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An introduction to...
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"There's a frood who really knows where his towel is"
(A small presentation of USG-Net)
Version 1.5, release 1
Updated: 19.5.95
--==>> What is USG-Net? <<==--
USG-Net is a network aimed at development of standards, specifications
and software. This means that USG-Net will provide a good base for
software developers, development of new standards and other
development-related issues. USG-Net is a net dedicated to computers,
and the people who work with them. This means that the net will not
carry any off-topic echos, concerning for example politics or religion.
--==>> What type of network is USG-Net? <<==--
USG-Net makes use of the Fido(tm) technology, therefore it is a 'FTN'
(Fido Technology Network). To join USG-Net, your software has to
support at least the technical matters described in the current
revisions of the 'FTS' (FidoNet Technical Standard) documents as
supplied by the 'FSC' (FidoNet Standards Commitee). Your software
should also be able to distribute files using a TICK-compatible
fileprocessor.
--==>> Why USG-Net? <<==--
Why was USG-Net started? Well, it began with the birth of the file
description standard invented by the Users Standards Group. At first,
USG discussed the development of the standard through netmail, but this
didn't allow members to discuss every small idea between themselves,
which made the development slow and cumbersome. This led to the
proposal of starting our own echomail area, and FidoNet was suggested as
the net to use. However, after several attempts at setting up a FidoNet
area, the suggestion of setting up our own net surfaced. While still
attempting a FidoNet solution, Micke Persson began research on WHY a
USG-Net would be a better solution. The members of USG then voted on a
FidoNet echo or our own net, USG-Net, and the voters chose USG-Net for
reasons I will explain below.
--==>> Why start another net? <<==--
Why didn't we go for an existing net, like FidoNet for our echo? Well,
since most of the members knew FidoNet to be rather slow and cumbersome,
we agreed not to use FidoNet. We wanted the echomail to be fast, not
taking over a week to reach the majority of the readers. For
developers, this means that delaytimes will be as small as possible.
--==>> Why not use an existing net? <<==--
Then why not use other existing nets? Most other nets are somewhat
limited, AmigaNet for example, is mainly for Amiga users. Of course,
there are nets that could have been used, but they are somewhat
anonymous and tend to be as slow (or slower) than FidoNet. This wasn't
what we were looking for either.
--==>> What are the main goals for USG-Net? <<==--
USG-Net will be a net fully dedicated to COMPUTERS. USG-Net will also
be directed towards development of programs and specifications, as well
as discussions regarding computers, hardware and software. USG-Net
should also be the perfect "playground" for betatesting software, with
quick responses from betatesters. USG-Net will probably also aim a
little higher regarding computer-knowledge. Quality, not quantity.
--==>> Who will benefit from USG-Net? <<==--
For example, developers will benefit by having a betatesting echo where
the responses are significantly faster than what other nets provide.
Also, developers are given the opportunity to coordinate with other
developers, as well as share experiences, tips and hints.
--==>> How do I become a part of UGSNet? <<==--
To become a node in USG-Net, fill out the form appended at the end of
this document, and send it to your nearest USG-Net administrator.
Ability to receive crashmail during 24hours per day is a small basic
concept your system has to support to get a node number. If you can't
fulfil this criteria, the only way to join USG-Net is to become a point
under an existing node. In that case, you might want to contact your
nearest HUB or HOST, to see where the nearest node is located.
--==>> Who should I contact? <<==--
USG-Net Main Administrators:
RC SWEDEN 8:10/1 Disaster Team's BBS +46-418-36999 (2:200/430@fidonet)
Host West 8:101/1 Wedlock +46-35-186514 (2:203/807@fidonet)
Host East 8:102/1 The Beast 2 +46-171-67673 (2:206/115@fidonet)
RC NORWAY 8:11/1 Alpha Centauri +47-31-288542 (39:220/1@amiganet)
From anyone of these, you can FILEREQUEST the latest nodelist, by using
the magic name "USGNODES", and in the nodelist you can find your nearest
node or administrator (RC/HOST/HUB) to contact for more information.
You can also get the latest version of any textfile concerning USG-Net,
(such as rules and specifications) from any node in the nodelist.
--==>> USG-Net Entry Form <<==--
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USG-Net Entry Form Version 1.2 (2.4.95)
BBS name :
Sysops name :
Location :
BBS telephone number :
Modem speed and type :
Crashmail accepted :
Filerequests accepted :
FidoNet address :
BBS software used : Version :
Mailer software used : Version :
Tosser software used : Version :
Sysops postal address :
:
:
:
Country :
Voice phone, daytime :
Voice phone, evening :
All members in USG-Net agrees to follow all current rules and all new
rules posted by their RC (Region Coordinator).
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