bbsfaq03.001

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                 CHAPTER 1 -INTRODUCTION TO THE FAQ
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1.1 - INTRODUCTION
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[1.1.1] - Why was The Official BBS FAQ written?

August 29th, 1994
Every day, I'd sign-on to local BBSes to download my e-mail and
review the Usenet newsgroups. After reading alt.bbs for a few
months, I noticed the same questions being asked over and over
again. One day, I read a message asking if there was a FAQ
(Frequently Asked Questions) for the alt.bbs newsgroups. If
not, the poster asked if someone would be willing to write one.
The idea appealed to me.

I've never run a BBS of my own; however, I've signed-on a wide
variety of bulletin board services all over the United States.
I've helped sysops setup their boards plus I've done computer
tech support. Additionally, as a consultant and writer, I was
particularly attracted to the idea of assisting computer users
in their enjoyment of BBSing. From all of this combined
experience, I decided to develop the much-needed FAQ.

To begin the project, I posted a message in March of 1994 to
alt.bbs newsgroups, calling for people to contribute to the BBS
FAQ. The mail started flowing-in immediately and continued for
weeks. The overall response was great! All sorts of people were
willing to offer their time and knowledge to the long-awaited
FAQ.

I created a Table of Contents based on my own knowledge and on
the questions/suggestions I saw in the newsgroups. I then
gathered information from various sources to build the
comprehensive guide that follows. The end-product is intended
to aid those who use bulletin boards as well as to assist those
who run them or want to setup BBSes of their own.

The Official BBS FAQ was built BY the people of the Net, FOR
the people of the Net. Many thanks to all who contributed.

Regards,

Claire Walters

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[1.1.2] - Where do I send e-mail regarding the BBS FAQ?

Any comments, corrections, deletions or additions for this FAQ
please send e-mail to the author/editor (Claire Walters) at:
[e-mail]

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1.2 - DISCLAIMERS
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This article answers frequently asked questions (FAQ) for the
alt.bbs, alt.bbs.allsysop, and comp.bbs.misc Usenet newsgroups.
It is intended for those who want to start a BBS/Online service
or for those sysops already running a BBS who may be seeking
further information.

All information in this article is believed to be correct at
the time of writing. However, please recognize that this is an
evolving document and that the information that follows may
contain inaccuracies. Please direct suggestions for improvement
or corrections to the editor/author at, [e-mail].

The editor/author is not affiliated with any of the companies
mentioned herein.

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1.3 COPYRIGHT NOTICE
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The Official BBS FAQ is Copyright 1994-1995, by Claire Walters.
All rights reserved.

You are granted the following rights:
I. To make copies of this work in original form, so long as
(a) The copies are exact and complete.
(b) The copies include the copyright notice and these paragraphs in
    their entirety.
(c) The copies give obvious credit to the author, Claire Walters.
(d) The copies are in electronic form only.

II. To distribute this work, or copies made under the provisions
    above, so long as,
(a) this is the original work and not a derivative form.
(b) you do not charge a fee for copying or for distribution.
(c) you ensure that the distributed form includes the copyright
    notice, this paragraph, the disclaimer of warranty in their
    entirety and credit to the author. (Claire Walters)
(d) the distributed form is not in an electronic magazine or within
    computer software (prior explicit permission may be obtained
    from Claire Walters)
(e) the distributed form is the NEWEST version of the article to
    the best of the knowledge of the distributor.
(f) the distributed form is electronic.

You may NOT distribute this work by any non-electronic media,
including but not limited to books, newsletters, magazines,
manuals, catalogs, and speech.  You may not distribute this
work in electronic magazines, CD-ROMS or within computer
software without prior written explicit permission. These
rights are temporary and revocable upon written, oral, or other
notice by Claire Walters. This copyright notice shall be
governed by the laws of the state of New Jersey.

If you would like additional rights beyond those granted above,
write to the author at, Internet: [e-mail]

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1.4 - TRADEMARK INFORMATION
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The software & products mentioned in this FAQ is the properties and
trademark of their respective owners.

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1.5 - WHERE CAN I DOWNLOAD THE BBS FAQ?
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The Official BBS FAQ will be posted periodically in the
following newsgroups:

alt.bbs,
alt.bbs.allsysop,
comp.bbs.misc,
comp.answers,
news.answers

Available to download from:
- America Online - PC Telecom forum (keyword: PTC) or Redgate
Forum (keyword: Redgate)
- National Computer Security Association forum on Compuserve.

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[1.5.1] - FTP SITE

FTP.NJCC.COM

Directory:	/pub/bbsfaq/
Files:		bbsfaq03.toc
               bbsfaq03.001
               bbsfaq03.002
               bbsfaq03.003
               bbsfaq03.004
               bbsfaq03.005
               bbsfaq03.006
               BBSFAQ03.ZIP (whole FAQ in ZIP format)

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[1.5.2] - The BBS FAQ via World Wide Web

The BBS FAQ via WWW:

http://pluto.njcc.com/~clairew/

I've added a special addition to my home page for the BBS FAQ.
There is a section which lists pointers to BBS software
companies home pages.

If you're not listed & would like to be included, please send
e-mail to: [e-mail]

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1.6 - MEET THE BBS FAQ WRITERS
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[1.6.1] - ABOUT THE AUTHOR/EDITOR

Claire Walters, D.B.A Windsorware
The Official BBS FAQ Author/Editor
Computer Consultant, Freelance Writer, Custom Windows HLP files
e-mail: [e-mail]
WWW: http://pluto.njcc.com/~clairew/

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[1.6.2] - CREDITS & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

My special thanks goes to my family & Nancy T.

- Brian Kramer
  Owner/Systems Administrator - [e-mail]
  New Jersey Computer Connection
  Home of The Official BBS FAQ
  Public Access Unix Site - pluto.njcc.com
  Voice: 609-896-2799 - Fax: [phone] - Dialups: 609-896-3191
  Dialup or Telnet to njcc.com and log in as,
  guest for more information.

CONTRIBUTORS/WRITERS
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Since March of '94 when I called for writers to help me gather
info for the BBS FAQ I received a wonderful response. Now, it's
a year since the birth of the FAQ and several others have
offered there time to supply info that is now included in the FAQ.
Without the help of all the writers the BBS FAQ would not have
been possible. Originally there were approximately 20 writers,
since then the number has grown.

I'd like to express my special thanks to the original writers
who helped me build the foundation to this document and to
everyone who continue's to contribute which makes it possible
for me to maintain the FAQ.

Best Regards,
Claire Walters

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1.7 - What's new in this version?
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[1.7.1] - BBS FAQ History

Changes since v2.0 (2-23-95)
- Access the BBS FAQ via WWW. See section 1.5.2
- Mindwire, FirstClass & several other software descriptions
added.

Changes since V1.0 (8-29-94)
- VERY IMPORTANT! The FTP site in which the BBSFAQ is archived
has been changed. Please note the new site is: FTP.NJCC.COM
- Many cosmetic changes for easier navigation
- Mac section has been updated
- Several descriptions added in the PC DOS shareware section

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             CHAPTER 2 - PC  COMMERCIAL BBS SOFTWARE
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2.1 - DOS BASED BBS SOFTWARE
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[2.1.01] - MAJOR BBS

The Major BBS is full-featured, professional multi-user
bulletin board software that can be expanded to support well
over 100 simultaneous users on a single 486 PC or better
running DOS 5.0 or later with at least 4 MB of RAM.  Users can
connect to The Major BBS via modem, LAN, serial connection, or
(optionally) the Internet or X.25 networks.

New features in Version 6.2 include the following:
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New file library with full-screen, multi-directory library areas,
support for CD-ROM changers, automatic DIZ-file extraction, new
keyword search engine, and much more.

Turbo charged performance which will be souped up even higher
in October when The Major BBS will support SuperSerial
Technology (SST) intelligent multiport boards by Equinox
Systems, Inc.  Early tests have demonstrated 128 simultaneous
file transfers at 38,400 bps and 104 simultaneous transfers at
57,600 bps -- with no degradation in performance.  All
transfers were handled on a single Pentium machine.  And The
Major BBS is now the first commercial online service platform
to support 230K speeds.

FULL SUITE OF RIPSCRIP MENUS provides your users with
hot-looking, mouse-driven menus -- all automatically generated
with auto-detect of RIP support at connect time.  The RIPaint
add-on option is available as an integrated DLL to let you
create your own customized screens.

NEW POLLS AND QUESTIONNAIRES with intelligent branching,
auto-tallying, user account hooks, and the ability to grant
access keys, online time, and files after a poll is taken.
Polls can be created online.

28.8K MODEM SUPPORT lets you lock ports at up to 57.6K.  On a
Pentium-class computer you can handle over 64 of these modems.
configure up to 16 channel groups for flexible connectivity.

INTEGRATED QWK MAIL for reading and replying to messages
online.  Callers can download all their Forum and E-mail
package in a single ZIP'd packet. Works with all popular QWK
mail readers.

Additional Features
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Messaging features include file attachments, message quoting,
MHS support, carbon copies, keyword searching, full screen
editor, distribution lists, and more.

The file libraries area brings upload/download capabilities
with support for most major protocols.  Files are listed in
full-screen ANSI with the following search methods:
alphabetical by file name, wildcard specification, most to
least recently added, most to least number of downloads,
boolean keyword search, and new file quickscan.

The multi-user teleconference supports up to 65,535 channels,
one-on-one chat mode, page, whisper, moderators, squelch,
activity scan and transcript format.

Other features include a registry of users, "doors" to a second
computer for running DOS applications, multi-lingual/
multiprotocol architecture, registry of users, and information
center, and more.


Security, Accounting, and Menu Control
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Online security is handled using "locks and keys."  The
"Master" key gives you unlimited access throughout the system: