000/9 Last changed: 10 Apr 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 AAGENE African American Genealogy This echo focuses on the genealogy of African Americans in the United States & Canada. The primary moderator & originator of the echo is Mike Wade (1:226/280). Origin: 1:376/140.0 @ fidonet.org Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 8 Volume: 100 Month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Mike Wade, 1:226/280.0 Moderators: David Hamiter, 1:376/140.0 Last changed: 03 Mar 96 by David Hamiter, 1:376/140 AAOS !!! DELETE WARNING !!! American Atheist Online Services Echo The AAOS Echo is a direct contact forum operated by American Atheists, Inc., from their Online Services Node at 1:382/1006. The purpose of the Echo is to provide members and prospective members of American Atheists with an introduction to the scope and mission of AAI. AAOS is not a debate Echo for theists or agnostics. Sysops carrying the Echo are requested to set the area to READ-ONLY to non-atheist Users. Those who wish to make an issue of atheism should look elsewhere [like HOLYSMOKE]. Those who want more information on the American atheist movement are cordially invited to observe and participate. AAOS Echo is now on the FidoNet Backbone. AAOS is not to be Gated into any other network without the expressed permission of the Echo Host. This Echo may be linked from the source [AAOS @ 1:382/1006] or from the alternate [Rights On! @ 1:374/14]. AAOS Echo is now available on the Zone 1 Backbone. Send direct Netmail to the Host or alternate with session and Areafix passwords to the system where you wish to link. Origin: 1:382/1006@fidonet.org Distribution: LOCAL, ZONE1_BACKBONE, ZONE3 Gateways: Zone-3 VIA 3:800/857 # Nodes: 12 Volume: 25/week Rules: AAOS.RUL Flags: Moderators: Robin Murray-O'Hair, 1:382/1006 Last changed: 15 Dec 95 by Christopher Baker, 1:374/14 ABLED disABLED Users Information Exchange. Information, help and support Echo for the Handicapped. Origin: Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 300 Volume: 50/day Flags: Moderators: Bill Jackson, 1:280/76 Moderators: Stu Turk, 1:129/26 Last changed: 20 May 96 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26 ABLED_ATHLETE Abled Athletes For the impaired individual that still participates in athletics, or athletic competition. Co-Moderated by Sheila Fava, an Abled Athlete. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 0 Volume: Flags: Moderators: Butch Walker, 157/2 Last changed: 02 Feb 96 by Butch Walker, 1:157/2 ABLENEWS Disability/medical news, views, resources News, information, referrals of special interest to persons with disabilities and those sharing our concerns. Origin: 1:279/60 Distribution: ZONE-1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 500 Volume: 90/WEEK Rules: Flags: Moderators: Earl Appleby, 1:279/60 Last changed: 29 Jan 96 by Earl Appleby, 1:279/60 ABORTION !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Abortion Discussion A lively debate and information echo on the various issues and implications related to abortion and adoption. Origin: Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 20 Volume: 75/DAY Rules: Flags: Moderators: Siobhan Perricone, 1:325/611.0 Last changed: 17 Dec 95 by Siobhan Perricone, 1:325/611 ABUSED Abused Helpline Support Echo for Abused persons to assist them to find healing. Origin: Christian Fellowship Net Distribution: FamilyNet backbone Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 16/month Rules: ABUSED.RUL Flags: Moderators: PEGGY CAVNAR, 8:3207/1 Moderators: Phil Blansett, 8:3115/11 Last changed: 10 Apr 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 ACCT_TAX Accounting and Tax Information A conference to exchange information regarding accounting and tax information from both the professional point of view and the layman. Origin: 1:280/333 Distribution: FidoNet Gateways: None # Nodes: 100 Volume: 100/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Larry Noah, 1:280/333 Last changed: 10 Apr 96 by Roy Timberman, 1:280/1 ACTUP Aids Coalition to Unleash Power ACT UP, the AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power, is "a diverse, nonpartisan group of individuals united in anger and committed to a direct action to end the AIDS Crisis. We meet with government and health official; we research and distribute the latest medical information. We protest and demonstrate; we are not silent." The slogan SILENCE = DEATH refers to the complicity that permits like the Holocause of World War II to take place. ACT UP has dozens of autonomous chapters in North and South America, Europe, Australia and South Africa. Origin: 1:1120/124@FIDONET.ORG Distribution: Gay Community Link and other Requesting Nodes Gateways: # Nodes: 20 Volume: 10/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Rick Sande, 1:1120/124@FIDONET.ORG Last changed: 10 Feb 96 by Ben Mazzucco, 1:141/112 AD&D Advanced Dungeons and Dragons The AD&D Echo is for the discussion and actual playing of the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons (tm) Fantasy Role-Playing Game published by TSR, Inc. While it is called the 'AD&D Echo', all versions of D&D (Basic, D&D, AD&D Edition 1 or Edition 2) and it's associated supplements, are considered on topic. Origin: Distribution: FIDONET, BACKBONE Gateways: GROUPMAIL VIA 1:107/3 # Nodes: 150 Volume: 200/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Scott Royall, 1:106/357 Moderators: Dr Pepper, 1:15/41 Last changed: 28 Jan 96 by Scott Royall, 1:106/357 ADAM Adam International Computer Conference A conference for the discussion and exchange of information concerning the Adam computer manufactured by Coleco. All topics of interest to Adam owners and users including hardware, software, user groups, and meetings are welcome. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: James Young, 1:366/221 Last changed: 04 Apr 96 by James Young, 1:366/221 ADAMS_RIB (REST) Women's issues discussed. Origin: FamilyNet Distribution: FamilyNet backbone/Planet Connect Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 260/month Rules: ADAMSRIB.RUL Flags: Moderators: Carla Williams, 8:7703/4 Last changed: 13 Jan 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 ADAPTEK Adaptive Technology for the DisABLED Discussion echo for all types of adaptive technology for the disabled to improve quality of life Origin: Distribution: backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 12 Volume: 5/week Rules: ADAPTEK.RUL Flags: Moderators: Brian Moore, 1:250/518 Moderators: Bob Buchanan, 1:134/61 Last changed: 02 May 96 by Bob Buchanan, 1:134/61 ADEPTSOFT AdeptXBBS Support Conference. General Support echo for Adept BBS software, and third party Software for Adept. Origin: 1:303/4 Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 200/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Marv Hubbard, 1:303/4 Last changed: 26 Apr 96 by Marv Hubbard, 1:303/4 ADEPT_SYSOP ADEPT SysOp to SysOp support ADEPTXBBS SysOps helping each other with problems and concerns. SysOps looking for tricks and features. New software to use with ADEPT. Rexx files to use on ADEPT. Help for new ADEPT SysOps. New SysOp utilities developed by experenced ADEPT Sysops. Open to User's as well, but focas on SysOps. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Jeff Towey, 1:2623/81.0@Fidonet Last changed: 05 May 96 by Jeff Towey, 1:2623/81 ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders A conference for the discussion of children with learning disabilities caused by Attention Deficits or Hyperactivity. Families of those children as well as professionals are invited to participate. An Electronic Support Group. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 0 Volume: Flags: Moderators: Butch Walker, 157/2 Last changed: 02 Feb 96 by Butch Walker, 1:157/2 ADLIB Sound Cards Echo Fido's International Sound Cards Echo, for discussion of all sound cards and related topics, including sound and music files (WAV,VOC,MOD,S3M,XM,MID,etc...), demos (Future Crew,Cascada, Triton,etc), speakers for the PC (not limited to "Multimedia speakers"), software as related to sound cards, etc. Whether you're a sound card enthousiast or someone looking to make the best choice when purchasing a new sound card, this is best echo echo in FidoNet to join. Origin: Distribution: Z1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/week Rules: ADLIB.RUL Flags: Moderators: Erik Harris, 1:2613/126 Moderators: Erik Harris, levi@frontiernet.net Last changed: 10 Mar 96 by levi@frontiernet.net ADMIN2630 Net 2630 Administrative Conference Administrative conference used by NC2630 to conduct net business and make announcements of general interest to Net 2630 Admin Members. Origin: 1:2630/0 Distribution: Local Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jeff Shapiro, 1:2630/0 Last changed: 30 Mar 96 by Scott Drake, 1:2630/212 ADOPTEES Adoptees Information Exchange Help and suggestions for adoptees and birth parents in their search. Discussion of legislation affecting adoptees, birth parents and adoptive parents. Organizations and agencies offering help with the adoptees and birth parents search are also discussed. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 50 Volume: 150/week Flags: Moderators: Michael Kirst, 1:3633/36 Moderators: Bob Heide, 1:227/3 Last changed: 14 May 96 by Michael Kirst, 1:3633/36 ADS_ANNOUNCE ADS File Announcements Amiga Distribution system file Announcements Origin: Zone 1 Backbone Distribution: Z1 BACKBONE Z2 Z3 Gateways: 2:480/33 # Nodes: 35 Volume: 6/Week Flags: Moderators: Don Plesky, 1:120/229.0 ADS Z1C Moderators: Roy Smith, 1:375/402.0 Last changed: 18 Feb 96 by Don Plesky, 1:120/229 AHIMSA Non-violence -- Philosophy & Practice Discussion of the Buddhist principle & practice of Ahimsa, or non-injury to sentient beings, whether by word, thought, or act. This area is also appropriate to the discussion of vegetarianism as an ethical choice. (Began 8/91) Origin: 96:101/33 Distribution: DharmaNet (Zone 96) Gateways: DharmaNet via 1:125/33 # Nodes: Volume: 10/Week Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 96:101/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, dharma@netcom.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 AIDS-HIV AIDS & HIV This conference is intended to provide support for those affected by AIDS & HIV, including friends, family, medical personnel and just anyone concerned with this condition. Discussions of religion, morality and judgemental statements of those affected are not welcome but if a poster wants to discuss these topics in a supportive manner that is related to the topic then he may as long as he is aware that the moderators may put a sudden and immediate stop to the thread if they feel the postings are becoming detrimental to the concept of support and information exchange that is the main topic behind this conference. Origin: Distribution: Fidonet BACKBONE Gateways: ADANET, RBBSNET # Nodes: N/A Volume: 140/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Bert Sainz, 1:135/55 Moderators: Norman Brown, 1:104/909 Last changed: 04 May 96 by Bert Sainz, 1:135/55 AIDS.DATA AIDS DATA A "READ ONLY" News Group published daily relating to AIDS and HIV infection. NO CHAT PERMITTED; READ ONLY Includes: CDC AIDS Daily Summary; AmFAR Clinical Trials; CDC Press Releases; late-breaking news. MESSAGES RANGE IN SIZE UP TO 25,000+ bytes. BBS/MAILER SOFTWARE MUST BE CONFIGURED TO HANDLE UP TO 30,000 bytes TO INSURE SEENBY LINES ARE NOT TRUNCATED. Origin: 1:103/927@FidoNet Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Planet Connect via 1:3615/50@FidoNet # Nodes: 200 Volume: 30/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Mary Elizabeth, 1:103/927 Last changed: 04 Feb 96 by Mary Elizabeth, 1:103/927 AIDS.DRUGS AIDS DRUGS A "READ ONLY" News Group published daily relating to AIDS and HIV infection, and the drugs being developed to treat AIDS-related opportunistic infections. NO CHAT PERMITTED; READ ONLY. MESSAGES RANGE IN SIZE UP TO 25,000+ bytes. BBS/MAILER SOFTWARE MUST BE CONFIGURED TO HANDLE UP TO 30,000 bytes TO INSURE SEENBY LINES ARE NOT TRUNCATED. Origin: 1:103/927@FidoNet Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Planet Connect via 1:3615/50@FidoNet # Nodes: 200 Volume: 30/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Mary Elizabeth, 1:103/927 Last changed: 04 Feb 96 by Mary Elizabeth, 1:103/927 AIDS.SPIRITUAL AIDS SPIRITUAL A general chat/support conference dedicated to spiritual issues relating to HIV/AIDS Origin: 1:103/927@FidoNet Distribution: AEGIS - GayComm - HIVNET - Planet Connect - PrideNet Gateways: HIVNET via 2:280/413@FidoNet # Nodes: 80 Volume: 10/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: James Vokoun, 1:103/927 Moderators: Foo Dog, 1:103/927 Moderators: Mary Elizabeth, 1:103/927 Moderators: Mary Elizabeth, mary.elizabeth@aegis.com Last changed: 09 Jan 96 by Mary Elizabeth, 1:103/927 AIDS.TRIALS AIDS TRIALS A "READ ONLY" News Group published daily relating to AIDS TRIALS in progress. NO CHAT PERMITTED; READ ONLY MESSAGES RANGE IN SIZE UP TO 25,000+ bytes. BBS/MAILER SOFTWARE MUST BE CONFIGURED TO HANDLE UP TO 30,000 bytes TO INSURE SEENBY LINES ARE NOT TRUNCATED. Origin: 1:103/927@FidoNet Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Planet Connect via 1:3615/50@FidoNet # Nodes: 200 Volume: 30/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Mary Elizabeth, 1:103/927 Last changed: 04 Feb 96 by Mary Elizabeth, 1:103/927 AIDS/ARC AIDS & ARC The mission of this echo is to disseminate information, provide support, offer suggestions, and anything else that relates to the Fight Against AIDS. Feeds will be cut for all anti-AIDS, anti-gay and "The Lord wants you to pay for your evil ways" posts. Origin: Distribution: Fidonet BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 70/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Tall Paul, 1:204/462 Last changed: 07 Apr 96 by Tall Paul, 1:204/462 AIRGUN Airgunners' Information Exchange AIRGUN, has evolved from the Airguns message base of the AirPower RyBBS. It is a forum for airgunners to discuss current and collectible model airguns, upcoming shows and matches, and just about anything to do with airguns. Newcomers are most welcome to inquire here and learn about this wonderful sport. As of July 1994 AIRGUN is now making it into Europe also. Origin: Distribution: Zone 1 backbone, Zone 2 partial. Gateways: Zone 2 VIA 1:273/408 # Nodes: N/A Volume: 45/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jim Henry, 1:273/408 Last changed: 13 Mar 96 by Jim Henry, 1:273/408 AIRSHOW INTERNATIONAL Airshow News/Discussion Echo geared toward the discussion and announcements of airshows. A monthly airshow database/schedule will be posted by moderator. AVIATIONnet Gateway Origin: 1:311/27 Distribution: ALL (1-6) Gateways: AVIATIONnet, Internet # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Cory Robin, 1:311/27 Last changed: 31 Jan 96 by Cory Robin, 1:311/40 ALASKA_CHAT Alaska Off Topic Chatter Alaska based open-topic chat echo. Talk to Alaskans about Alaska or just chat! Great for tourists, visitor wannabe's or anyone thinking about moving to Alaska! All are welcome! Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: DEIDRE OSGOOD, 1:3550/513 Last changed: 03 Jan 96 by Deidre Osgood, 1:3550/513 ALLFIX_HELP I'ntl ALLFIX Support I'ntl ALLFIX Support/Help Echo Origin: 1:395/602 Distribution: Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6 Gateways: Zone 86 Backbone via 1:395/195<=>86:8406/1 (TOADNET) # Nodes: 1000 Volume: 35/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jim Smoot, 1:395/602 Moderators: Harald Harms, 2:281/910 Last changed: 23 Mar 96 by Jim Smoot, 1:395/602 ALTMED Alternative Medicine alternative medicine topics Origin: THE SOURCE BBS, 135/68 Distribution: Fidonet Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Dia Spriggs, 135/68 Last changed: 02 Apr 96 by Dia Spriggs, 1:135/68 AMATEUR_RADIO Amateur Radio / Ham Radio The Amateur Radio echo welcomes all aspects of Ham Radio covered by Part 97 of the U.S. Federal Communications rules and regulations and similar regulations of Citizens Band (CB) is off-topic in this echo. Origin: 1:278/307 Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 200 Volume: 50/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Rich Wood, 1:278/307 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by Rich Wood, 1:278/307 AMBERNET AmberNet Primary Echo for General Discussion AmberNet is devoted to business and related topics. The Ambernet Echo allows users to engage in general discussions about business and other matters. Origin: AMBERNET Distribution: AMBERNET Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 26 Feb 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AMIGA Amiga International Echo The International Amiga Echoconference is intended to foster discussion of all models of the Amiga computer system. This echo is intended as a source of answers to questions users might have about the Amiga, and as a clearing house for new information about new Amiga products offered by Escom and by third party vendors. Hands-on reviews of such products are encouraged, especially with hard facts and data. We invite everyone who uses the Amiga, or who is interested in the Amiga, to participate in this echo through the friendly and helpful exchange of information. Origin: Distribution: Backbone Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Gateways: # Nodes: 300 Volume: 200/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Joyce Divina, 1:3612/42 Moderators: Asha DeVelder, 1:209/245.5 Last changed: 09 Apr 96 by Asha Develder, 1:209/245 AMIGAGAMES Amiga Games THis echo is dedicated to the discussion of gaming and entertainment software on the Amiga computer platform. All encompassing topics dealing with Amiga games will be based on all current Amiga computers, CDTV, CD32, and all future "Amiga" based computers yet to come in the near and distant future. Average volume base is approximately 50-80 messages per dayand handles are not permitted. Origin: 1:209/254.0 Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: 80/Day Flags: Moderators: Asha DeVelder, 1:209/245.5 Last changed: 02 Apr 96 by Asha Develder, 1:209/245 AMIGASALE Amiga Hardware and Software ForSale Conference For-Sale conference dealing with buying and selling of Amiga items. In order to post in this echo, you must be either selling or trading an Amiga item for something or something for an Amiga item. Origin: Distribution: FidoNet Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Jon Guidry, 1:3803/11 Moderators: Thomas Bird, 1:396/88 Last changed: 20 Feb 96 by Jon Guidry, 1:3803/11 AMIGA_CDROM International AMIGA & CDROM/CDTV/CD32 Discussions & Sales. An International Amiga Conference Area created for discussion and information on CDROM, CDTV, CD32, CD Sales, and various CD titles for Amiga Users. Also to get help with Amiga installations, availble Amiga titles, and the sale of used or new equipment for use with the Amiga. Request it via your hub today as 'AMIGA_CDROM' or contact your NEC for help! Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE - ZONE 1 - ZONE 2 - ZONE 6 Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 100/WEEK Rules: Flags: Moderators: Robert Du Gaue, 1:203/2263.0 Last changed: 05 May 96 by Robert Du Gaue, 1:203/2263 AMIGA_COMMS Amiga Communications Software and Hardware Discussions Amiga_Comms covers discussion of non-FidoNet BBSs, Terminal programs such as JrCOMM, Term and Ncomm and communications hardware such as modems and multi-port serial cards. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 150 Volume: 15/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 Last changed: 07 Mar 96 by Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 AMIGA_FILEFIND Filefind Echo for AMIGA computers This is an echo that allows you to send a search request via the echo to "FILEFIND", "ALLFIX" etc. being utilized by participating BBS's and have the response come back from these BBS's via the echo, informing you as to what your search has found. (Some systems will opt to send replies via NetMail). Thus, you are able to do a FILE REQUEST via netmail on the basis of your search. If you do not have access to FILE REQUESTS via your BBS or POINT software, another option to obtain the file would be to call one of the BBS's you receive your reply from, log on and download it directly. It sure beats having to FILE REQUEST a BBS's file list (sometimes HUGE) or logging on to search their lists when you are looking for just one file! Conversation will be restricted SOLELY to questions and answer type dialogue and "HOW TO" (do a search) will be posted weekly. Origin: 1:326/209.0 Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Rick Lembree, 1:326/209.0 Moderators: Roy Smith, 1:375/402.0 Last changed: 08 Jan 96 by Rick Lembree, 1:326/209 AMIGA_FIND Amiga User File Search and Find for FidoNet AMIGA_FIND allows users to make queries for files from AMIGA File Servers and Boards using AllFix or FQuery search syntax. Origin: Distribution: FIDONET Gateways: # Nodes: 150 Volume: 15/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 Last changed: 07 Mar 96 by Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 AMIGA_INT Amiga Worldwide This echo is devoted to open discussions of the Amiga computer, and it's peripherals. Topics include Amiga research and development, past, present and future support products, as well as the future of the Amiga computer as a whole. Discussions of the parent company are also encouraged if relevant to the Amiga platform. (i.e. product development, marketing, and corporate information.) Origin: 1:209/254.0 Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Rob Barnes, 1:209/254.1 Moderators: Marcie Hansen, 1:209/254.0 Last changed: 06 Feb 96 by Rob Barnes, 1:209/254 AMIGA_OS&EM Amiga Operating Systems and Emulators The primary purpose of this Echo Conference is to offer an avenue of assistance and information to users of Amiga-based Operating Systems ( Release 1 and 2, Amix, Unix, Minix and OS-9000 ), emulators (CP/M, MSdos, Macintosh, Atari, C64, etc). Configuration, installation and other setup problems are within the scope of this echo, including such subjects such as installation and compatibility of libraries, device drivers and handlers. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: NEC240 # Nodes: 25 Volume: 15/WEEK Rules: Flags: Moderators: Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 Last changed: 07 Mar 96 by Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 AMIGA_SYSOP Amiga BBS System Operators Conference Information and assistance by and for SYSOPs of Amiga-based and Amiga-oriented BBSes. Origin: Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 50 Volume: 40/Day Flags: Moderators: Jon Guidry, 1:3803/11 Last changed: 06 Feb 96 by Jon Guidry, 1:3803/11 AMPUTEE Amputee Support By request of a local group, this Electronic Support Group is formed to lend support, comfort and exchange information between amputee's. Asst. Moderator - Robert Thurlow Origin: Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 0 Volume: Flags: Moderators: Butch Walker, 157/2 Last changed: 02 Feb 96 by Butch Walker, 1:157/2 AMU_HELP Support for the Automated Maintenance Utility (AMU) The AMU_HELP echo has been established to provide support for the Automated Maintenance Utility (AMU) Origin: Distribution: Private Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 15 Rules: AMU_HELP.RUL Flags: Moderators: David Hickey, 1:261/1108.0 Last changed: 31 May 96 by dhicke1@gl.umbc.edu AMY_COMMS International Amiga Telecommunications Roundtable Included but not limited to Telecommunications. This echo was created for the discussion of current and future, Terminal software, such as the current versions of Term, Ncomm, Jr-Comm, Terminus & others, serial expanders, other type of hardware associated with the title of this echo, and including discussion on the current & future BBS packages. Origin: 1:102/852 Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 500 Volume: 15/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Mike Moon, 1:102/852 Last changed: 03 May 96 by Mike Moon, 1:102/852 AMY_POINT Amiga FidoNet Point and Node Software Support The primary purpose of this Echo Conference is to offer an avenue of assistance and information to users of Amiga-based FidoNet Software. Configuration, installation and other setup problems are within the scope of this echo, as well discussions of anything else relating to the Amiga within FidoNet. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 200 Volume: 20/DAY Rules: Flags: Moderators: Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 Last changed: 07 Mar 96 by Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 AMY_TECH amy_tech Amiga Stuff Origin: 1:255/19 Distribution: backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Roy Greer, 255/19 Last changed: 07 May 96 by Roy Greer, 1:255/19 AM_4SALE Items for Sale Items and Services for sale by consumers and/or business users. No illegal items/services may be advertised. Any MLM involvement MUST be included in the body of the message. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_BADS BBS Advertisements AmberNet encourages it's member boards to advertise their systems. ANSI Escape Codes are prohibitied in this echo. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_BARTER Barter and Counter-Trade Barter (Trade) is one of the fastest growing areas in the economy. Folks who barter can take excess time, services and products and convert them into an alternative currency to purchase items from other traders while preserving their capital. From Horse Trader to International Counter Trader, all will find value in this echo. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_BIZADS Business Advertising Advertisements from Business Owners/Operators Business Owners/Operators are encouraged to post advertisements in this echo. The following items are prohibited: ANSI Escape Codes, Activities and/or products which are classified as illegal. MLM type business's MUST identify the activity as MLM in the message body. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_BIZOPS Business Opportunites and Offers AM_BIZOPS is designed to offer a platform for participants to announce availability of, desire for and general discussions about business opportunities. ANSI escape codes are prohibited, as well as any activity which is illegal. MLM opportunities MUST be clearly identified as such in the body of the message. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 26 Feb 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_CAREERS Job Announcements/Positions Wanted Employers may post Position Open Announcements. Job Seekers may post messages relative to Positions Requested. All MLM activities MUST be indentified as such in body of message Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Moderators: Pat Luttrell, 1:379/56 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_DEV AmberNet File Announcements File Announcements for AmberNet Read-only area. Restricted to members of AmberNet Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 02 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_HOMEBIZ Home Business and Allied Fields A large number of workers are now either running a Home Business, or contemplating starting one. Some come to home business because they need the freedom from a 'boss', others enter the area due to cut-backs, layoffs and other events beyond their control. This echo gives all involved in, interested in and marketing to Home Business users a forum for discussion. Offers made which involve MLM must indicate the MLM nature in the body of the message. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 15/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 26 Feb 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_SYSOP AmberNet Sysop Echo AmberNet Sysop's Echo. Net administration, Q&A and other net matters Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 40/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 26 Feb 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_WOMBIZ AmberNet Women in Business Women in Business face unique challenges and opportunities. Both women and men in the business world can express their views and concerns in this echo. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Moderators: Jennifer Therrien, 1:3603/600 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_WOMFAM !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Discussions centered on women and family issues Women oriented discussions on home, women at home, and related issues Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Moderators: Jennifer Therrien, 1:3603/600 Last changed: 13 Dec 95 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 AM_WOMHARRAS !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Sexual Harrassment Issues Sexual Harrassment affects all of us. Participants in this echo can discuss their experiences, solutions and views. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Moderators: Jennifer Therrien, 1:3603/600 Last changed: 13 Dec 95 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 AM_WOMSYS Women SYSOPS Discussion area for women sysops Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Moderators: Jennifer Therrien, 1:3603/600 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net AM_WOMWORK Women in the workplace Women have unique challenges and oportunity in the work-place. Participants can share their views and experiences in this echo. Origin: AmberNet Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Moderators: Jennifer Therrien, 1:3603/600 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net ANEWS News of the US and World Current events and interesting news items from today's news from an alternative, left perspective. Many of these news items are overlooked in the "normal" mass-media and contain news from a different point of view. Features both national international news stories with an emphasis on social, labor, environmental and other issues. Not meant to be a so-called objective news echo, but instead focuses on alternative news. No restrictions but Sysops could make the echo read-only if they prefer. This echo is not meant for conversation, instead trying to be purely news and information. ANEWS is distributed on the Zone 1 echomail backbone. Origin: Distribution: International, Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 250 Volume: 90/Week Rule File: ANEWS.RUL Flags: Moderators: Joe DeLassus, 1:100/355 Moderators: Scott Parks, 1:343/70 Last changed: 08 Jan 96 by Joe DeLassus, 1:100/355 ANGLINET Anglican Discussion Echo ANGLINET is a discussion echo for Anglicans (Episcopalians) in the United States), designed as an interim measure while integrating Anglinet into FamilyNet. All Christian BBSs are welcome to carry Anglinet. However, no traffic which is critical of the Anglican church, or intended to "convert" Anglicans to some other faith, will be permitted. Origin: Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: # Nodes: 3 Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Moderators: Greg Slade, 8:7501/132 Last changed: 13 Feb 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 ANIMAL_DOC Animal Health/Training and Your Veterinarian. Discussion of animal health, daily care, behavior and training in a light and open setting. Veterinarian(s) online. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Jeff Tapke, 1:232/36 Last changed: 02 Mar 96 by Jeff Tapke, 1:232/36 ANIMAL_RIGHTS Animal Rights Conference The purpose of the ANIMAL_RIGHTS conference is to educate and be a forum for the exchange of ALL viewpoints and opinions on the issue of animal rights. All sides of this emotional issue will in all probability be represented. Therefore, all users, whether pro or con on the animal rights issue should feel free to express their opinions. They should also expect to be challenged in their beliefs by those in the oppositon, perhaps quite strongly. Origin: 1:238/202 Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 80/Week Rules: ANIM_RTS.RUL Flags: Moderators: Dale Anderson, 1:238/202 Moderators: Dale Anderson, danders3@waun.tdsnet.com Last changed: 01 May 96 by Dale Anderson, 1:238/202 ANIME Japanese Animation Conference A conference devoted primarily to the discussion of Japanese animation but open to discussion of general animation (including American cartoons and animation) and topics related to Japanese animation such as manga. Origin: 1:101/165 Distribution: BACKBONE, 1:141/95 Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 150/Day Rules: ANIME.RUL Flags: Moderators: Mark Weiss, 1:141/950 Last changed: 26 May 96 by Mark Weiss, 1:141/950 ANIMED ANIMAL MEDICINE DISCUSSION AREA Echo for the discussion of animal sickness and cures, all Animals. Origin: 1:102/861 Distribution: ZONE 1 - ZONE 3 Gateways: # Nodes: 30 Volume: 40/Week Flags: Moderators: Ruth Argust, 1:2004/201 Moderators: Gerry Calhoun, 1:2004/201 Last changed: 15 Apr 96 by Ruth Argust, 1:2004/201 ANONYMOUS Anonymous Posts This Echo is a broadcast message area for those who wish to post anonymously. Messages are typically addressed to one individual whose address the sender may or may not know. Any message may be either plaintext or encrypted. The use of anonymous remailers to post messages is encouraged. There is no restrictions on message topics other than nothing illegal shall be posted. Origin: 1:216/21 Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jim Cannell, 1:216/21 Last changed: 15 May 96 by Jim Cannell, 1:216/21 ANXIETY Anxiety Disorders A conference for those suffering from anxiety disorders, particularly panic disorders and agoraphobia. Primarily intended as an electronic support group. Origin: Distribution: ZONE 1 Gateways: # Nodes: 30 Volume: 30/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: David Johns, 1:363/52 Last changed: 07 Mar 96 by Pat Keller, 1:363/15 APOGEE Apogee Support Conference This is a support conference for Apogee Software, Ltd. and 3D Realms Entertainment, shareware's best PC games publishers. If you're a fan of Apogee or 3D Realms' games, then this is the conference for you. The conference has support provided by the online Support Manager for Apogee, Joe Siegler. Joe is also the moderator of this conference. Get game hints, technical support, and advance information for Apogee/3D Realms upcoming games. These games are very popular, and if you carry this conference, it will attact users to your system. Apogee also has an FDN on the Fidonet Filebone (it carries 3D Realms files, too), and this is the support conference for that FDN as well. YOU ARE NOT PERMITTED TO GATE THIS CONFERENCE TO ANY OTHER NETWORK WITHOUT THE PERMISSION OF THE MODERATOR. Origin: 1:124/9006 Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: RBBSNet via 1:10/8,Zone 91 via 1:2410/279 # Nodes: 125 Volume: 25/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Joe Siegler, 1:124/9006 Last changed: 18 Feb 96 by Joe Siegler, 1:124/9006 APOLOGIA Christian Apologetics Exercises in Christian Apologetics. Development of Christian apologetics, and training in defending our faith as suggested in 1 Peter 3:15 "But sanctify the LORD God in your hearts; and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason for the hope that is in you with meekness and fear." Origin: CFN Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/month Rules: APOLOGIA.RUL Flags: Moderators: Ron Johnson, 8:3012/1 Moderators: Steve Hayes, 8:7903/2 Last changed: 01 May 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 APOSTLE Christian Book Reviews and Discussion Origin: Christian Fellowship Net Distribution: FamilyNet backbone Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 40/month Rules: APOSTLE.RUL Flags: Moderators: Mark Holland, 8:3002/2 Moderators: Harold Robbins, 8:3000/9 Last changed: 10 Apr 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 APPLE International APPLE Echo The International APPLE Echo is for the discussion of issues pertaining to the use of Apple II series computers. All relevant topics covering hardware or software are allowed, as are for sale and wanted posts. Piracy discussions will be dealt with via law enforcement officials. These are not tolerated. Apple III computer topics are allowed, however Macintosh topics are not. Apple 8 and 16 bit software is filebone distributed through AFDN, ABLEFILE area. Outside Zone 1, please netmail moderator for suggested links. Rules and FAQ list published monthly. Moderator may be reached via Barry.Austern@ais-bbs.org, or through Fidonet. Origin: 1:108/155 Distribution: Zone 1 backbone, available in Zone 2 and Zone 6, Planet Connect Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 30/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Barry Austern, 1:108/155 Last changed: 14 May 96 by James Nerlinger, 1:108/155 APOSTLE !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Christian Book Reviews and Discussion Origin: Christian Fellowship Net Distribution: FamilyNet backbone Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 40/month Rules: APOSTLE.RUL Flags: Moderators: Stephen Hastings, 8:320/0 Last changed: 01 Dec 95 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 APWORKS International Support for Programs by Alberto Pasquale International support conference for programs by Alberto Pasquale E.g.: FASTLST V7 Nodelist Compiler, NEF TIC processor Origin: 2:332/504 Distribution: Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3 Gateways: # Nodes: 100 Volume: 70/MONTH Rules: apworks.rul Flags: Moderators: Alberto Pasquale, 2:332/504 Moderators: Alberto Pasquale, alberto.pasquale@mo.nettuno.it Last changed: 03 Apr 96 by alberto.pasquale@mo.nettuno.it AQUARIUM Fishkeeping, fresh and marine tanks For all aspects of keeping fish and other aquatic animals, in either Fresh water or marine tanks, small to large. Topics range from aid in new tank installations to aid for the experienced aquarist. Origin: Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 150 Volume: 30/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: James McGrail, 1:203/996 Last changed: 15 May 96 by James McGrail, 1:203/996 ARCADE Discussion/Help with Arcade Games Discussion of Arcade games, including video and pinball, Origin: 1:18/329 Distribution: Fido Backbone[s], Planet Connect Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 100/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Michael Benge, 1:18/329 Last changed: 18 Feb 96 by Michael Benge, 1:18/329 ARCHERY Archery And Hunting An Archery and Hunting echo designed Origin: 1:108/195@fidonet.org Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 26 Volume: 40/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: David A. Smith, 1:108/195 Last changed: 12 Mar 96 by David A. Smith, 1:108/195 ARCSOFT "ArcticSoft Development" Discussion/Customer Support Discussion dealing with programs written/programmed by ArcticSoft. Customer support, requests, comments, and questions will be handled by the author(s) of ArcticSoft Development. Available to all who are interested in ArcticSoft products. Origin: 1:270/619 Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Moderators: Mario Mueller, 1:270/619@fidonet.org Last changed: 01 May 96 by Mario Mueller, 1:270/619 AREXX AMIGA REXX PROGRAMMING Arexx is the REXX language for the Amiga by William S. Hawes The Amiga implmentation of the Rexx Language was the first version introduced for personal computers. This conference will cover sub-topics such as but not limited to sample scripts, questions about AREXX, usage of arexx libraries, and technical questions about implementation of AREXX in a software package acting as an AREXX host. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: 150 Volume: 15/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 Last changed: 07 Mar 96 by Robert Williamson, 1:167/104 ARJ ARJ Support Echo A general discussion area about the ARJ file compression program. Topics include bug reports, usage tips, new release announcements, new feature suggestions, and general help. Robert Jung, ARJ's author, reads and responds to messages in this area. Origin: Distribution: Fidonet Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Ken Levitt, 1:16/390 Last changed: 08 Jan 96 by Ken Levitt, 1:16/390 ARKANSAS !!! DELETE WARNING !!! For people from Arkansas. Origin: FamilyNet Distribution: FamilyNet backbone/Planet Connect Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 15/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Bob Underdown, 8:391/1040 Last changed: 01 Dec 95 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 ARMAGEDDON Eve of Armageddon Discussion of End-Time Prophesy Origin: 8:3000/9 Distribution: Limited to FamilyNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 126/month Rules: ARMAGEDD.RUL Flags: Moderators: Bill Barton, 8:3000/9 Last changed: 10 Apr 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 ARROWBRIDGE ARROWBRIDGE Doorgame by Mark Sinclair This is a PUBLIC Conference which is available to all. It will be used to discuss Arrowbridge, the online doorgame by Mark Sinclair. Arrowbridge is a game based on Dungeons and DESCR Discussions will include strategies, game features, future enhancements, beta development and third-party support programs. Origin: 3:714/411@fidonet.org Distribution: Gateways: Zone-3 via 1:3418/2@fidonet.org # Nodes: N/A Volume: 150/Month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Mark Sinclair, 3:714/411 Moderators: Don Bindley, 1:3418/2 Last changed: 11 Jan 96 by Don Bindley, 1:3418/2 ARMAGEDDON !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Eve of Armageddon Discussion of End-Time Prophesy Origin: 8:3000/9 Distribution: Limited to FamilyNet Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 126/month Rules: ARMAGEDD.RUL Flags: May not be exported out of FamilyNet Moderators: Bill Barton, 8:300/5 Last changed: 01 Dec 95 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 ARTWARE TimEd, NetMgr, WIMM Support Conference TimEd, NetMgr, WIMM Support Conference Origin: 2:281/527 Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Evin Mulron, 1:138/211 Last changed: 05 Feb 96 by Evin Mulron, 1:138/211 ASIAN_LINK International chat echo - members on 6 continents A general chat conference for those interested in topics related to Asia and Asian culture. The echo currently has members writing from South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Macao, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Australia, Canada, the USA, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, Belgium, Russia, Bulgaria, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, the People's Republic of China, Luxembourg, Spain, Brazil, India and South Africa. The English language is standard on the echo but foreign languages are permitted with an English translation. Echomail traffic is roughly 50% from North America, 15% from Europe, 25% from Asia, 5% from South America and 5% from Africa. Zone 1 Co-Moderator: Bill Oxner (1:388/4) and Sue Matthews (1:105/330) Zone 2 Co-Moderator: Thomas Sturm (2:2488/144.8) and Mike Roark (2:2480/7009) Zone 3 Co-Moderator: Roger Buck (3:711/508) Zone 4 Co-Moderator: Sergio Charlab (4:802/21) Zone 6 Co-Moderator: Patrick Jaderborg (6:760/1) and Suchit Nanda (6:606/1) Origin: Distribution: Zone 1 BACKBONE, Zone 3 BACKBONE, Zones 2, 4, 5 and 6 Gateways: Belgium via 2:29/777, Zone 3 via 3:711/508 # Nodes: 2000 Volume: 200/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Bill Oxner, 1:388/4 Last changed: 04 Mar 96 by Bill Oxner, 1:388/4 ASKACOP Ask Law enforcement professionals about their work and practic This conference is dedicated to the exchange of information between law enforcement professionals and the people they protect and serve. It is hoped that exchanging such information will foster a better understanding of the needs of both those involved in the field and the general public. Origin: Distribution: ZONE 1, 2, 3 Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 75/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Paul Harney, 1:2630/221 Moderators: Paul Harney, pharney@cjbbs.com Moderators: Terry Toomey, 1:2630/222 Last changed: 06 May 96 by Paul Harney, 1:2630/221 ASKACOP2 ASKACOP2 A conference where civilians can ask questions of, or discuss topical subjects with Federal, State and Municipal Law Enforcement Officers from agencies across the USA, Canada and Australia. The conference rules are posted every Sunday night and are to be strictly adhered to by all users. Origin: Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 400 Volume: 30/DAY Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jeff Tapke, 1:232/36 Last changed: 02 Mar 96 by Jeff Tapke, 1:232/36 ASK_A_NURSE Health information conference. Nurses and other health care professionals provide you with health DESC posted on a regular basis and are enforced to promote a non-threatening, informative conference. Origin: 1:2260/175.1 Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone, Zone 2, Zone 3 Gateways: ADAnet (Moderator permission before gating, please) # Nodes: N/A Volume: 60/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Sheila Rudd RN, 1:2260/175.1 Last changed: 14 Mar 96 by Sheila Rudd, 1:2260/175 ASP ASP (Association of Shareware Professionals) A message base to provide information about the ASP (Association of Shareware Professionals) and it's members, to serve as an announcement area for new ASP Member programs, new releases of the ASP catalog, changes to the ASP application procedures, and to serve as a point of contact for shareware authors, vendors, and BBSs who want more information on becoming part of the ASP. This message echo is open to ALL users. Origin: Distribution: BackBone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Chuck Hogard, 1:124/7017 Last changed: 01 Mar 96 by Chuck Hogard, 1:124/7017 ASTRONET Astronomy Echo Astronomical observing and astrophysical discussion echo. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Arnold Gill, 1:153/6.5 Moderators: Bill McCauley, 1:161/42 Moderators: Mark Kaye, 1:134/131 Last changed: 10 May 96 by Mark Kaye, 1:134/131 ASTRONOMY National Observational Astronomy Echo The National Observational Astronomy Echo is formed to serve a wide variety of astronomy hobbiest. Discussion will include astronomy techniques, software, history, observations, science of astronomy, and most other topics dealing directly with astronomy. Origin: Distribution: Z1_BACKBONE,Z2_BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Chris Freeze, 1:116/176.0 Last changed: 11 Apr 96 by Chris Freeze, 1:116/176 AT&T AT&T PC Support Conference Advice, suggestions and information exchange for AT&T PC's (6300, 6300 plus, 6300WGS, 6310, 6312, and 6386WGS, as well as other AT&T PC products such as the 7300). These machines share hardware configuration with the Xerox 6060 series and Olivetti M24 series PC's, and are included as on topic subjects. Specifically included as on-topic are AT&T _SPECIFIC_ parts for sale, such as ROMBIOS, supported HD's, graphics cards, bus converters, etc. Also, the "new" AT&T PC's have some distinctive accessories (voice mail, integrated sound/modem/fax card, among others) and, as announced, will cease marketing (while maintaining support of) these machines (the Globalysts) shortly. These machines are considered ¨on-topic, and owners of these models are invited to join in. Also considered as part of AT&T's technology base is video compression, Voicemail and related issues. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 15 Volume: 25/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Bob Haberkost, 1:129/125 Last changed: 06 Jan 96 by Bob Haberkost, 1:129/125 ATARI Atari 8-bit computers topic A general chatter conference for those interested in the Atari 8 bit computer concerning its advantages ,abilites and associated chit-chat. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Larry Black, 1:3608/121 Last changed: 14 May 96 by Larry Black, 1:3608/121 ATARI_ST Atari ST Echo The International ST Echo is a general conference for Atari ST Computer owners and those interested in the Atari Computer line. This includes the ST, Mega, STE, Falcons, and the TT. Not the 8 bits. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 75 Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Moderators: Mark Corona, 1:124/1016 Last changed: 24 Feb 96 by Mark Corona, 1:124/1016 ATHEISM !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Intra-atheist education and discussion echo. Operates as a forum for discussing the phenomena of life without god/s from multicultural and historical perspectives, with and among persons of non-theistic beliefs, including agnostics, Buddhists, Marxists, etc. Discussion of definitions, philosophy, phenomenology, psychology, sociology, history, and future of atheism is "on topic." Preaching, arguing from biblical texts, and discussion of the truth of other religious beliefs is "off-topic". This echo supplements the already-existing Fido echo A_THEIST whose focus is promotion of the separation of church and state and general atheist news. ATHEISM Echo has been on the FidoNet Backbone since 7 Jan 95. Origin: 1:362/122.29@fidonet.org Distribution: LOCAL, ZONE1 BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 8 Volume: 15/week Rules: ATHEISM.RUL Flags: Moderators: tom kunesh, 1:362/122 Last changed: 15 Dec 95 by Christopher Baker, 1:374/14 AUTOMOTIVE Automotive General Automotive Discussion Origin: 1:123/30.0 Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: NONE # Nodes: N/A Volume: 300/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: John Pummill, 1:123/30.0 Last changed: 27 May 96 by John Pummill, 1:123/30 AUTORACE AUTORACE ECHO International Autoracing Conference is a conference dedicated and committed to any and all types of auto racing issues and discussions. Origin: Distribution: Zone 1 BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 70 Volume: 1000/Month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Alan J. Claffie, 1:321/210 Last changed: 22 May 96 by PETE FARIAS, 1:332/101 AVIATION INTERNATIONAL AVIATION ECHO This conference is for everyone interested in AVIATION. This includes General, Commercial, and Military Aviation. Also includes products and services related to Aviation. Excludes: PC Based Games and Simulators. Excludes: Selling of goods or services. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: EGGNET via 1:102/463 # Nodes: 315 Volume: 2500/MONTH Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jean Hart, 1:130/21 Last changed: 26 May 96 by Jean Hart, 1:130/21 AVICULTURE Captive Propagation of Birds Discussion of bird-keeping, focuses on breeding and raising birds in captivity. All types of birds and avian medicine discussion welcome. Origin: Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Polly Goldman, 1:109/615 Last changed: 30 May 96 by Polly Goldman, 1:109/615 AWAKENINGS Awakenings Earth/Global consciousness and more Origin: 1:3654/8.0 Distribution: Privately distributed ;Skynet [Corona Borealis] Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 3/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jeanne Garner, Lynne Edel 1:3654/8.0 Last changed: 29 Feb 96 by Jeanne Garner, 1:3654/8 A_CAD International AutoCAD/CAD Conference An echo for users of Autodesk's AutoCAD(tm), for the discussion of any aspect of this PC based CAD software. Utilities, third party software, both commercial and shareware, tips, tricks and programming of menus, font or shape files, LISP and scripts have all been talked about. All levels of users abound. Advertisements of products by vendors of any type or personal ads to sell soft- ware or hardware are NOT welcome. Users may discuss their use of any CAD related software/hardware product or service. Many other CAD applications have been discussed and are considered on topic. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE, INTERNATIONAL, RBBSNET Gateways: RBBS via 1:10/8 # Nodes: 250 Volume: 5/day Rules: A_CAD.RUL Moderators: Stan Bimson, 1:116/32.0 Last changed: 03 May 96 by Stan Bimson, 1:116/32 A_THEIST !!! DELETE WARNING !!! A_Theist - State/church separation & atheist information A-theist means WITHOUT theists/theism in government. This Echo operates as an independent forum for free thought and with the understanding that the Constitutional separation of State and church is not only desirable but absolutely mandated by the U.S. Constitution and works toward that end with education and source information. It is not a 'bashing' Echo but it does operate under the opinion that organized religion must be thwarted in their attempt to undermine the government of these United States of America by continuously striving to inject its dogma and doctrine into the U.S. and State and Local governments. Copies of past traffic in the Echo are available in the sample file A_THEIST.ZIP by file request from FidoNet listed systems anytime except 0100-0130 ET and Zone 1 ZMH at 1200-9600+ HST/V32 for FidoNet listed systems and their legal points only. Origin: 1:374/14@fidonet.org Distribution: LOCAL, ZONE1 BACKBONE, ZONE3 Gateways: Zone-3 VIA 3:800/857 # Nodes: 200 Volume: 100/week Rules: ATHEIST.RUL Flags: Moderators: Christopher Baker, 1:374/14 Moderators: Jackson Harding, 3:800/857 Last changed: 15 Dec 95 by Christopher Baker, 1:374/14 BABYLON5 Babylon 5 Discussions. Primarily for the discussion of the PTEN Babylon5 series sceduled to start this January, BABYLON5 is for the discussion of Babylon5, and the other PTEN shows. Origin: Distribution: Fidonet Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: David Bolack, 1:170/311 Last changed: 29 Apr 96 by FIXPOST V0.03ź, 1:170/311 BACKBONE General backbone issues Backbone Distribution Method(s) Discussion This conference is for a discussion of current and new methods of distributing echomail. Conference Rules are simple: a. Show proper conference manners (i.e. no flaming, no off topic discussions) b. All are welcome c. The moderator reserves the right to revoke access to this echo. The moderator's decision is final. Otherwise, just have a good time! Origin: Atrium Way, Morris Plains, NJ Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 15 Volume: 25/W Rules: Flags: Moderators: B.J, Weschke, 1:2605/403.0 Moderators: Bob Moravsik, 1:2606/583.0 Last changed: 31 May 96 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2606/583 BACKBONE_ADMIN General backbone issue General Echo for use by high traffic administrators. For BACKBONE administrative matters. BACKBONE refers to any of the many BACKBONES Rules are simple: 1. Subject to FIDONET policy 4 (see section 9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were NETMAIL. 2. Subject-general routing issues. 3. Reasonable behavior in the networks. 4. No geographic restrictions on links. Origin: Distribution: NO GEORGRAPHIC RESTRICTIONS, ADMINISTRATORS ONLY Gateways: # Nodes: 5 Volume: 50/W Rules: Flags: Moderators: Bob Moravsik, 1:2606/583.0 Last changed: 31 May 96 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2606/583 BACKROADS !!! DELETE WARNING !!! BACKROADS - Exploring winding and scenic country roads Travelers identify and explore the roads, scenery, and stops of back roads which have special interest that is often omitted from tourist maps. Share unique info from perspectives of grand touring which include the sport touring motorcycle rider, sports cars, 4WD, RV's, etc). Not about the vehicles except for passage conditions. Emphasis on journeys and especially lore or timely info NOT put in commercial guides. Conducted in the style of an enthusiast group sharing discoveries, reports, and research. Archive of random tips, map sketches, etc, is FREQable & FAXable. Develops & shares raw material for journeys to go in "Atlas of Winding and Scenic Country Roads", 3 non-profit volumes already published! Companion echo PIZZANUT features restaurants, ethnic foods & local beers. Origin: 8:973/1.0@RBBS-NET.ORG Distribution: Backbone Z8 8:8/0, 1:10/8, 1:13/13, 1:1/214 REC14, 1:282/78, 1:282/1,.. Gateways: RBBS-NET via 8:8/0 to Fidonet via 1:13/13 # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Chuck Cole, 8:973/1.0@RBBS-NET.ORG Moderators: Chuck Cole, 1:282/78@Fidonet.org Last changed: 30 Dec 95 by Chuck Cole (moderator), 1:282/78 BAHAI The Baha'i International Echo A forum for discussion of all aspects of the Baha'i Faith, and for sharing information about the activities of Baha'i communities throughout the world. This echo is open to Baha'is and to those people interested in the Baha'i Faith and its teachings and principles. Origin: 1:161/19 Distribution: Zone 1 FidoNet Backbone, Baha'iNet Gateways: # Nodes: 40 Volume: 25/Week Flags: Moderators: Zaynab Richmond, 1:161/19 Moderators: Mark Clark, 1:130/609 Last changed: 17 Mar 96 by Zaynab Richmond, 1:161/19 BAMA Odyssey Fringe Science Research Network Echo An echo dealing with Fringe Science/Fortean subjects. This is the official Fringe Science Echo of the Odyssey Fringe Science Research Network. Newsclippings, UFO Sightings, FileFixs and File Announcements are announced as well as general discussions of Fringe Science Events. Origin: Distribution: FIDONET BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 115 Volume: 300/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: John Powell, 1:261/1201 Moderators: John Powell, 64:64/0@odyssey.org Moderators: John Powell, 9:1010/4@paranet.org Moderators: John Powell, 88:4106/4@mufonet.org Last changed: 08 Feb 96 by John Powell, 1:261/1201 BAPTIST Baptist Echo Discussion echo for members and leaders of Baptist churches. This echo is intended to tie together members of the Baptist family worldwide. Origin: FamilyNet Distribution: Everywhere except Fidonet backbone. Gateways: None known at the moment. # Nodes: 73 Volume: 30/month Rules: BAPTIST.RUL Flags: Christians Only Moderators: Greg Slade, 8:7501/132 Last changed: 06 Mar 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BARBIE Chat, swap info and general talk about the Collecting and History of Chat, swap info and general talk about the Collecting and History of Barbie fashion dolls. Also many answers to all questions of trading, and repairs. Origin: 1:142/933 Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: 3 Volume: 8/Day Flags: Moderators: Robert & Maryann Roy, 1:142/933 Last changed: 02 Mar 96 by Robert A. Roy, 1:142/933 BARDROOM BardRoom Authors' and Poets' virtual Get-Together For authors, poets, playwrights, scribblers, and kindred spirits, there's a virtual open house at Pauline's BARDROOM. Discussions of the literary arts, the writing life, and the composition and uses of oobleck are on topic here, and we're always eager to read, critique, and discuss (brief) extracts from works-in-progress. Lighthearted general chat and banter, but flames, rudeness, and hostility are strictly verboten. Politics, religion, and controversial issues may be dealt with carefully and with the moderator's approval. Origin: 1:3615/41 Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 100 Volume: 1000/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Pauline Schwen, 1:3615/41 Moderators: , Moderators: Rich Veraa, 1:135/907 Last changed: 01 Mar 96 by Rich Veraa, 1:135/907 BARTER Discussions relative to Barter (Trade) Barter is fast becoming a secondary economy. This echo allows participants to discuss the pros and cons of barter to turn excess goods and services into usefull services or goods for their own use. This echo is NOT designed as posting medium for advertisements for MLM or any other cash transaction. Origin: The Barter Board Distribution: private Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 27 Apr 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net BASCOMPILER Chat/code relating to the BASIC Compiler Project This ECHO is dedicated to the posting/talk about the BASIC Compiler Project started in mid-March within the FIDOnet QUIK_BAS ECHO. The sole purpose of this echo is to post code/suggestions/features etc.. pertaining toward the BASIC Compiler Project ONLY! Other general QBASIC/QUICKBASIC code that does NOT pertain to the project is unacceptable. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/WEEK Rules: Flags: Moderators: Justin Pasher, 1:124/7016 Last changed: 20 May 96 by Justin Pasher, 1:124/7016 BASIC7 PDS 7.x and VB/DOS Discussions Discussions pertaining to programming in the Microsoft Professional Development System (PDS) BASIC compilers and Visual Basic for DOS (VB/DOS Pro) compiler, which are Microsoft's two high-end BASIC development platforms for DOS. Microsoft VB/Win is NOT on-topic, nor is QuickBasic, QBasic, or compilers not distributed by Microsoft. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Donn Bly, 1:236/7 Last changed: 08 Apr 96 by Donn Bly, 1:236/7 BASSGTR Basses (electric and acoustic) and bass players Bass Guitar Echo The Bass Guitar echo is here! Oftentimes, bass players get left out of regular guitar discussions. Other items like tablature and method books are rare and difficult to come by. This echo is THE place for bassists to hang out - Learn from fellow players, get practical advice, share knowledge, tablature, and to just have a funky, 'Low End' place to call home. Bassists like Geddy Lee and Les Claypool have brought the foundation of sound into the 'Limelight' with raucous melodic solos and ripping basslines. Whether you play 4, 5 or 6 string bass, Electric or Acoustic, Fretless or Fretted, picked or not picked, this is the place to be if you play bass! Origin: 1:374/777 Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 30 Volume: 40/WEEK Rules: BASSGTR.RUL Flags: Moderators: Stephen_Clark Powell, 1:374/777 Last changed: 15 Feb 96 by Stephen Clark Powell, 1:374/777 BATPOWER Batch Language Programming This Conference is dedicated to: Batch File programming under MS/PC-DOS - all reasonable versions. It is also used to talk about DOS enhancement programs (RONSET, 4DOS, etc.). While DOS is the primary OS, all other BATCH-related topics for all OS's are welcomed. Origin: Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: Contact moderator for information # Nodes: N/A Volume: 300/Week Rules: BATPOWER.RUL Flags: Moderators: Matthew Lewis, 1:134/32 Moderators: Bat Lang, 1:382/1201 Last changed: 05 May 96 by Bat Lang, 1:382/1201 BATTERED Family Violence A conference covering the topic of Battered and Abused spouses and children, family violence, and dysfunctional families. Origin: Distribution: Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 0 Volume: Flags: Moderators: Butch Walker, 157/2 Last changed: 02 Feb 96 by Butch Walker, 1:157/2 BAY4SALE Bay Area Classified Ads Stuff for sale/barter around the San Francisco Bay Area. Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Regional (Northern California) Gateways: Region 10 via 1:10/2 # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BAYALERT Bay Area Political Alerts & Actions Postings and discussion of political issues and actions either (1) of local relevance to the San Francisco Bay Area, or (2) not sufficiently covered in other media or forums. (Began 11/93) Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Regional (Northern California) Gateways: Region 10 via 1:10/2 # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BAYBBSAD Bay Area BBS Ads Advertisements for BBSs in the San Francisco Bay Area. Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Regional (Northern California) Gateways: Region 10 via 1:10/2 # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BAYBUDST Bay Area Buddhist Community & Conversation Regional forum for timely notices of events, classes, visiting teachers, and other informational postings of relevance to the Buddhist community of the San Francisco Bay Area and environs. Also, discussion of topics of concern to Bay Area Buddhists. (Began 10/93) Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Regional (Northern California) Gateways: Region 10 via 1:10/2 # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BAYCHAT Bay Area -- General Conversation General chat forum for the San Francisco Bay Area. Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Regional (Northern California) Gateways: Region 10 via 1:10/2 # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BAYEVENT Bay Area & Northern CA Events Calendar What's happening around the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California. Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Regional (Northern California) Gateways: Region 10 via 1:10/2 # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BAYHELP Bay Area New Sysops Conference Help forum for new sysops in Bay Area nets. Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Regional (Northern California) Gateways: Region 10 via 1:10/2 # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BAYNUDE NorCal Naturist Lifestyle & Conversation Northern California forum for discussion of issues and choices related to a clothing-optional lifestyle. Naturist news and updates. Site reports. BAYNUDE is a regional companion to the international echo NATURISM. BAYNUDE is *not* intended for sexual discussions. Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Regional (Northern California) Gateways: Region 10 via 1:10/2 # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BB-CARDS Baseball Card Conference Discussions of Baseball Cards, Baseball card collection software, and listing of cards wanted, for sale, or trade. The conference is designated as the official support forum for Grand Slam Baseball Card Manager, however discussion of any other card collecting software is allowed. Origin: Distribution: backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 100 Volume: 100/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Jay Brown, 1:264/167 Last changed: 04 Feb 96 by Jay Brown, 1:264/167 BBSCON BBS Conventions Conference An echo for the announcement, discussion, chat of any and all BBS related conventions including, but not limited to, One BBSCon, and cyber.Xpo, as well as any new BBS related convention which may arise in the future. Fidonet echos that have their own gatherings may also announce and discuss them here. Origin: 1:369/21 Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 10 Volume: 3/day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Michele Stewart, 1:369/21 Last changed: 31 May 96 by Michele Stewart, 1:369/21 BBSLAW BBS Legal Issues Discussions about BBS Law, Sysop Liability, User Privileges, Privacy, and Copyright Origin: Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 280 Volume: 260/month Rules: BBSLAW.RUL Flags: Moderators: Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018 Moderators: Lawrence Garvin, lawrence@garvin.hd.co.harris.tx.us Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018 BBSLISTER BBSLister allows Sysops to add their BBS to a BBS Listing This echo will give the SYSOP the capibility to ADD, DELETE and or UPDATE his/her BBS to a BBS Listing via echo mail. This is a totally automated system. You'll be able to get a copy of this listing on a daily basis by polling my system 1:274/26. Origin: 1:274/26 Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: BBSLIST.RUL Flags: Moderators: Derek Cosby, 1:274/26 Last changed: 04 Mar 96 by Derek Cosby, 1:274/26 BBSNEWS News and info relating to the local BBS scene. Discussion about the local BBS scene. What's new, what's hot, and who is getting busted this week. The echo also features the posting of the famed oh-fish-al Generic BBS list. Origin: 1:348/702 Distribution: NLA Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: Ron Bigalke, 1:348/702 Last changed: 01 May 96 by Ron Bigalke, 1:348/702 BBS_ADS ADVERTISE and Promote YOUR BBS! * ONLY * messages Advertising which promote FEATURES of BBS's and messages from Users who want to find them are allowed. No other messages are permitted... including those about Software OR Hardware, AND BBS Lists or NETS. . . . . The best advertising, is word of mouth. Encourage users to post messages about the features they like best on Your BBS. Watch for messages requesting Unique features, such messages are be clues about WHAT will attract and keep new users. ANSI & GRAPHICS are allowed NO substitutes for ANSI are allowed. Please limit Advertising your BBS, to (2) messages per week. PLEASE Refuse_to_respond_to_Off-Topic_messages. If you feel you must send it Netmail. If Criticism doesn't fit in this oval...o... send it to >NUL ;-) For a copy of the rules, FREQ BBS_ADS from 1:10/25 . Origin: Distribution: ZONE ONE ONLY Gateways: -0- # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/DAY Rules: Moderators: Bob Johnstone, 1:10/25 Last changed: 10 May 96 by Bob Johnstone, 1:10/25 BBS_ADS_NJ New Jersey BBS Advertisment Echo NJ_BBS_ADS is a BBS Advertisment Echo for New Jersey BBS Only Origin: 1:2630/212 Distribution: New Jersey Distribution Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Scott Drake, 1:2630/212 Moderators: Paul Murphy, 1:2630/311 Moderators: Dennis Murphy, 1:2630/316 Last changed: 30 Mar 96 by Scott Drake, 1:2630/212 BBS_AUTOMATION BBS and Communications Automation This Echo is to be used for discussion of fully automating BBS and Communications systems. Topics will include software selection and tools for use in automating all aspects of communications. Sharing of batch file snips and scripted small utilities is encouraged! The sole focus is on MSDOS based communications systems. Discussions may include dialup, Internet, and radio based systems. John Mudge, 1-360-427-1123 V.32bis John Mudge, 1-360-427-5731 Voice jmudge@wln.com Origin: 9:91/0 Distribution: Private, contact moderator Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: Moderators: John Mudge, 1:352/111 Moderators: John Mudge, 9:91/0@survnet.ftn Moderators: John Mudge, [jmudge@wln.com] Last changed: 20 Jan 96 by John Mudge, 1:352/111 BBS_CARNIVAL !!! DELETE WARNING !!! BBS Software & Related Utility Chatter Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 150/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Michael Crosson, 1:203/49 Last changed: 17 Dec 95 by Michael Crosson, 1:203/49 BBS_DOORS Discussion of all types of BBS Doors & Distrib Sites This echo is open to everyone for total discussion of all types of BBS Doors and utility programs and also their distribution sites. Mainly for sysops, prospective sysops, authors and supporting sites to discuss, locate and obtain help for all types of BBS doors and utilities and not limited to any one type of BBS software. Origin: 1:2004/209 Distribution: Z1 BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Robert Duckworth, 1:2004/209 Last changed: 27 May 96 by Bob Duckworth, 1:2004/209 BBS_NEWS BBS advertisments Origin: FamilyNet Distribution: FamilyNet backbone/Planet Connect Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 30/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Anton Johnson, 8:77/3 Last changed: 13 Jan 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BEAD-JEWEL Beading and Jewelry Making Discussion This conference is designed for those crafters that enjoy working with any size or style of bead and/or jewelry making. Origin: 1:2802/1 Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Lori Martell, 1:2802/1 Last changed: 08 May 96 by Lori Martell, 1:2802/1 BEATLES BEATLES CONFERENCE A discussion group for all things related to the Fab Four including, but not limited to their music, records, concerts, movies, videos, their solo careers, business ventures, their personal lives, the recent `anthology' releases and their over-all influence on modern pop culture. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: MARTIN RIDGLEY, 1:153/967 Last changed: 13 Apr 96 by Martin Ridgley, 1:153/967 BEGINNER_MAGIC !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Magic: The Gathering for Beginners Beginners Echo for, Magic: The Gathering. Buy/Sell/Trade and Discuss your way into the world of "The Gathering". Get help and info for all your questions. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Gene Vaz, 1:396/32 Last changed: 26 Dec 95 by Gene Vaz, 1:396/32 BGFAX BGFAX Support Echo For current or potential BGFAX users who want to be notified of all ¨DESC s Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: B.J. Guillot, 1:106/400 Last changed: 09 Mar 96 by B.J. Guillot, 1:106/400 BH90210 **** BEVERLY HILLS 90210 & OTHER SPELLING SHOWS **** TALK ABOUT BEVERLY HILLS 90210 AND OTHER SPELLING TV DESC SHOWS!!! Origin: 1:2613/495 Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thomas Babcock, 1:2613/495 Last changed: 24 Mar 96 by Thomas Babcock, 1:2613/495 BIBLE International Bible Conference Strictly Bible oriented conversations. Primarily for Fundamental Bible believers. Conference Guidelines are strictly enforced. FAMILYNET International Conference. Available on PC through FamilyNet feed only. Origin: 8:8/0 Distribution: 1:270/101 8:8/0 8:8/2000 Gateways: FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887 115/887<>1:270/101 # Nodes: 50 Volume: 400/Month Rules: Flags: Very tightly Moderated Moderators: Bob Hoffman, 8:8/0 Last changed: 27 May 96 by Bob Hoffman, 1:115/887 BIBLE-STUDY bible_study What the title says Origin: 1:283/120 Distribution: backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Marge Robbins, 1:283/120 Last changed: 11 Mar 96 by Marge Robbins, 1:283/120 BIBLE_FOCUS Bible Studies / discussion Origin: United Christian Comm. Net Distribution: FamilyNet backbone Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 6/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Dave Hatch, 8:7877/0 Last changed: 13 Jan 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BIBLE_NEWS Bible News News of Interest to Bible Believing Christians. READ ONLY - Discussion _NOT_ allowed! Origin: 8:8/0 Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0 Gateways: FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887 # Nodes: 40 Volume: 10/Month Rules: Flags: Read Only!!!! Moderators: Bob Hoffman, 8:8/0 Last changed: 27 May 96 by Bob Hoffman, 1:115/887 BIBLE_NEWS !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Bible News News of Interest to Bible Believing Christians. READ ONLY - Discussion _NOT_ allowed! Origin: 8:8/0 Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0 Gateways: FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887 # Nodes: 40 Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, 8:8/0 Last changed: 01 Dec 95 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BIBLE_SA Bible discussions Questions and discussions about the Bible Origin: FamilyNet South Africa Distribution: FamilyNet Region 79 Gateways: # Nodes: 7 Volume: 4/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Steve Hayes, 8:79/42 Last changed: 28 Feb 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BIBLE_SCIENCE Bible Science including Creation Science True Science supports the Biblical account of creation. Evolution and other such theories are merely unproven religious theories accepted by faith of those deceived thereby. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: PRIME Network # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Steve Winter, 1:18/98 Moderators: Steve Winter, 98:98/1 Last changed: 12 Apr 96 by Steve Winter, 1:18/98 BIG_SMOKE Cigar smokers forum Discussion of smoking fine cigars and related topics. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Ray Wilson, 1:2215/12 Last changed: 06 Feb 96 by Ray Wilson, 1:2215/12 BIKE-N-RIDER Motorcycle Riders, Bike Safety and Riding This conference will be a relaxed forum for discussion of ALL motorcyles and their riders. Touring, trips, safety, tech tips, general discussions, and favorite rides. Origin: 1:3404/155 Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 26 Volume: 200/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Rusty Stevens, 1:3404/155 Last changed: 19 Mar 96 by Rusty Stevens, 1:3404/155 BINKLEY BinkleyTerm Mailer Echo A conference for the discussion of the BinkleyTerm Front End / Origin: Backbone Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 300 Volume: 20/day Flags: Moderators: Bob Juge, 1:106/2000 Last changed: 08 Feb 96 by Bob Juge, 1:1/102 BIOGENESIS Discussion of Life's Origin Discussion of Life's Origin Origin: FamilyNet Distribution: FamilyNet backbone/Planet Connect Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 300/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Dave Horn, 8:7703/1 Moderators: John Brawley, 8:3006/28.1 Last changed: 13 Jan 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BIOLOGY Biology - All aspects of biological science, without SciCre Discussion of evolutionary theory topics, field biology, ecology, embryology, physiology, ontology, systematics, conservation, ethology, cognitive ethology, cognitive ecology, anatomy, paleontology, anthropology, and whatever else falls under the life sciences. The topic of "creationism" in any form (SciCre, ISKCON, or Velikovskianism) is off-topic in this echo. The distribution is public for this echo. Contact the moderator to be linked in. Origin: Distribution: By arrangement Gateways: # Nodes: 1 Volume: 1/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Wesley Elsberry, 1:386/385 Last changed: 16 Mar 96 by Wesley R. Elsberry, 1:386/385 BIRDING Birdwatching This echo is for all bird devotees, from the casual backyard feeder-watcher to the most devoted lifelister. Birding and birdwatching covers a wide range of topics, including sightings, behavior, trip tales, evaluating gear and guide books, local groups and things to do, software for tracking bird sightings, attracting birds to your feeders and gardens, and the related ecology and biology of these lovely animals. Origin: Distribution: Zone 1-Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 0 Volume: 20/Week Flags: Moderators: Sharon Allsup, 1:130/404 Last changed: 30 Apr 96 by Sharon Allsup, 1:130/404 BIRD_WATCHING Bird Watchers exchange This echo is a forum for discussions about birds as a hobby, and about birds and nature anywhere in the world. It is a family echo. Although most people currently posting are adults, children are also encouraged to write. The environment is friendly and relaxed. Political discussions and flaming are not allowed. Origin: CFN Distribution: FamilyNet backbone, Planet Connect Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/month Rules: BIRDS.RUL Flags: Moderators: Dan Browder, 8:3003/3 Moderators: Walter Bauer, 8:3003/0 Last changed: 08 May 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BIRTHMOTHERS A forum for those who gave up a child to adoption FOR BIRTHMOTHERS/BIRTHFATHERS WHO HAVE GIVEN UP A CHILD FOR ADOPTION AND ARE SEARCHING AND/OR CONTEMPLATING A SEARCH FOR THEIR NATURAL CHILDREN. ANY TOPICS RELATED TO ADOPTION WILL BE CONSIDERED "ON TOPIC". Origin: 1:170/600.1@fidonet.org Distribution: Fidonet Zone 1 BACKBONE Gateways: NONE #NODES: 9 FLAGS: # Nodes: 20 Volume: 15/WEEK Rules: Flags: Moderators: DAVE WARWICK, 1:170/600.1 Last changed: 27 May 96 by Dave Warwick, 1:170/600 BIRTHPARENTS Birthparents' Discussion Area A place for birthparents to share experiences and find support. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Donna., 1:114/113.11 Last changed: 03 Apr 96 by Donna., 1:114/113 BIZINESS Business Echo A place to discuss starting / operating a business. Users are encourgaed to not only discuss business, but to offer helpful suggestions to those other members of the echo. While overt advertising is considered off-topic, a reasonable discussion of one's business and how it may be of benefit to other users is encouraged. Origin: 1:261/1352 Distribution: various Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 31 Mar 96 by thom.lacosta@fido261.qis.net BLACK_POWDER Black Powder, Muzzle Loading & Buckskinning Black powder shooting with a historical emphasis on the 1740 - 1840 period. Clothing, tools, firearms and lifestyles are discussed along with upcoming rendezvous events throughout the US and Canada. Origin: 1:260/146 Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: 22 Volume: 17/day Rules: POWDER.RUL Flags: Moderators: Ellis Delahoy, 1:260/146 Last changed: 04 Apr 96 by Marilyn D., 1:260/146 BLENDED Blended Relationships Support echo for those in blended relationships (i.e., Stepchildren, Stepparents, fosterparents, Adoptions). Designed to foster communication between those affected by modern family relationships and disfunctional families. Origin: CFN Distribution: FamilyNet backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: MARK HOLLAND, 8:3002/2 Last changed: 10 Apr 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BLINDTLK Blindness-related topics and discussions Discussion of topics of interest to blind and visually impaired persons, our friends and relatives and anyone else who is interested. Possible topics include, but are not limited to, computers and adaptive access technology, Braille, cane travel, Guide Dogs, alternative techniques of blindness, etc. This Echo is intended to promote the positive philosophy of blindness developed and promoted by the National Federation of the Blind. Origin: 1:282/1045 Distribution: Zone-1 1:282/1045 Gateways: # Nodes: 251 Volume: 100/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: David Andrews, 1:282/1045 Last changed: 10 Mar 96 by David Andrews, 1:282/1045 BLINKTALK Visual Disabilities Echo BlinkTalk is the original Fidonet echo for subjects of interest to blind and visually impaired individuals. It is associated with no formal blindness organization and thus expounds no particular philosophy towards blindness, or much of anything for that matter! Topics include speech synthesis and other adaptive computer screen reading devices, braille and its availability, mobility techniques such as guide dog and white cane use, daily living tips and tricks and general support. Above all else though, BlinkTalk is a place where we share friendship, it just so happens that many of us are visually disabled! Should you have any questions concerning the echo please netmail the moderator at his Fidonet address. Do consider joining us in BlinkTalk though, for you'll be glad you did! Origin: Distribution: Fidonet Backbone 1:129/89 Gateways: # Nodes: 300 Volume: 500/week Rules: Flags: Moderators: William Wilson, 1:129/89 Last changed: 31 May 96 by William Wilson, 1:129/89 BLOWHARDS !!! DELETE WARNING !!! Blowhard venting Echo for Sysops who can't help themselves ---A non-Backbone Echo distributed via past or present members for the purpose of microdebating non-important non-issues by self-appointed 'sealawyer-type' Sysops of FidoNet most of whom have recently migrated into FidoNet from military bases or walks of life where personal power was denied to them. ---This Echo serves to relieve the crap level from the real Echos [like ZEC or MODERATOR] where nitpickers previously plied their dissatisfaction with FidoNet and real world ops. It is modeled on a previous and similarly designed local Echo called R18COORD which was a circular flame Echo for dissatisfied Net Coordinators in Region 18 to bitch and moan about standard FidoNet ops they didn't agree with. ---Blowhards are concentrated in New Jersey but are also found in Texas, Missouri, New York, Oklahoma, and Alabama among others. You probably have Blowhards in your own Net or Region or Zone. ---Blowhards can be identified in FidoNet Echos by their self-referential and circularly reinforcing rhetorical style as well as the number of ad hominems per Echo message. Masters of the 'Big Lie' school of revisionist history, Blowhards seldom recognize themselves even upon detection and notification. Now, they have their own Echo to pollute and in which they may be blissfully content to continue fantacizing they have any inkling of what FidoNet is or does. [But don't count on it.] Origin: Distribution: LOCAL Gateways: # Nodes: 18 Volume: 1200/week Rules: BLOWHARD.RUL Flags: Moderators: First Sysop to Post after TRUSTEE, 1:374/14 Last changed: 15 Dec 95 by Christopher Baker, 1:374/14 BLUEWAVE Blue Wave Mail System Support Echo Discussion and help with The Blue Wave Offline Mail System and its compatible updates. Current Blue Wave Mail Doors are available for RemoteAccess, QuickBBS, SuperBBS, Telegard, Opus, Maximus, ProBoard, and T.A.G. Current Blue Wave readers for DOS, OS/2 and DOS/386 protected mode. Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 60/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: George Hatchew, 1:2240/176 Moderators: David Gersic, 1:11/70 Moderators: Martin Pollard, 1:120/187 Last changed: 03 Feb 96 by George Hatchew, 1:2240/176 BLUE_THREADS Blue Threads Multi-topic conference Blue Threads is a multi-topic message conference. TOPICAL discussions on several areas, either too specific for a separate echo, topics declared off-topic in a related area, etc. This is a new area, so I'll be making up the rules as I go along. The first rule, or guideline, is to include the topic in the subject field. If the topic changes, change the subject line! Origin: FamilyNet Distribution: open Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Dana Bell, 8:8101/0 Last changed: 24 Jan 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BNU BNU Help and Discussion Echo This conference is dedicated to assisting users with the fossil driver known as BNU written by author David Nugent, who frequent's this echo occasionally All help is given by those with experience in the use of the fossil, and is not to be considered as an author support echo. There are no guarantees that advice given will work, and is only worth the price paid for it. The latest full release is BNU v1.70. The last unsupported public beta is BNU v1.89h. Origin: Distribution: Z1, Z2, Z3 Backbones, Planet Connect Gateways: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Mark Livingston, 1:107/623 Moderators: Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 Moderators: Honorary Moderator - David Nugent, 3:632/348 Last changed: 30 May 96 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 BOATING BOATING Discussion of Boating and related topics Origin: 1:153/764 Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: 150 Volume: 20/Day Rules: Flags: Moderators: Geno DellaMattia, 1:153/7064 Last changed: 25 Mar 96 by Geno DellaMattia, 1:153/7064 BODYWORK Bodywork & Massage Therapy Forum A forum for both layperson and bodywork professional to discuss various modalities of "healing" touch. Demystifying human touch and educating about the body. Recent developments in the field. What's new in the "National Certification" debate. (Began 8/91) Origin: 1:125/33 Distribution: Z1-backbone, DharmaNet backbone Gateways: DharmaNet via 1:125/33 # Nodes: Volume: 30/Week Flags: Moderators: Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 Moderators: Barry Kapke, Barry.Kapke@bdo.si-star.com Moderators: Craig Denega, 1:273/939 Last changed: 29 Mar 96 by Barry Kapke, 1:125/33 BONSAI Bonsai "Little Trees" Discussion Discussion of those fascinating "little trees" people make which are actually living artwork. Discussion includes collecting, growing, shaping, soil, pots, and everything else that has to do with the art of bonsai. Also allowed is limited discussion on trees and bushes in general. Origin: FidoNet: (1:2626/202) BBS: (610-857-2648) Distribution: Private Gateways: Net-USA via 1:2626/202 # Nodes: 10 Volume: 10/Week Rules: Flags: Moderators: Bobby Miller, 1:2626/202 Last changed: 08 Mar 96 by Bobby Miller, 1:2626/203 BOOKEM Book 'Em - Juveniles and the Law This echo is primarily a compilation of information about incidents involving juveniles and the law, in the U.S. and elsewhere. Discussion of specific incidents, ideas for dealing with juvenile crime, information about effective programs, or questions about the juvenile system are encouraged. Origin: Distribution: Z1 Backbone Gateways: # Nodes: 7 Volume: Flags: Moderators: Faye Johnson, 1:205/80 Moderators: Greg Kudasz, 1:379/26 Moderators: David Storey, 1:348/601 Last changed: 24 Feb 96 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80 BOOKS Book reviews and discussions For discussing and reviewing books and literature, including wider topics such as literature and society Origin: Familynet South Africa Distribution: FamilyNet Region 79 Gateways: # Nodes: 8 Volume: 5/month Rules: Flags: Moderators: Steve Hayes, 8:79/42 Last changed: 28 Feb 96 by Dana Bell, 1:3801/6 BRANSON Branson, Mo. information General help, information and announcements about Branson, Missouri and the Ozarks area. Moving here ? Planning a vacation ? This echo will put you in touch with the Local Branson area computer users. Origin: Distribution: Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Michael McCabe, 1:297/11 Last changed: 05 Feb 96 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/148 BRIT_CAR brit_car british cars Origin: 1:283/120 Distribution: backbone Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Rules: Flags: Moderators: Marge Robbins, 1:283/120 Last changed: 22 Jan 96 by Marge Robbins, 1:283/120 BROADCAST Discussion of the profession of Broadcast Radio & Television The emphasis is on station operations, programming and ¨management Origin: Distribution: BACKBONE Gateways: # Nodes: Volume: Flags: M