Q: There are many Gopher servers. Does it matter which one I choose to begin my search with?
A: Unlike Web servers, Gopher servers are arranged in a hierarchical system. When addressed, they all turn to the main server at the University of Minnesota. Therefore, no matter where you start your search or where you open Veronica - you'll get similar results.
Q: Sometimes when I try to connect to a Gopher server, I receive a message that states "Too many connections. Try again soon". What does this mean?
A: It usually means that the server is too busy and that you need to try again later.
Q: The Web lets me enter personal information such as my E-Mail address and credit card number. Can I do this in Gopherspace as well?
A: No. In Gopherspace the user cannot enter any personal information.
Q: I find Gopher very useful. How can I get information about new Gopher servers and sites?
A: All you have to do is subscribe yourself to gopherJewels@einet.net .
Q: I'd like to browse Gopher using software other than Netscape. Where can I get such software?
A: There are many sites that provide you with Gopher software.
One of the best is Minnesota University's FTP site at rtmf.mit.edu .
Use the following path: /pub/usenet/news.answers/gopher-faq .
