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For this beginner's BBS Tip let's talk about using the (L)ist command
to pinpoint certain types of bulletins. We've already discussed how the
command LL xx will list the last xx number of messages, etc., but a lot
of what you'll see isn't of interest. That's where the L@ and the L>
commands are helpful. As an example, let's say you're interested in
AMSAT information. Some of these are send to ALL @ AMSAT. To see those
displayed, enter L@ AMSAT (note space!), which means LIST AT AMSAT. But,
there are others addressed as AMSAT @ ALLUS. The word AMSAT is in the
"TO" space, rather than "AT." How do we see those? Simple! Just
enter L> AMSAT which means LIST TO AMSAT. A few more examples. Just
interested in ARRL messages? Enter L@ ARL to get them. How about
those bulletins listing equipment for sale? These are usually addressed
to either SALE or 4SALE. Enter L> SALE or L> 4SALE to see them. Maybe
someone needs something. Try L> WANTED to see those. The reverse of
L> is L< which means LIST FROM. This might be helpful if KC4ZZZ sent out
a bulletin and you want to see it. Enter L< KC4ZZZ and you've got it.
Personal messages? Enter LM for yours, which means (L)ist (M)ine. You
can also use L> (CALLSIGN) or L< (CALLSIGN), but remember you can't
read personal messages unless they're addressed to you, or sent by you.
Formal NTS traffic is important, and you should always see if there's
any you can help deliver. LT which means (L)ist (T)raffic will bring
you a listing of whatever's there. If you are successful in delivering
a piece of traffic, use K (MESSAGENUMBER) to kill it off the bbs so no
one else will attempt a duplicate delivery
Next time we'll start talking about the S command, and refer to one
L command you should avoid! Questions and comments about this series
are welcome.
73... Bill, KB4VOL @ KB4VOL