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SYSOP.DOC
INFORMATION FOR SYSOPS ABOUT THE PASCO BBS MAGAZINE
INTRODUCTION
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Being a Sysop myself, I know how hard it is to keep coming up with different
things for callers. Having varied sources of information is one thing that
will make people keep coming back to your board. The Pasco BBS Magazine is
one of the easiest ways to have new information each month, and it is
definitely one of the cheaper sources. It also makes for a nice file
directory that does not take up much room on your hard drive. This file
contains information for Sysops who are interested in the Pasco BBS Magazine.
We hope to hear from you.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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The Pasco BBS Magazine is an electronic magazine which has been distributed
free of charge every month since January 1993. There are absolutely no fees
associated with displaying the magazine, perhaps with the possible exception
of placing the call to get the current issue. It is the intention to always
be a free, not for profit, publication. We would like to see as many bulletin
boards and on-line services as possible carrying the Pasco BBS Magazine.
Sysops are encouraged to put the magazine on their board, not only as a
available download, but for on-line viewing as a bulletin or a door. Sysops
also are encouraged to create a separate file directory for the Pasco BBS
Magazine, which would include all issues of the magazine and the occasional
support files as well. Information is a primary reason why people call
bulletin boards, so why not make this popular publication available to your
callers?
MAGAZINE AVAILABILITY
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The Pasco BBS Magazine is released on, or before, the 22nd of each month. The
file is made available on the Board of Trade BBS through the normal
downloading procedures and uploaded to Software Creations BBS. We have no
control over the actual posting date on Software Creations, which can take
several days after actual uploading, so if you wish to receive the magazine
early contact the Board of Trade BBS.
Sysops may also pick up the latest issue each month by requesting the file
under the magic file name PBM. A monthly event could be set-up to call the
Board of Trade BBS to pick up the magazine. If the event is scheduled for
after 12:01 am on the 23rd of the month, the current issue will be available.
We are no longer uploading the magazine all over the world to different
boards, or maintaining a list of Official Distribution Sites. It got to the
point where it was too difficult to keep track of which systems where actually
carrying the magazine. It is felt that a call once a month, without any other
associated fees, is not too much to ask of a Sysop who wishes to carry the
magazine for their callers. It is actually one of the least expensive
services offered to BBS operators.
PASCO BBS MAGAZINE SYSOP PACKAGE
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Sysops who carry, or who are interested in carrying, the Pasco BBS Magazine
should download the Pasco BBS Magazine Sysop Package from the home BBS. This
file includes an informational bulletin and colorful screens for bulletin
board use. The current file name for this package is PBMSYS01.ZIP.
AD INFORMATION
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Sysops who help with the magazine in some way may be rewarded with ads in the
magazine. Those who write articles for the magazine will be given
preferential treatment on ads. Those who call the home board religiously and
download the latest issue will probably see their ad in the magazine more
frequently. This offer was originally intended for long-distance systems,
because they are bringing the magazine into new areas, but considerations will
made for local boards as well. Sysops who carry the magazine are encouraged
to upload an ad to the Board of Trade BBS for possible inclusion in the
magazine. We try to be fair about which ads run in the magazine each month,
and will try to run every uploaded ad at least once.
Advertising space is limited, so the editor makes all determinations on which
and when ads will run. Please make sure your ad is in good taste, as this is
a "family" magazine. Ads should be forwarded to the Board of Trade BBS. It
is preferred that ads for the magazine not exceed 23 lines. The Pasco BBS
Magazine cannot be held responsible for information contained within ads. All
ads remain the property of their owners.
There is no paid advertising available at this time. The best way to insure
that your ad will appear in the magazine file is to help with the magazine in
some way. Writing an article may be the best way to guarantee your board is
advertised in the magazine.
CONTACT INFORMATION
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Comments, questions, suggestions and submissions can be left, or uploaded, on
the BBS number below or mailed to the address listed.
Board of Trade BBS Board of Trade BBS
(813) 862-4772 P.O. Box 1853
12/24/48/96/144/28800 baud New Port Richey, FL 34656
Free Access 24 hours a day
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