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BBS Basics Version 2.1 (ASCII Version)
Archive File Name: BBSBA21A.ZIP
Files List: BASICS.ASC
BASICS.DOC
FILE_ID.DIZ
Introduction
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BBS Basics ran originally as separate articles in the first nine issues of the
Pasco BBS Magazine from January 1993 to September 1993. In September of 1993
the articles were combined into an ASCII text file to help the growing number
of people who are becoming aware of what bulletin boards have to offer. That
original file has proved to be quite popular. It can be found on bulletin
boards all over the world for downloading, or as a bulletin for on-line
reading. Selected sections have been run in print magazines as well. It
seemed like there was a need to update BBS Basics on a regular basis and that
is why version 2.0 was created. Much of the original text remains, but
portions have been revised to reflect the rapidly changing BBS world. The new
menu driven format should also make it easier for new users, but an ASCII
version is still available.
There are absolutely no fees for using this program, nor may any compensation
be accepted for the use, or distribution, of this program. This is legally
copyrighted Freeware of which no part may be reprinted without permission.
Bulletin board operators may display BBS Basics on their system, as long as it
remains unaltered.
The Pasco BBS Magazine is a free on-line magazine with bulletin board related
articles, interviews and features. The magazine has been published each month
since January 1993 and is Tampa Bay's oldest free on-line magazine. Those who
wish to read more about bulletin boards, or Sysops interested in getting this
free publication for their boards, can always download the latest issue, and
all back issues, free of charge from the home board, the Board of Trade BBS.
Release History
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9/23/93 - Initial Release of BBS Basics
3/28/94 - BBS Basics v2.0 Released
ASCII file converted to menu driven executable program,
minor revisions including some new definitions
12/30/95 - BBS Basics v2.1 Released
"What is a BBS?" Updated, "Files and Archives" replaced with
"Shareware, Freeware and Public Domain" and "What is a Zip File?"
The Emoticon Dictionary Added, other minor revisions including some
new definitions
Richard Ziegler
Board of Trade BBS
P.O. Box 1853
New Port Richey, FL 34656
(813) 862-4772 (BBS)
FidoNet: 1:3619/10