The Well now offers an internet gateway with ftp, telnet, etc.
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Revised 8 August 1992
The following information files are available by e-mail from the WELL. To receive any of these files in e-mail send a mail message to: support@well.sf.ca.us Include the names of the files you want in the body of the mail message. If you want information about something not listed here send an e-mail message to: support@well.sf.ca.us
If you are wondering about how to open a WELL account here is the short story:
You open a WELL account by logging into our computer and going through the on-line registration program. The WELL costs $15/month plus $2/hour plus any long-distance costs. You can reach us through the Internet without any long-distance charges by using rlogin or telnet to us at: well.sf.ca.us or 192.132.30.2
You can also dial direct to us at 415-332-6106 Or you can reach us through CPN: Inside the 48 contiguous US states you can call 1-800-848-8980 to find out the nearest CPN number, then call that number with your computer and enter WELL at the Host Name: prompt.
If you want to talk to us in person you can call our office at 415-332-4335 9-5 M-F Pacific time.
If you want to know more about The WELL and what goes on here you should ask for the ASCII version of our brochure.
-Matisse Enzer
WELL Customer Support
Filename Description
brochure.text ASCII version of WELL brochure
cancel How to cancel your WELL account
change.username Changing your name on The WELL
diskspace About disk space and deleting files
download.topic How to download an entire topic/conference
edit.files How to create and edit files on The WELL
internet-access How to reach The WELL through Internet
long-distance.text Access alternatives to The WELL
mailrc.help Customizing your e-mail environment
off-system-e-mail Sending mail to people on other systems
rn.cheat-sheet A cheat sheet for USENET's rn program
unix_compress Using UNIX compress on The WELL
upload.e-mail How to upload text into e-mail
usenet Where to find help for USENET on The WELL
Files about connecting to The WELL from outside the 48 contiguos US states
via the CPN system:
Argentina-PTT Mexico-Infonet
Australia-Connect Mexico-PTT
Austria-Euro-Connect Netherlands-Euro-Connect
Austria-PTT Netherlands-PTT
Bahrain-PTT PTT-Connect
Belgium-Euro-Connect Philippines-PTT-Connect
Belgium-PTT-Connect Philippines-World-Connect
CanadianDPAC Saudi-PTT
France-InfoEur Spain-Euro-Connect
Germany-DATEX-P Switzerland-Direct
Italy-Euro-Connect Switzerland-Euro-Connect
Italy-PTT Switzerland-PTT
Japan-PTT Taiwan-PTT
Japan-connect Taiwan-connect
London-direct UK-Connect
Malaysia-PTT X.25-general
Other-country (type in name)
To receive any of these files in e-mail just send the name(s) of the
The IDS World Network is an Online Information Service which provides access to the Internet, the worlds largest network of directly linked computers.
Online we feature many services; in addition to the standard TELNET, FTP, MAIL, FINGER, TALK, etc, users are also given a workspace area to allow file transfer capability, including ZMODEM and XMODEM and other modem transfer protocols to allow users to download files to their local machines.
Special databases and popular Internet resources are made available to the user through menu driven interfaces, providing ease-of-use for the less experienced user. Resources are broken down by category and placed on separate menus. Some of the Internet resources found in the menus include the Library of Congress Card Catalogs, NASA SpaceLink, Wide Area
Information Servers, Weather Service, the latest Earthquake Data, HAM Callsign Lookup Database, Geographic Information Server, and other useful databases.
The IDS World Network also provides access to services such as CompuServe Information Service, Dow Jones News Retreival Service, and DELPHI online information service.
IDS carries the RIME/PC-Relay group of BBS oriented conferences which include topics ranging from Vacataions to Guns, Novell Networks to Unix.We currently carry 60 RIME Conferences. We also have Usenet NEWS online.
Users connecting to IDS can chat with users from all around the world in our global "CB Simulator". IDS hosts weekly CB Conferences as well as daily "impromptu" group chats.
IDS Welcomes users telnetting IN from the Internet as well as dialup users. Internet users are invited to participate in our online forums and other features. Inbound users can reach IDS by telnetting to "ids.net" [155.212.1.2]
The use of IDS's local and RIME message areas is free, as well as the CB Simulator and file transfers with a 1:1 file transfer ratio. However, allother functions require a sponsorship of IDS. Sponsorship rates are listed below:
$10 a month
$50 per half year
$100 per year
Users can pay by mail-in form, or through the use of a VISA/Mastercard number you can sponsor online.
Future Enhancements to IDS (before 4th Quarter 1992):
* Tymnet Access from around the world
* Six (6) player CD-ROM drive with 60,000 public domain
files
* Enhanced online features
* Additional Services
Access Information:
Modem: (401) 884-9002
(401) 884-7564 V.32/Telebit PEP Access
Internet: ids.net [155.212.1.2]
Customer Service: (401) 884-7856 (voice)
For more information, call customer service, or send mail to sysadmin@ids.net SL/IP accounts also available.
LOW COST CONNECTIVITY IS REVOLUTIONIZING COMMUNICATIONS
As we move from the 20th to the 21st century, rapid, reliable
communications via electronic connectivity is a focal point
for maintaining the competitive edge. NETCOM delivers a low
cost connectivity alternative that will fit even the tightest
budget.
NETCOM - THE ONLY CONNECTION YOU NEED
NETCOM can be your gateway to economical communication world
wide. A connection to the NETCOM state-of-the-art network will
deliver connectivity at very affordable prices. NETCOM offers
Internet connections, news feeds, electronic mail, local access
points throughout California, source archives, large discounts
on communication equipment, consulting, and everything you would
expect from a leading communication service provider.
NETCOM DEMONSTRATES QUALITY & RELIABILITY
As the calendar year rolls over to 1992, NETCOM enters its 4th
year as a reliable provider of quality services in the California.
Its customers include; large defense contractors, chip manufacturers, insurance companies, investment companies, and personal accounts. NETCOM has proven to be a communication leader in terms of low cost, high quality and reliable connectivity around the clock, 7 days a week and 365 days a year.
A COMPLETE COMPREHENSIVE SERVICE
Since the very first day of operation, it has been NETCOM'S commitmentto provide not only the highest quality service possible, but serviceat a level that will continue to grow to meet our customers needs.By utilizing state-of-the-art communication equipment, we have been ableto continually improve the quality of service delivered while maintaining low cost connectivity, without connect time charges.
NETCOM will continue to demonstrate its commitment to its
customers by introducing many additional low cost connection
alternatives during the coming months.
NETCOM PROVIDES LOW COST INTERNET CONNECTIVIITY
Until now, it has not been economically feasible for small to
midsize companies to make a direct Internet connection. Traditionalconnections have required large capital expenditures for initial set up fees and large recurring monthly service connection charges. NETCOM provides a low cost connection alternative that allows either a directleased line or a dialup connection for less than $200.00 a month, and a moderate set up fee.
E-MAIL - AN EFFICIENT, ECONOMICAL & ALMOST ESSENTIAL WAY OF
DOING BUSINESS
E-Mail, utilized by millions of users on a daily basis, is a fast
reliable means of communicating almost anywhere in the world. E-Mail is utilized for product support, engineering and general correspondence for large companies as well as the smallest startup. Most E-Mail documents can be delivered across North America in only seconds and around the world in minutes. An inexpensive link to NETCOM provide you and your company with complete global E-Mail service.
USENET - FIXED LOW COST WITH LOCAL ACCESS
USENET is an electronic forum of more than 2000 groups. Information exchange takes place on subjects including: communications,computers, software bug fixes, medical research, law, biology, social issues, and many others. You or your company can receive a full or partial feed from any one of the local access points on the CALNet network. Preconfiguered news software allowing quick and easy installation is available for many versions of Sun OS.
CALNET - NETCOM'S HIGH SPEED DIGITAL NETWORK
CALNet is an advanced high speed digital network that provides inexpensive connectivity in major cities throughout California. CALNet can be utliized to connect branch offices, provide local calling for tele-computing, establish on-demand or direct Internet connections, connections for News, E-Mail, and personal dial-up service. CALNet is owned, operated and maintained by NETCOM, so there are no commercial use restrictions or connect time charges.
Connections to CALNet can be made by any Sun, DEC, NeXT, UNIX,Xenix, MAC, or PC with high speed V.32/V.42bis SLIP connections. (Serial Line Internet Protocal) A connection to CALNet allows you to have your own permanent IP address so others on the Internet can file transfer or telnet to your site.
Serial Line Internet Protocol(SLIP) is a method that can be utilized
to connect your IP network to the Internet and other Networks. A SLIP connection can be established over a standard voice grade phone line with an inexpensive modem. The link is usually established on demand to reduce air time and eliminate the cost associated with dedicated circuits. With this type of connection, your site can receive Internet mail and utilize network facilities such as ftp, telnet and others.
E-MAIL/NEWS FEEDS
One of the more popular services that NETCOM provides is E-Mail and Netnews feeds. You can establish a fast uucp link with our server for quick, reliable delivery of E-Mail and Netnews. When you set up an E-Mail/Netnews feed, the NETCOM staff will assist you in establishing a registered site and domain name. Once registered, anyone on the Internet or USENET will be able to send you mail with a simple user name@company name.com address. Since NETCOM is a backbone site and a major Internet site, your mail will be processed and delivered instantly. There is no connect time or additional charges for this type of account, just one fixed monthly fee.
PERSONAL DIALUP ACCOUNT WITH SHELL
Personal accounts are available for engineers, researchers, students, and others. Many people have access to Unix accounts at their place of employment or school. A personal account at Netcom will provide a private and reliable home base for E-Mail, storage of source code and other personal data. All shell accounts get a choice of csh, tcsh, ksh,sh,bash, or a custom menu driven shell. With a personal account you can expect 24 hour access to E-Mail, Netnews, Internet access (ftp, telnet, irc), compilers, games, text processing tools, editors, file transfer utilities (u/x/y/z/-modem, kermit), spreadsheets, multiuser chat, and much more.
NETWORK CONNECTIONS (MONTHLY SERVICE FEES)
** All network connections include News/mail/domain service.
A leased line provides your company with a dedicated link to CALNet and Internet access for a low, fixed monthly fee. (One time set up fee of $750.00 required.)
Personal SLIP (9600/1440)...............................$35.00
*All accounts are subject to a one time set up fee.
ACCOUNT REGISTRATION
There are several ways to establish your connection. If you are
considering an Internet connection or a News/Mail feed, please contact one of our account representatives by phone. Your representative will be happy to discuss connection alternatives, equipment lease or purchases and network planning.
If you are considering a personal account, you can register over the
voice line or via the guest account. The guest account will not allow shell access, however, it will provide you with a menu driven environment that will allow you to register online. Personal accounts can be activated within 4 business hours if they are prepaid with VISA or MASTERCARD.
To access the guest account, make sure that your communication settings are 8-1-N and use VT100 for a terminal emulator. After you connect, log in as "guest". Remember, you must use lower case letters and you will not be asked for a password. You can also log in via telnet by using netcom.netcom.com or an IP address of 192.100.81.100. The following are a few of the local access 1200/2400/9600 V.32/V.42 numbers:
Los Angeles, Inglewood, Beverly Hills, El Segundo, Santa Monica,
Manhattan Beach, Van Nuys and Culver City...........(310) 842-8835
San Francisco, Berkeley, Oakland, Albany, Richmond, Alameda,
Piedmont, Belvedere, Orinda, Moraga, San Pablo, Lafayette,
Emeryville and Brisbane.............................(510) 865-9004
San Jose, Campbell, Almaden, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Saratoga,
Sunnyvale, Santa Clara and Milpitas.................(408) 241-9760
Stanford, Mountain View, Los Altos, Menlo Park, Palo Alto,
and Redwood City....................................(415) 434-0121
Pleasanton, Fremont, Hayward, Livermore, Bishop, San Ramon,
Dublin, Newark, Danville, Sunol and Bishop Ranch....(510) 426-6860
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley ..........................(408) 459-9851
