ECHOLIST The International Echomail Conference List ECHO LIST 03 OCTOBER 2001 ELIST110.TXT ========================================================================== ECHOLIST MASTER REPORT The Echolist ================= The EchoList, or Elist, is published at the beginning of each month and is a listing of EchoMail Conferences as described and submitted by each conference's moderator. It provides a place for Moderators to advertise their conferences, both to people who would like to participate, and to those who route echo traffic. It is also a reference for distribution systems wishing to contact the Moderator of an echo, or wishing information about an echo's topics. Elist entries include topic, distribution and contact information. Procedural or internal echo operational matters will normally be put in the rules file for an echo. The Echolist carries echo listings from various Networks and distribution systems, including all Zones of Fidonet, and all such listings are welcomed. 10TH_AMD 10th Amendment Echo 10th Amendment issues echo Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Roy J. Tellason, 1:270/615, roy.j.tellason%tanstaaf@frackit.com Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Roy J. Tellason, 1:270/615 12_STEPS ************ RECOVERY FOR "ALL" 12 STEPPERS ********* -------------------------------------------------------------- For 12 steps users involved in RECOVERY from various addictions. An echo designed for the sharing of EXPERIENCE, STRENGTH and HOPE for those practicing the 12 steps recovery program, as it applies in their current on-going processes of personal growth. A meeting place of all 12 steps members, whatever fellowships they belong to; the COMMON BOND IS OUR USE OF THE PROGRAM. Former moderators: Edward S., Marie W. Status: Active Origin: Montreal, Canada Group: Distribution: Everywhere Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 15/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: UPD, Jacques Montagne, 1:167/133 Jacques Montagne, montang@aol.com Last changed: 26-Jul-2001 by MonTang@aol.com, 1:261/1551, montang@aol.com 1BACKBONE The Fidonet Backbone Round Table An open forum for all backbone hubs to iron out problems Status: Active Origin: news.osirusoft.com - 1:103/3 Group: FIDON Distribution: fidonews.*, backbone Gateways: news.osirusoft.com, 1:103/3 Language: # Nodes: 2 Volume: 5/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /Sysop Moderators: , 1:103/3@fidonet, nobody@osirusoft.com, news@osirusoft.com Last changed: 28-Sep-2001 by root@ns.osirusoft.com, 1:103/301@fidonet, joejared@osirusoft.com 2600 "2600" Hackers Conferencen Filtered alt.2600 Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 2722/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 343_FILES Lesser Seattle Opera's file areas conference 343_Files a conference for providing New Filebone information to FidoNet's NET343. Status: Active Origin: 1:343/0 Group: FIDO1 Distribution: Local (Lesser Seattle Opera NET 343 Seattle, WA) Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 35/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Jones, 1:343/41, rfj@lightmail.com Paul Casey, 1:343/0 Dan Updike, 1:343/177 Last changed: 16-Aug-2001 by Bob Jones, 1:343/41 4DOS 4DOS Echo Forum for discussion of the JPSoft family of software, including 4DOS, 4OS2, 4NT. This echo is also gated to the internet newsgroup comp.os.msdos.4dos Status: Active Origin: 1:342/1@fidonet.org Group: Distribution: Fidonet Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL Moderators: Tom Hall, 1:342/1, algy@powersurfr.com Last changed: 15-Aug-2001 by tjh@powersurfr.com, 1:261/1551, Tom Hall 4SALE18 4SALE18 This entry is an echo tagholder Status: Active Origin: 1:361/1 Group: Distribution: None Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1 Last changed: 26-Sep-2001 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1 80XXX Assembly language programming (Intel CPUs mainly) Assembly language programming discussions. Intel CPUs, and related peripherals control through software. Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Fidonet Backbone Gateways: *NO* Usenet backbone gating Language: English # Nodes: 35 Volume: 5/mo Rules: N/A (posted) Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Moderators: James Vahn, 1:346/3, jvahn@short.circuit.com Last changed: 12-Aug-2001 by jvahn@short.circuit.com, 1:261/1551, James Vahn A10-SPORTS A-10 College Sports Filtered alt.sports.college.a10 Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 1-Jul-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ABLED disABLED Users Information Exchange. Information, help and support Echo for the Handicapped. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Stu Turk, 1:129/26, sturk@telerama.com Bill Jackson, 1:3603/140, cfsdays@oz.sunflower.org Last changed: 1-Aug-2001 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, sturk@telerama.com ABORTION ABORTION DISCUSSION A Debate and information echo on the various issues and implications related to abortion and adoption. Status: Active Origin: 1:396/45 Group: FIDO Distribution: NAB Z1B Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 866/mo Rules: ABORTION.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA Moderators: Gene Thornton, Last changed: 4-Sep-2001 by Gene Thornton, 1:387/770.7 ABORTION-DISC Abortion Discussions Filtered alt.abortion.inequity newsgroups Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 46/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ACC-SPORTS ACC College Sports Filtered alt.sports.college.acc newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 AD&D Advanced Dungeons and Dragons/RECFRP The AD&D/RECFRP Echo group is for the discussion and actual playing of ALL role-playing games. Computer-based games are not inclulded. The echo group is also available via an Internet mail list Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: FIDONET, BACKBONE Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 150 Volume: 608/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /MOD-apvl Moderators: Scott Royall, 1:106/357@fidonet.org Kay Shapero, 1:102/524@fidonet.org Last changed: 2-Jul-2001 by Scott Royall, 1:106/357 ADAMS_RIB Women's Conference Women's Discussions - Christnet_Ladies Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: fmlynet/planet connect Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 44/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ADEPT_SYSOP AdeptXBBS Sysop-Only Help and Discussion Group This echo is strictly for AdeptXBBS Sysops. Topics include seeking help with original setup and configuration, up-keep of the system, news in the AdeptXBBS world, notification of new files, and general chat between sysops. Status: Active Status: Active Origin: Origin: Group: Distribution: Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones and Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: ADEPT_SYSOP.RU Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Moderators: Gord Hannah, 1:17/23 Gord Hannah, ghannah@pris.bc.ca Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Gord Hannah, 1:17/23.1 ADMIN_PN For Discussion of PhileoNet Business For Discussion of PhileoNet Business Status: Active Origin: PhileoNet Group: PN Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: FamilyNet Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 2/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Available via NNTP://www.family-bbs.net Moderators: Ron Hossack, 777:100/1 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ADSL All about ADSL Internet connections For discussion on ADSL and related programs. Status: Active Origin: unknown Group: FIDO Distribution: you pick it up Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Phil Simpson, 1:229/731, filster@telus.net Last changed: 27-May-2001 by filster@telus.net, 1:261/1551, Phil Simpson ADS_ANNOUNCE Amiga Distrubution System Amiga file release Status: Active Origin: Zone 1 Backbone Group: ADS Distribution: Filebone Gateways: 2:480/33 Language: # Nodes: 35 Volume: 20/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: , Don Plesky 1:120/229 don.plesky@eastpointe Last changed: 29-Aug-2001 by Don Plesky, 1:120/229 AFIX/2_BETA International ALLFIX OS/2 Beta Echo International ALLFIX OS/2 Beta Echo Contact the moderator for access Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Private, restricted Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: AFX2.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl Moderators: Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5 Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 AF_WC_BETA International ALLFIX Wildcat Beta Echo International ALLFIX Wildcat Beta Echo Contact the moderator for access Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Private, restricted Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: AFX!.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl Moderators: Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5 Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 AHL-HOCKEY AHL Hockey Discussions Filtered alt.sports.hockey.ahl newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 17/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not dsitributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 AI Artificial Intelligence Discussions Filtered comp.ai newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 94/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired. Moderators: Chris Glur, 8:7903/10 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 AIC_FMY African Independent Churches Discussion of African Independent Churches (AICs), also known as African Instituted Churches or African Initiated Churches - their theology, history, faith and practice, and relation to other Christian bodies Status: Active Origin: FamilyNet Southern Africa Group: FMLY Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide, Planet Connect Gateways: To mailing list family.aic Language: # Nodes: 3 Volume: 9/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Eugene Thieszen, 8:7903/10 Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 AIDS/ARC AIDS/ARC Echo Forum for discussion and support of people living with HIV/AIDS, their family, friends, and significant others. Status: Active Origin: Fidonet Group: Distribution: Fidonet Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Tom Hall, 1:342/1, algy@powersurfr.com Last changed: 15-Aug-2001 by tjh@powersurfr.com, 1:261/1551, Tom Hall AIRGUN Airgun Echo. Airgun Echo Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: NONE Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 7-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 AIRPLANE_OWNERS Airplane Owners Discussions Filtered Internet Newsgroup - Discussions on owning airplanes. Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/2001 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1334/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp feed - request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ALABAMA GENERAL CHAT FOR ALABAMA For those that have lived in the state that would like to chat about their state. Such subjects: Government, Geographics, Economics, History, current events and etc,,, Status: Active Origin: 1:170/503 Group: Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503 Faye Johnson, 1:205/80 Last changed: 23-Sep-2001 by Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503@Fidonet ALASKA_CHAT Alaska and Yukon Open Topic Chatter Yukon/Alaska based open-topic chat echo. Talk to Alaskans and Yukoners about Alaska or the Yukon or just chat! Great for tourists, visitors, Northern wannabes or anyone thinking about heading north to Alaska or Yukon! All are welcome! Status: Active Origin: 1:17/67 Group: Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 25/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Steven Horn, 1:17/67 Last changed: 16-Sep-2001 by Steven Horn, 1:17/67 ALL-POLITICS ALL POLITICS POLITICS UNLIMITED Status: Active Origin: 1:170/302 Group: Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 2400/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: BOB SAKOWSKI, 1:170/302 STAN HARDGEGREE, 1:170/302 Last changed: 17-Jun-2001 by Bob Sakowski, 1:170/302 ALLFIX_BETA International ALLFIX DOS Beta Echo International ALLFIX DOS Beta Echo Contact the moderator for access Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Private, restricted Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: AFXD.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl Moderators: Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5 Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 ALLFIX_ECHO_BETA International ALLFIX Echo Beta Echo International ALLFIX Echo Beta Echo Contact the moderator for access Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Private, restricted Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: AFXEB.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl Moderators: Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5 Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 ALLFIX_FILE File Announce Conference for ALLFIX Users This Conference is dedicated to allfix users who want to announce the arrival of files from FDN distributers. This provides public information on updates between the Sysops that are available for FREQ and where. This echo also provides access to the Sysops using Allfix for questions about the program which are not available elsewhere. Files that are not available via FREQ from distribution systems is not allowed. ALLFIX is Copyrighted by Majik.Net and Dale Barnes Status: Active Origin: 1:3830/5 Group: Fido Distribution: Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6 Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1300/mo Rules: FIDO-REQ.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Moderator Approval for ANY Gate Moderators: Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5, trrc@bise.tzo.com Last changed: 1-Oct-2001 by Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5, trrc@bise.tzo.com ALLFIX_HELP International ALLFIX Support International ALLFIX Support/Help Echo Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems Gateways: absolutely none without advance per Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: AFX.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl Moderators: Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5 Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 ALLFIX_UNV_BETA International ALLFIX Universal Beta Echo International ALLFIX Universal Beta Echo Contact the moderator for access Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Private, restricted Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: AFXU.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl Moderators: Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5 Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201 ALLSYSOP All sysops newsgroupn alt.bbs.allsysop filtered newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 29/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ALT_DOS OPENDOS, FREEDOS, and Alternative DOS discussion area This Conference is dedicated to: Discussion of the Caldera OpenDOS and the FreeDOS operating systems. Posting and discussion of experiences, requests for help, posting of code snippets, etc are encouraged. Other free DOS variants are welcomed, such as DOSLinux. Limit MS-DOS discussion to comparison of features, compatibility, etc, with an Alt-DOS. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 AMATEUR_RADIO Amateur Radio The echo is dedicated to discussion relating to Amateur Radio. Rules are simple, Be Nice, and no CB Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Not to be gated without moderator p Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 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. Status: Active Origin: none Group: AMBR Distribution: AMBERNET Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: none Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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 compatible with the Classic Amiga whether they are made by Amiga Inc or 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. Status: Active Origin: 1:3613/1275.12 Group: Fido Distribution: Fido; Worldwide Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: 300 Volume: 1520/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL Moderators: , Todd Sullivan <1:3613/1 Last changed: 9-Aug-2001 by Todd Sullivan, 1:3613/1275.12 AMIGASALE Amiga For Sale Echo Buying and selling of all things Amiga related. Just about anything is Amiga related. It's a way of life. Status: Active Origin: 1:3613/1275.12 Group: Fido Distribution: Fido; Worldwide Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL Moderators: Todd Sullivan, 1:3613/1275.12 Last changed: 9-Aug-2001 by Todd Sullivan, 1:3613/1275.12 AMIGA_PROG Programming on/for the Amiga Discussion and help on Programming on and for the Amiga Computer Status: Active Origin: 3:634/383.0 Group: Fido Distribution: Fido; Worldwide Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL Moderators: Craig Hutchison, 3:634/383, chotch@ihug.com.au Last changed: 26-Jul-2001 by chotch@tig.com.au, 1:261/1551, chotch@ihug.com.au AMIGA_SYSOP Amiga sysop talk Status: Active Origin: Group: fido Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 50 Volume: 20/mo Rules: Amiga_sysop Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: REAL Moderators: , Don Plesky 1:120/229 don.plesky@eastpointe.com Last changed: 5-Sep-2001 by Don Plesky, 1:120/229 AMY_POINT Amiga FidoNet Software AMY_POINT is used for general advice on Amiga FidoNet software, from point packages to commercial BBS systems. Status: Active Origin: 2:442/107 Group: Distribution: Worldwide Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Neil Williams, 2:442/107 Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Neil Williams, 2:442/107 AMY_TECH Amiga Technical Echo Technical help on all things Amiga, and related subjects, including cross-platform items. Status: Active Origin: 1:3613/1275.12 Group: Fido Distribution: Fido; Worldwide Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL Moderators: , Todd Sullivan <1:3613/1 Last changed: 9-Aug-2001 by Todd Sullivan, 1:3613/1275.12 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. Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com AM_BADS BBS Advertisements AmberNet encourages it's member boards to advertise their systems. ANSI Escape Codes are prohibitied in this echo. Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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. Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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. Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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. Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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 Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com AM_DEV AmberNet File Announcements File Announcements for AmberNet Read-only area. Restricted to members of AmberNet Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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. Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 15/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com AM_SYSOP AmberNet Sysop Echo AmberNet Sysop's Echo. Net administration, Q&A and other net matters Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 40/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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. Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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. Status: Active Origin: AmberNet Group: AMBR Distribution: AmberNet Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com ANIMAL_DOC Discussion of animals w/ veterinarian participation! Animal Health/Training and Your Veterinarian. Discussion of animal helath, daily care, behavior and training, in a light and open setting. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 ANIME Japanese Animation Echo A conference devoted primarily to the discussion animation and related topics such as manga, fansubtitling, etc. Status: Active Origin: 1:167/133 Group: FID1 Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: RelayNet Language: English # Nodes: 300 Volume: 1520/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Audrey Seddon, 1:167/133, aseddon@super.net Last changed: 22-May-2001 by Audrey Seddon, 1:167/133, aseddon@dsuper.net ANIMED Animal Medical Discussion Area Echo for the discussion of animal sickness, cures, and preventative care for all Animals. Status: Active Origin: 1:2404/201 Group: Fido Distribution: All Backbones Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: ANIMED.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Moderators: Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201 Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200 Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201 ANNOUNCEMENTS_PN Media Reports Media Reports Status: Active Origin: Phileonet Group: PN Distribution: FamilyNet nntp://209.217.2.203 Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 2/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Ron Hossack, 777:100/1 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 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. Status: Active Origin: 1:15/21 Group: Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Jim Cannell, 1:15/21 Last changed: 25-May-2001 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet ANTHROPOLOGY Anthropology Discussions Filtered sci.anthropology newsgroup. Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 733/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect, request if desired. Moderators: Chris Glur, 8:7903/10 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ANTI_VIRUS Anti-Virus Discussion & News Anti-Virus News and discussion on the PREVENTION of virii, Worms, Trojans and other destructive payloads. Also serves as support & feedback for Filebone AV* File Echos. Status: Active Origin: 1:396/48 Group: Distribution: 1:396/45 & onward Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 30/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL Moderators: Ben Ritchey, 1:396/48, FIDOBot@Bellsouth.net Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by FIDOBot@Bellsouth.net, 1:261/1551, "cMech's FIDOBot" ANXIETY Anxiety Disorders A conference for those suffering from anxiety disorders, particularly panic disorders and agoraphobia. Primarily intended as an electronic support group. Status: Active Origin: unknown Group: Distribution: Z1, BACKBONE, NOT TO BE GRATED Gateways: Language: ENGLISH # Nodes: 45 Volume: 25/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /NONE Moderators: Tony Campbell, 1:109/263 Robert Stoner, Last changed: 9-Sep-2001 by Robert Stoner, 1:270/1005@fidonet ANYTHING_GOES Open, spirited and friendly discussions International Echo without heavy moderation Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Barry Bogart, 1:260/432 Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 APNEA Sleep Apnea Support & Discussions The Fidonet APNEA echo invites all who suffer with any of the forms of Sleep Apnea & their loved ones to participate in our discussions -- for friendship, support and shared medical info. Because Sleep Apnea -IS- a life-threatening illness and support is critical, APNEA will be moderated with a very light touch. APNEA is for informational purposes only, and should NOT be used as a substitute for consulting with your Doctor, Sleep Center, or Respiratory Therapist. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 APOGEE Apogee/3D Realms/Pinball Wizards support conference This is the support conference for Apogee Software, Ltd, 3D Realms Entertainment, and Pinball Wizards, shareware's best PC games publishers. If you are a fan of Apogee, 3D Realms, or Pinball Wizards, then this conference is for you. The moderator is a tech support representative for all three companies. Echo is NOT to be gated without moderator permission. Status: Active Origin: 1:124/7013 Group: FIDO Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 25/mo Rules: APOGEE.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA Moderators: Bryan Turner, 1:124/7013, bryant@3drealms.com Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bryan Turner, 1:124/7013, bryant@3drealms.com APOGEE_GAMES Apogee Games alt.games.apogee filtered newsgroup Status: Active Origin: INTERNET Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 12/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 APPLE International Apple II Echo "Apple II Forever!" The International Apple II echo is for the discussion of issues pertaining to the use of Apple Computer's Apple II series of home computers. All relevant topics covering hardware or software are allowed, and reasonable for sale posts are permitted. Please note that Macintosh conversation is discouraged, save for within the context of the "synergy" between the Macintosh and Apple II, but discussion of the Apple I and Apple III is certainly appropriate. Status: Active Origin: 1:393/9005 Group: backb Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 25/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, dfish@metronet.com 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. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 ARCADE_GAMES Video Arcade Games Discussions Filtered rec.games.video.arcade Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 676/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired. Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ARCHERY Archery Echo Discussions about Archery / alt.archery Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 283/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 AREA51 Area 51 Discussions / UFOs etc... Area 51 UFO discussions / alt.comspiracy.area51 Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 166/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ARENA_FOOTBALL Arena Football Discussions Arena Football Discussions Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 49/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed over Satellite feed: If desired please reque Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ARGUS Argus Support Echo Support echo for RitLab's Argus Mailer for Windows 95 & NT. Status: Active Origin: 1:18/500 Group: FIDO Distribution: All Zones Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL /SYS Moderators: Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, rcassell@home.com Last changed: 15-Sep-2001 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, rcassell@home.com ARIZ-CARDINALS Arizona Cardinals Pro Football Discussions filtered alt.sports.football.pro.ariz-cardinals Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 25/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 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. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Fidonet Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: David Bowerman, 1:153/290 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290 ARROWBRIDGE ARROWBRIDGE Door Game by Mark Sinclair The purpose of this echo is to discuss the ARROWBRIDGE door game written by Mark Sinclair. Arrowbridge is based on Dungeons and Dragons but is far more detailed in RPG oriented play. Discussions include strategies, game features, future enhancements, beta development, and third-party support programs. Other topical discussions include help and advice for new players to the game. Status: Active Origin: 1:3634/12 Group: FIDO Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: 40 Volume: 43/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: mark lewis, 1:3634/12 mark lewis, wkitty42@alltel.net Last changed: 28-Sep-2001 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12 ARTWARE TimEd, NetMgr, WIMM, JAMINFO Support Conference TimEd, NetMgr, WIMM and JAMINFO Support Conference. Participants are welcome to discuss self-support for those products and any third-party fixes and patches to extend the life of the products beyond the year 2000, as well as third-party utilities written for these products. Status: Active Origin: FIDO Group: FID1 Distribution: Backbone(s) Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: ARTWARE.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REAL Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, baltimoremd@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 1-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352 ARTWARE-NEW TimEd and NetMgr Support TimEd and NetMgr Support Conference. Participants are welcome to discuss self-support for these products and any third-party fixes and patches to extend the life of the products beyond the year 2000. Status: Active Origin: 1:261/1352 Group: FID1 Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com ASCII_ART G-rated ASCII Art Showcase! On-line "Art Show" for displaying your ASCII Art creations. All art must be appropriate for all ages (G-rated) and it must be posted with proper artist attribution left intact. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 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. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 ASKACOP Ask Real Enforcement Officers Questions -TALK! This conference is dedicated to the exchange of information between both Publicly Sworn Professionals and the people they serve and protect. Young adults and children are especially invited and encouraged to participate, along with the general public and Law Enforcement Professionals. (Related/relevant cross-posting encouraged) Internet @ http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/PSAgents Status: Active Origin: Group: Fido Distribution: z1-z6 Backbone(s), Z1B, NAB, FamilyNet, INTERNATIONAL Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 320/mo Rules: ASKCOP.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Scott McQuilkin, scharles10@juno.com Last changed: 1-Jun-2001 by scharles10@juno.com, 1:261/1551, scharles10@juno.com ASKACOP2 Ask Real Law Enforcement Officers Questions -TALK! This conference is dedicated to the exchange of information between both Publicly Sworn and Private Law Enforcement Professionals and the people they serve and protect. Young adults and children are especially invited and encouraged to participate, along with the general public and Law Enforcement Professionals. (Related/relevant cross-posting encouraged) This is *NOT* a Propaganda Echo Internet @ http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/PSAgents Status: Active Origin: 1:157/427? Group: Fido Distribution: z1-z6 Backbone(s), Z1B, NAB, FamilyNet, INTERNATIONAL Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 320/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Scott McQuilkin, scharles10@juno.com Allen Prunty, allen.prunty@hearth.dynip.com open, Last changed: 1-Jun-2001 by scharles10@juno.com, 1:261/1551, scharles10@juno.com ASK_A_NURSE Ask A Nurse medical information conference. Medical and Health questions and answers by nurses and general medical discussion. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 30/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Kurt Ullman, 1:3603/140, kurtullman@sprintmail.com Last changed: 1-Aug-2001 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, sturk@telerama.com ASTRONET Astronomy Echo Observational Astronomy Echo. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Mark Kaye, 1:249/109, mark.kaye@sympatico.ca Arnold Gill, 1:153/6.5 Bill McCauley, 1:161/42 Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by mark.kaye@sympatico.ca, 1:261/1551, Mark Kaye ASTRONOMY Astronomy EchoDESC Astronomical observing and astrophys Astronomical observing and astrophysical discussion echo. Clear skies! Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Mark Kaye, 1:249/109, mark.kaye@sympatico.ca Arnold Gill, 1:153/6.5 Bill McCauley, 1:161/42 Last changed: 1-Aug-2001 by mark.kaye@sympatico.ca, 1:261/1551, Mark Kaye ASTRONOMY_FMY Astronomy Discussions Filtered Usenet Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: Familynet/Planet Connect Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 6547/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ATARI-8BIT Atari 8 Bit discussions Filtered comp.sys.atari.8bit newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 546/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Greg Goodwin, greg.goodwin@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ATARI-GAMES Atari Games Discussions Filtered rec.games.video.atari newsgroup. Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 154/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: greg goodwin, greg.goodwin@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ATARI-JAGUAR Atari Jaguar Discussions Filtered Internert Newsgroup alt.atari.jaguar.discussions Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 103/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Greg Goodson, greg.goodwin@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ATARI-ST Atari ST Discussions Filtered comp.sys.atari.st newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 594/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Greg Goodson, greg.goodwin@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ATARI_ST Atari Stuff - All things Atari Discussions of Atari Stuff. All things Atari and anything else of interest to Atari fans. This includes Atari gaming systems, computers, calculators, T-shirts, etc. Also check out ST_PROG. Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: 40 Volume: 25/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Troy Cheek, 1:362/708.4, atari@cheek.org Last changed: 19-Sep-2001 by Troy H. Cheek, 1:362/708.4 ATL-FALCONS Atlanta Falcons Pro Football Discussions Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.atl-falcons Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 62/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ATLANTA-HAWKS NBA Basketball, Atlanta Hawks discussions filtered alt.sports.baskeball.nba.atlanta-hawks newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 9/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 ATM Amateur Telescope Making This conference is for the discussion of all aspects of amateur telescope making. Whether you're interested in grinding your own mirror, purchasing a mirror and assembling a telescope, or even if you're interested in an amateur radio telescope, this is the conference for you. We'll also discuss the design and construction of CCD cameras, as well as computer control systems for telescopes etc. Status: Active Origin: 1:116/35 Group: Distribution: Z1,Z2,Z3 Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 21/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: John Graves, 1:116/35 Last changed: 29-Sep-2001 by John & Misty Graves, 1:116/35@fidonet AUDIO Audio Unlimited AUDIO is for the friendly discussion of everything audio, both amatuer and professional. Anything a true audiophile would want to discuss is on-topic, as are discussions of audio equipment and instruments. All are welcome. This is an English-only echo. Status: Active Origin: 1:115/776 Group: FIDO Distribution: WWB, Z1B Gateways: With mod's permission ONLY. Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Sean Dennis, 1:115/776, hausmaus@darktech.org Last changed: 19-Aug-2001 by Sean Dennis, 1:115/776, hausmaus@darktech.org AUTOMATION-HOME Home Automations Discussions Filtered alt.home.automation newsgroup. Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 66/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 AUTOMOBILE_RACING Automobile Racing Motorsports results and discussions. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 AUTOMOTIVE International Automotive Discussion Group This is a General Automotive Discussion Conference. Got a question about your car? Have knowledge you'd like to share? Join in the conversation. Legal Notice: This echo TAG and contents are copyright by Roy Witt, 1998. See echo rules for information concerning your right to use this TAG or it's contents. Status: Active Origin: 1:10/22 Group: FIDO Distribution: All Backbones Gateways: NAB, FTP/Email - 1:10/22 Language: English, American English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 250/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Roy Witt, 1:10/22, sou_star@pacbell.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by roywitt@pacbell.net, 1:261/1551, sou_star@pacbell.net AUTORACE Automotive Motor Sports Racing Discussion Group! This conference covers all forms of racing, including but not limited to; NHRA, IHRA and non-sanctioned drag racing, NASCAR racing, from Winston Cup, Busch Grand National, Craftsman Super Truck, ARCA and local or non-sanctioned series of racing. Legal Notice: This echo TAG and contents are copyright by Roy Witt. Send email to sou_star@pacbell.net for more information. Make your Subject: copyright info Status: Active Origin: 1:10/22 Group: FIDO Distribution: All Backbones Gateways: Language: English, American English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Roy Witt, 1:10/22, sou_star@pacbell.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by roywitt@pacbell.net, 1:261/1551, sou_star@pacbell.net AVIATION International AVIATION Echo This echo is open to everyone interested in aviation, including all types of real, full-sized aircraft flying in the earth's atmosphere, as well as products and services relating to aviation. Excluded is the discussion of PC-based simulator games, radio-controlled models, space travel, and UFOs, for which other, more appropriate echoes are available (please see rules file). Status: Active Origin: 1:397/6 Group: Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 912/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6@fidonet.org Jim Dunmyer, 1:234/2 Last changed: 28-Apr-2001 by Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6@fidonet WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30 days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger. AVIATION_FMY General Discussions on Aviation General Discussions related to Aviation Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 347/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Request if wanted on satellite feed. Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 AZ_DIAMONDBACKS Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 62/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BABYLON5 Babylon 5 Discussions. For the discussion of the TV series Babylon 5, currently running on TNT, and related movies and series such as the upcoming "Crusade". Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Fidonet Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1520/mo Rules: BABYLON5.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Moderators: Kay Shapero, 1:102/524 Last changed: 15-Sep-2001 by Kay Shapero, 1:102/524 BACH Discussion of J H Bach's Music alt.music.j-h-bach gated and filtered internet newsgroup. Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: Familynet Gateways: 8:8/2001 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 208/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/FTP packets request if desired Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BADMINTON Badminton Discussions Badminton Discussions Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 43/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed on satellite feed - request if desired. Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BAD_COPS Whatcha gonna do when they come for you - Talk! Issues dealt with relate to security matters and law enforcement concerns in general, including public laws which are enforced on private property by =trained= and qualified private Law Enforcers. Also: Professional Process Servers; and Access to Motor Vehicle information by Private Investigators. Also; traffic violations to major crimes. -Also: dishonest Pub/Priv LEO's exposed. (c5/98) Internet @ http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/BADCOPS Status: Active Origin: 1:157/427? Group: Fido Distribution: z1-z6 Backbone(s), Z1B, NAB, INTERNATIONAL, Worldwide Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 410/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Scott McQuilkin, scharles10@juno.com open, Last changed: 1-Jun-2001 by scharles10@juno.com, 1:261/1551, scharles10@juno.com BALT-RAVENS Baltimore Ravens Pro Football Discussions Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.baltimore Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 470/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BAMA Odyssey Fringe Science Research Echo An echo dealing with Fringe Science/Fortean subjects. This is the official Fringe Science Echo of the Odyssey Fringe Science Research Network. News clippings, UFO Sightings, FileFixs and File Announcements are announced as well as general discussions of Fringe Science Events. Status: Active Origin: 1:3828/7 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z-1 Backbone Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: 500 Volume: 115/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAl Moderators: Roger Nelson, 1:3828/7, rjnel@email.com Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Roger Nelson, 1:261/1551, Roger.Nelson@f7.n3828.z1.fidonet.org (Roger Nelson) BAPTIST Baptist Heritage Sermons preached by many of the greatest preachers of our time. Discussions of the Baptist Heritage. Status: Active Origin: FamilyNet Group: FMLY Distribution: Listserv@fmlynet.planetc.com, Planet Connect, FTP Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 77/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 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. Co-Moderators: Barb Jernigan, 1:135/907; Rachel Veraa, 1:135/907 Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Russ Jernigan, 1:135/907 Laurie Campbell, 1:135/907 Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by Rachel Veraa, 1:135/907, rveraa@netside.net BARKTOPUS Chat from Barktopia Technical chat and other from Barktopia Gated from a private newsgroup. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/45 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1B, NAB Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1000/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL Moderators: Dale Ross, 1:379/45, dale@HarborWebs.com Last changed: 15-Aug-2001 by Dale Ross, 1:379/45, dale@HarborWebs.com 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. Status: Active Origin: The Barter Board Group: FID1 Distribution: private Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com BASEBALL Generic Baseball Discussions Generic Baseball Discussions Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8/2001 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 150/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not Available via satellite/ftp feed - request if desired. Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BASIC General Basic Programming Conference comp.lang.basic.misc - Basic Language Programming Discussions Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8/2001 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 217/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BASKETBALL Generic Basketball Discussions Generic Basketball Discussions Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 3/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite packets - request if desired Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 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 (REXX, 4DOS, etc.). While DOS is the primary OS, all other BATCH-related topics for all OS's are welcomed. Status: Active Origin: FidoNet Group: FIDO, Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: Contact moderator for information Language: # Nodes: 84 Volume: 65/mo Rules: BATPOWER.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /RUL Moderators: Bat Lang, 1:382/92, Bat@ccsi.com Last changed: 17-Sep-2001 by Bat Lang, 1:382/92 BBBS.ENGLISH The International BBBS Support Echo This echo offers support for the multi-platform BBBS BBS software, written by Kim Heino. Topics which are on-topic include the mailer, BBS, included BBBS utilities (areafix, mail tosser, telnet, ftp, etc.) and scripting language. Topics also may include discussion of operating systems which BBBS supports (OS/2, DOS, Linux, other *nix operating systems, Win95/NT) as far as how they relate to BBBS. 3rd party software utilities written for BBBS should be sent to Janis Kracht 1:2320/38 (janis@filegate.net) until another FDN coordinator can be found for the file echos. Any announcements for BBBS executibles are only to be posted by Kim Heino. No signature (SIGs) are to be posted Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: All Zones Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Kim Heino, 2:222/2 Janis Kracht, 1:2320/38, janis@filegate.net Last changed: 19-Apr-2001 by janis@filegate.net, 1:261/1551, janis@filegate.net WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30 days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger. BBS BBS Internet Discussions alt.bbs filtered newsgroups Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 118/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired. Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BBS-SYSOPS BBS Sysop's Conference Filtered alt.bbs.sysop Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 7/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: charles wootten, 8:7203/7 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BBSDOORS Name Placeholder for Retired Echo Name Placeholder for Retired Echo Status: Active Origin: 1:2404/209 Group: None Distribution: Private Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bob Duckworth, 1:2404/209 Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201 BBSDOOR_DISCUSSION The BBS Doorgame and Utility Discussion Echo Support echo for both BBS Door authors and players. The echo is intended to give door authors and players alike a place to come and discuss ideas and problems with doorgames. BBS utilities that fall under the category of Doors are also welcome and their authors are encouraged to come and discuss their products. The promotion of new doors and utilities are welcomed and encouraged. Discussion of BBS <--> Internet doors and utilities are also welcome. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Z1-Z6, FidoSpine Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: , Rick Gordon 1:130/612 V Last changed: 13-Jun-2001 by Rick Gordon, 1:130/612@fidonet BBSLAW BBS Legal Issues Discussions about BBS Law, Sysop Liability, User Privileges, Privacy, and Copyright Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 280 Volume: 260/mo Rules: BBSLAW.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA Moderators: Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018, lawrence@eforest.net Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018 BBSLISTS BBS List Discussions Filtered alt.bbs.lists Newsgroups Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 51/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: charles wootten, 8:7203/7 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BBS_ADS Advertise your BBS here! Find a fun new BBS to call! Welcome to the BBS Advertising Conference! This is the place to tell everyone what makes *your* system special and different. It's also the right echo to find a new and exciting BBS! *ONLY* messages advertising BBSs and messages from users who want to find them are allowed. No other messages are permitted -- including those about software, hardware, games or networks. Standard ANSI & ASCII graphics are allowed. Please limit your advertisments to (1) message per week, unless they are different. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: RelayNet Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 608/mo Rules: BBS_ADS.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 BBS_CARNIVAL General BBS Support and Discussion BBS Carnival is for sysops and users alike. From BBS software to Y2K issues, it's all welcome here. Support for abandonware BBS- related programs is on-topic and welcomed also. Status: Active Origin: 1:220/10 Group: FIDO Distribution: NAB, Z1B, WWB Gateways: None without moderator's permission Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: George Roberts, 1:220/10, groberts@nexusbbs.net Last changed: 2-Jul-2001 by George Roberts, 1:220/20, groberts@nexusbbs.net 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. Companion echo to BBSDOORS. Status: Active Origin: 1:2404/209 Group: Fido Distribution: All Backbones Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Duckworth, 1:2404/209 Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200 Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200 BBS_INTERNET DOS/Win/OS2/Unix BBS<->Internet x-Platform Apps (Sysops General discussion of cross-platform BBS<->Internet applications and related topics for SysOps Only. All others, read-only, please. Status: Active Origin: 1:2410/400 Group: Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist. Gateways: Prior Permission Required Language: English # Nodes: 800 Volume: 43/mo Rules: BBS_INTE.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /SYS /REA Moderators: gary gilmore, 1:2410/400 Last changed: 25-Sep-2001 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400 BBS_NEWS BBS Announcements / Discussions A place to advertise your BBS - International in scope. Status: Active Origin: FamilyNet Group: FMLY Distribution: Listserv@fmlynet.planetc.com,PC,ftp://ftp.fmlynet.org Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 11/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BBS_PROMOTION The BBS Promotion "Team" Join Us! A new way to promote bbs's without the control of an association or body. Sysops & Users are welcome. Status: Active Origin: 1:3603/140 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Ed Koon, 1:3603/140 Tom Lebens, 1:202/801 Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 BEATLES Beatles Discussion Conference A `fab' forum for the discussion of anything and everything to do with the Fab Four (John, Paul, George and Ringo) including their careers, music, recordings, films, concerts, business ventures, musical and business associates, families, solo careers, any other projects, and their influence on modern pop culture. In short, literally anything and everything related to the Beatles! This conference will appeal to everyone from casual fans to long time Beatlemaniacs. Come join in! A splendid time is guaranteed for all! :-) Status: Active Origin: The Eclectic Lab BBS, 1:153/8 Group: Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Martin Ridgley, 1:153/831 Last changed: 27-Jul-2001 by mcridgley@bigfoot.com, 1:261/1551, mcridgley@bigfoot.com (Martin) BEEMAIL BeeMail GUI Mailer for Windows Discussion of the GUI mailer Beemail for Win3.x and Win 9x. Bi-directional gateway discussions of the BEEMAIL Mailing List that is gated at The Ready Room CBIS is also welcome. Status: Active Origin: 1:3830/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1, Z2, Z3, Z4, Z5, Z6, WWB, FidoSpine, NAB Gateways: Zone 111 via 1:3830/5<=>111:111/1 ( Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/mo Rules: BEEMAIL.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /MOD /RUL Moderators: Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5, trrc@bise.tzo.com Last changed: 1-Oct-2001 by Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5, trrc@bise.tzo.com BEOS Be Incorporated's BeOS Operating System Discussion/Supp This conference serves as a support/discussion forum for Be Incorporated's "up and coming" BeOS operating system, for Intel- and PowerPC-based computers. The Personal Edition is available as a free download from www.be.com, with a plethora of free software and shareware available at www.bebits.com. The commercial Pro Edition is also topical, of course, and the current release for all platforms is version 5.01. Note: OS comparison is acceptable; OS flamewars are not. Echo is not to be gated without moderator permission. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, dfish@metronet.com BFDS_MAIL Batch File Distribution System, Coordination This is an echo tagholder. Status: Active Origin: None Group: Distribution: None at present. Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bat Lang, 1:382/1201 Last changed: 26-Sep-2001 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1 BGFAX BGFAX Support Echo BGFAX can receive faxes with your FidoNet mailer software, and can also send faxes from the command line. BGFAX is available for DESC DOS, OS/2, and Win32. Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Tom Knowles, grondelick@hotmail.com Last changed: 29-Aug-2001 by grondelick@hotmail.com, 1:261/1551, grondelick@hotmail.com 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. Available via listserv@fmlynet.planetc.com Internet List server. Status: Active Origin: 8:8/0 Group: FMLY Distribution: 1:270/101 8:8/0 8:8/2000 Gateways: FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887 115/887<>1 Language: # Nodes: 50 Volume: 60/mo Rules: BIBLE.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Very tightly Moderated Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIBLE-STUDY Biblical Studies This echo provides a forum for Biblical Studies and discussion. Resource materials and study aids to Biblical Studies as well as discussion on Bible texts are allowed. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Rick Gordon, 1:130/612 Last changed: 13-Jun-2001 by Rick Gordon, 1:130/612@fidonet BIBLE18 Region 18 Bible Discussion This conference is for the discussion of the Bible for users in Fidonet Region 18. Status: Active Origin: 1:116/35 Group: Distribution: Region 18 Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 21/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: John Graves, 1:116/35 Last changed: 29-Sep-2001 by John & Misty Graves, 1:116/35@fidonet BIBLE_FOCUS Bible Focus Bible Focus Status: Active Origin: FamilyNet Group: FMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 42/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIBLE_NEWS Bible News News of Interest to Bible Believing Christians. READ ONLY - Discussion _NOT_ allowed! Available via listserv@fmlynet.planetc.com Internet List server. Status: Active Origin: 8:8/0 Group: FMLY Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0 Gateways: FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887 Language: # Nodes: 40 Volume: 92/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Read Only!!!! Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIBLE_SA Bible discussions Discussions about the Bible. The widest range of biblical topics is allowed. Study, interpretation, history etc. Status: Active Origin: FamilyNet South Africa Group: FMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone worldwide Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 7 Volume: 46/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIBLE_STUDY Filtered Internet Newsgroup / Bible Study The purpose of this area is to provide a vehicle for the concentrated and singlar study of a particular topic by all participants. TOPIC: The topic is determined by the Moderator and announced periodically. All posts must be relative to the announced topic. Discussions of general interest (even on Bible topics) are *NOT* acceptable! The only topic of discussion here is the topic announced by the Moderator!!! Status: Active Origin: FamilyNet Group: IFMLY Distribution: Planet_Connect FMY_BBone Internet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 40 Volume: 42/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIG-10_COLLEGE Big-10 College Sports discussions Filtered alt.sports.college.big-10 newsgroup. Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: This area will be renamed BIG-10_COLLEGE Moderators: bob.hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIG-8_COLLEGE Big 8 College Sports discussions. Filtered alt.sports.college.big-8 newsgroup. Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8/2001 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Bob Hoffman, 8:8/0 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIG5-BASKETBALL Big 5 College Basketball Discussions filtered alt.sports.basketball.big-5 newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 2/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 7-Jun-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIG8-BASKETBALL Big 8 Basketball Discussions Filtered alt.sports.basketball.big8 newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 2/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIG8-KANSAS BIG8 Kansas Basketball Discussions Filtered alt.sports.basketball.big8.kansas Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 2/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Reuqest if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 5-Aug-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:8/0 BILLIARDS Billiards discussions Billiards Discussions Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1973/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired. Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BINKD The ubiquitous BinkD TCP/IP FTN mailer and the binkp pr A conference dedicated to the ubiquitous BinkD mailer in its various incarnations for several unices, OS/2, Win 95/98/NT, Amiga and DOS. Includes technical help. Allowed topics are also discussions about the binkp protocol, its implementations in other software (Argus, BBBS) and the binkd-based fidonet.net domain organization. Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: WWB, NAB, Z1B Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Mario Mure', 2:335/533, mure@sistemia.it Last changed: 5-Sep-2001 by mure@sistemia.it, 1:261/1551, mure@sistemia.it BINKLEY BinkleyTerm Mailer Echo A conference for the discussion of the BinkleyTerm Front End. Status: Active Origin: 1:106/2000 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bob Juge, 1:106/2000 Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 BIRD-WATCHING Bird Watching Discussions Filtered rec.birds newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 729/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BIRDING Birdwatching This echo is for all bird devotees, from the casual backyard feeder sightings, behavior, trip tales, evaluating gear and guide books, local gardens, and the related ecology and biology of these lovely animals. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 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. Status: Active Origin: 1:261/1352 Group: FID1 Distribution: various Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com 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! Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Fidonet Backbone 1:129/89 blinktlk@fanciful.org Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 300 Volume: 216/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: William Wilson, 1:129/89 William Wilson, willie@telerama.com Stu Turk, 1:129/26 Last changed: 10-Jul-2001 by William Wilson, 1:129/89 BLUEWAVE BlueWave Support Conference This is the Blue Wave Support Conference (BLUEWAVE), devoted to discussions about, and support of, the Blue Wave offline mail system and related products. We like to think of it as the electronic version of a users group", a place people can gather to discuss their experiences (and problems) with Blue Wave and related products. Status: Active Origin: FIDOnet Group: Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist. Gateways: Prior Permission Required Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: BLUEWAVE.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REAL Moderators: Gary Gilmore, 1:2410/400 Last changed: 26-Sep-2001 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400 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 has frequented the 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. Status: Active Origin: Group: FIDO Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems Gateways: absolutely none without advance per Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: BNU.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12 David Nugent, Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12.1 BOOKS Arts, literature and theatre For discussing and reviewing books and literature, including wider topics such as literature and society, writing, publishing etc It may also be used for discussing the arts generally, including painting, sculpture, film, the theatre, etc. Status: Active Origin: Familynet South Africa Group: FMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone worldwide Gateways: Gated to mailing list family.books Language: # Nodes: 8 Volume: 1/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Steve Hayes, 8:7903/10 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BOSTON-BRUINS Boston Bruins NHL Hockey Discussions Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.boston-bruins Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 269/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not dsirtibuted via Planet COnnect; Request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BOSTON-CELTICS Boston Celtics NBA Basketball Discussions Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.boston-celtics Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 1036/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: not distributed via planet connect; request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BOSTON_REDSOX Boston Redsox Baseball Boston Redsox Baseball Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8:8/0 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 7198/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BOUNCED_MAIL Listserv Bounced Mail (FamilyNet) This conference will carry all the mail coming back to FamilyNet from the listserv. It can be used to check on mail flow, and users that have temporary problems (ie mailbox full, config problems) and those that have disappeared. Status: Active Origin: FamilyNet Group: FMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 161/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Brobocop, brobocop@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 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. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Michael McCabe, 1:1/121 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/121@fidonet BRIDGE Backbone Mail Movers Echo **Place Holder Tag** Status: Active Origin: 1:18/500 Group: FIDO Distribution: None Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /MEM /REAL /SYS Moderators: Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, rcassell@home.com Last changed: 15-Sep-2001 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, rcassell@home.com BRIT_CAR British Car Discussion British Car Discussions Status: Active Origin: 1:2404/200 Group: Distribution: Private Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200 Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201 Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200 BSD_MISC Unix BSD Misc Newsgroup comp.unix.bsd.misc filtered newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 22/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed vi Satellite/FTP request if desired Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BUFF-BILLS Buffalo Bills Pro Football Discussions Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.buff-bills Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 2756/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet COnnect; Request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BUFFALO-SABRES NHL Hockey Team Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.buffalo-sabres newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 102/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 BULLS*EYE The Conservative's Viewpoint of America's National Even Contrary to popular belief, Conservatives don't want to take away your Social Security benefits, Abortion rights, School lunches or add Poison to your water. Status: Active Origin: 1:10/22 Group: FIDO1 Distribution: All Backbones, Transx/Email from 1:10/22 sou_star@pacbe Gateways: Language: English, American English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 250/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /ACC Moderators: Roy Witt, 1:10/22, sou_star@pacbell.net Last changed: 3-Sep-2001 by roywitt@pacbell.net, 1:261/1551, sou_star@pacbell.net BUSINESS For Business Discussions Business Discussions...how to do business, how to start a business, pitfalls in business. MLM discussions are Off-Topic. Status: Active Origin: Group: FID1 Distribution: Backbones Gateways: Not to be gated Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 10/mo Rules: business.rul Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission Moderators: Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com Last changed: 31-Jul-2001 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, hon@baltimoremd.com C-LANGUAGE C-Language Programming C-Language Programming Conference Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: 8/2001 Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 6172/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via satellite - request if desired Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 5-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, bob.hoffman@fmlynet.org C2C *C/*EC contact conference The C2C conference is a Fidonet administrative echo intended to facilitate communication between *Cs and *ECs. Access is restricted to members of the *C/*EC group. Status: Active Origin: 1:153/290 Group: Distribution: Private Gateways: May not be distributed outside of F Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: David Moufarrege, 1:2613/404 Bob Satti, 1:153/6 Bob Satti, 1:153/6 Last changed: 2-Sep-2001 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290 CABLE_MODEMS CABLE_MODEMS Echo for discussion of Cable Modem Technology. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/1200 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REAL Moderators: Chris Cranford, 1:379/1200, chris@tkdsoftware.com Last changed: 29-Jul-2001 by chris@tkdsoftware.com, 1:261/1551, chris@tkdsoftware.com CALLSIGN Amateur Radio Callsign Database - Place holder. This echo has been discontinued. For callsign information, inquire of the moderator of the HAM echo. Legal Notice: This echo TAG and contents are copyright by Roy Witt. Send email to sou_star@pacbell.net for more information. Make your Subject: copyright info Status: Active Origin: 1:10/22 Group: FIDO Distribution: All Backbones, Transx/Email from 1:10/22 - sou_star@pac Gateways: NAB, FTP/Email - 1:10/22 Language: English, American English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Roy Witt, 1:10/22, sou_star@pacbell.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by roywitt@pacbell.net, 1:261/1551, sou_star@pacbell.net CANACHAT Canadain chat echo A Canadian chat echo.. Status: Active Origin: unknown Group: FIDO Distribution: you pick it up Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 5/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Phil Simpson, 1:229/731, filster@telus.net Last changed: 11-May-2001 by filster@telus.net, 1:261/1551, Phil Simpson CANPOL Canadian Politics As the name of the echo suggests, it is devoted to discussion of Canadian Politics. The echo is open to any BBS in Canada whether or not it has politics as its main theme. The purpose of the echo is to provide a nation-wide forum in which we can discuss a "street level" view of the policies and practices of the various political parties, governments and their agencies of all levels and other public bodies and how they affect our lives. Status: Active Origin: 1:250/620 Group: Distribution: Z1 - Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 78 Volume: 10/mo Rules: CANPOL.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Moderators: Michael Knight, 1:250/620 Last changed: 23-May-2001 by Michael Knight, 1:250/620 CAN_FREECHAT Canada Freechat Echo Canada Freechat is a free-for-all general chat echo. While we will not permit, any flaming or user-bashing. Any and all topics of a non threatenting, non-adult nature are welcomed. Why not jump in, and post a message, tell us a little bit about and take it from there.. Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 CAN_MILITARY Canadian Military Conference> The Can_Military conference includes topics related to the Military and covers people interested in the Military. All branches of service. All active duty, retired, reserves, dependents, veterans of all wars, disabled veterans and civilians inquiring about the military are welcome. Topics may include but are not limited to training, duty stations, medical and dental care, Veterans Affairs, equipment, pay, and base closings. Recent events effecting the Canadian Forces are also open for discussion, as is the ongoing restructuring. HAS RULES - Minimal Email: joedela@kos.net Status: Active Origin: 1:249/303 Group: Distribution: Zone 1 BackBone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Joe Delahaye, 1:249/303 Last changed: 18-Jul-2001 by joedela@sympatico.ca, 1:261/1551, Joe Delahaye CAN_SYSLAW Legal information for Canadian sysops This echo is a place for Canadian sysops to become acquainted with the law applicable to the operation of their systems. Others are welcome to participate as long as their comments remain relevant to the echo's focus. Although discussion of how a particular law may affect operation of a Canadian BBS is encouraged, there is NO room in this echo for flaming lawmakers or anyone else. Status: Active Origin: 1:17/67 Group: Distribution: Z1-Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 20/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Real Moderators: Steven Horn, 1:17/67 Last changed: 16-Sep-2001 by Steven Horn, 1:17/67 CAR-PANTHERS Carolina Panthers Pro Football Discussionsn Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.car-panthers Newsgroup Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 213/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired. Moderators: bob hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 5-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 CARCINOMA Cancer Survivors A conference dedicated to the discussion of surviving Cancer. Primarily for those currently in treatment or therapy, in remission, or family members. However other interested individuals are welcome. A Electronic Support Group........ Status: Active Origin: 1:379/5 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: /REA Moderators: Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, wizards@shelby.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5 CAROLINA_GEN Carolina Genealogy This entry is an echo tagholder Status: Active Origin: 1:361/1 Group: Distribution: None Gateways: Language: English # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1 Last changed: 26-Sep-2001 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1 CBM Commodore Computer Conference A conference for owners and users of the Commodore 8-bit computers (i.e. PET, VIC-20, C-64, C-128 and Plus 4), programs and periferals. Status: Active Origin: 1:396/45.128 Group: FIDO Distribution: Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 216/mo Rules: cbm.rul Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: Moderators: Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128 Phil Heberer, phil@heberer.org Russell Prater, 1:3608/5 Last changed: 21-May-2001 by Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128 CBM-128 Commodore-128 discussion Forum for the discussion of Commodore-128 hardware and software, including CP/M 3.0+ Status: Active Origin: 1:396/45.128 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1 & Z3 Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 151/mo Rules: CBM-128.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128 Phil Heberer, phil@heberer.org Rod Gasson, 3:801/221 Last changed: 21-May-2001 by Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128 CBM-GEOS Commodore-GEOS discussion Forum for the discussion of Commodore 8-bit Graphic Environment Operating System (GEOS) Status: Active Origin: 1:396/45/128 Group: FIDO Distribution: Z1 & Z3 Backbone Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 108/mo Rules: CBM-GEOS.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128 Phil Heberer, phil@heberer.org Rod Gasson, 3:801/221 Last changed: 21-May-2001 by Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128 CB_RADIO Open CB Radio chatter! This echo has been closed. For open discussion of CB related topics concerning the use of CB radio, areafix the HAM echo. Legal Notice: This echo TAG and contents are copyright by Roy Witt. Send email to sou_star@pacbell.net for more information. Make your Subject: copyright info Status: Active Origin: 1:10/22 Group: FIDO Distribution: Not available Gateways: NAB, FTP/Email - 1:10/22 Language: English, American English # Nodes: N/A Volume: 50/mo Rules: CB_RADIO.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL Moderators: Roy Witt, 1:10/22, sou_star@pacbell.net Last changed: 6-Sep-2001 by roywitt@pacbell.net, 1:261/1551, sou_star@pacbell.net CCMRADIO Christian Music and Radio discussionz No Description given Status: Active Origin: FamilyNet Group: FMLY Distribution: FamilyNet backbone/Planet Connect Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 4/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Rob Green, 8:8/2 Last changed: 5-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 CD-ROM CD-ROM general discussions Filtered Internet Newsgroup alt.cd-rom Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 472/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Not distributed via planet connect pkts; request if desired. Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 5-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009 CD-ROM_HARDWARE CD Rom Hardware Discussions (IBM-PC) IBM PC Compatible CD Rom Hardware discussions. Status: Active Origin: Internet Group: IFMLY Distribution: FamilyNet Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: 181/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: If desired on satellite feed, please request. Moderators: Bob Hoffman, echolist@fmlynet.org Last changed: 5-Sep-2001 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, bob.hoffman@fmlynet.org CDRECORD CD-R: CD-R/CD-RW/DVD Recording Discussion General discussion of all types of CD-R technology including CD-RW and DVD-R recording, both data and audio. Discussion also about recording sources, especially in audio recording for quality improvement. Status: Active Origin: 1:2410/400 Group: Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist. Gateways: Prior Permission Required Language: English # Nodes: 100 Volume: 13/mo Rules: CDRECORD.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA Moderators: gary gilmore, 1:2410/400 Last changed: 25-Sep-2001 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400 CDROM CD-ROM Discussions A General chatter conference for discussing CD ROM and Laser-Optic technology Status: Active Origin: 1:343/117 Group: Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 60 Volume: 216/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Paul Casey, 1:343/117 Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Paul Casey, 1:343/100 CDROM_SALE CD-ROM For Sale An open forum for selling and trading CD ROM products. In addition to the normal buying & selling, CDROM_SALE discussion includes product reviews, overall market information, legalities, opinions from publishers and lots of other neat stuff. Status: Active Origin: 1:343/117 Group: Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B Gateways: Language: # Nodes: 60 Volume: 216/mo Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Paul Casey, 1:343/117 Last changed: 1-Sep-2001 by Paul Casey, 1:343/100 CD_ECHO The Fidonet CD Echo This echo is for the discussion of Compact Discs (CD's) of all types of music (and the music contained within the CD). Also, for the discussion of CD players and the technical side of making CD's. This echo is also for the discussion of Laserdiscs (LD's) and LD players. Buying, selling and trading CDs is not allowed. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: Backbone, International Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: Flags: Notes: Moderators: Chuck Allen, 1:129/41, Chuck.Allen@Juno.com Last changed: 14-Aug-2001 by : Chuck Allen, 1:129/41, Status : Pvt CELLBLK17 Region 17 restricted echo for R17 NEC's and RHubs CELLBLK17 is a restricted-distribution administrative echo, connecting the REC17 with all echomail coordinators, hubs, and invited guests in Region 17, for posting and discussion of policy, feed structures, daily system information, regional mail statistics, and other distribution-related matters. Also available so that anyone in R17 needing to contact REC17 and/or a R17 RHub can do so. Status: Active Origin: Group: Distribution: REGION-17-ONLY Gateways: Language: # Nodes: N/A Volume: N/A Rules: CELLBLK1.RUL Flags: [Has Rules] Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl Moderators: REC17, 1:17/1 R17 RHub(s), Last changed: 27-Sep-2001 by REC17, 1:17/1 CELLULAR Cellular Telephones Open Discussion Echo This is an echo for discussion on any matter(s) related to Cellular Telephones ONLY. Anything else is considered (Off-Topic). Within the topic, User's are encouraged to express themselves freely in this echo to to stimulate healthy debate/discussion on the Cellular Telephones topic. To my POSTERS, please ENJOY the echo!! http://www.webpost.net/ni/Nick