ECHOLIST
                       The Echomail Conference List
                                 ECHO LIST

1 November 2000                                              ELIST011.TXT

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                            ECHOLIST
                          MASTER REPORT

    The Echolist
    =================

    The EchoList, or Elist, is published at the beginning of
    each month and is a listing of EchoMail Conferences as
    described and submitted by each conference's moderator.

    It provides a place for Moderators to advertise their
    conferences, both to people who would like to participate,
    and to those who route echo traffic.  It is also a reference
    for distribution systems wishing to contact the Moderator of
    an echo, or wishing information about an echo's topics.
    Elist entries include topic, distribution and contact
    information.  Procedural or internal echo operational matters
    will normally be put in the rules file for an echo.

    The Echolist carries echo listings from various Networks
    and distribution systems, including all Zones of Fidonet,
    and all such listings are welcomed.

10TH_AMD
    10th Amendment Echo
         10th Amendment issues echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Roy J. Tellason, 1:270/615, roy.j.tellason%[email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Sep-2000 by Roy J. Tellason, 1:261/1551, roy.j.tellason%[email protected] (Roy J. Tellason)

12_STEPS
    ************  RECOVERY FOR "ALL" 12 STEPPERS  *********
          --------------------------------------------------------------
         For 12 steps users involved in RECOVERY from various addictions.
         An echo designed for the sharing of EXPERIENCE, STRENGTH
         and HOPE for those practicing the 12 steps recovery program,
         as it applies in their current on-going processes of personal
         growth. A meeting place of all 12 steps members, whatever
         fellowships they belong to;  the COMMON BOND IS OUR USE
         OF THE PROGRAM. Former moderators: Edward S., Marie W.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Montreal, Canada                  Group:
    Distribution: Everywhere
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   UPD,
                  Jacques Montagne, 1:167/133
                  Jacques Montagne, [email protected]
    Last changed: 31-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

14_CHAT
    Region 14 Member Chat Echo
          The companion to the 14_REC echo. All users of BBSs in
         Region 14 are encouraged to use this echo. Nothing official
         here, just for conversation between users. No flames, AKA's
         are permitted if you really feel the need to, and try not
         to have any robot postings in there, okay? :-)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Deep Space 417, 1:286/1701        Group:
    Distribution: Any distribution system that services Region 14 nodes.
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 21/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: /MEM
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 1:14/0, [email protected]
    Last changed: 12-Jul-2000 by Ray. Brown, 1:286/1701

14_RC
    Region 14 Admin Echo
          A forum for communication about region 14 matters and for
         place to talk with the region 14 regional coordinator.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:14/0                            Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Michael McCabe, 1:297/11
                  Jeff Smith, 1:282/1031, [email protected]
    Last changed: 26-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

14_REC
    Region 14 Echomail Coordinators And SysOps
          The tagname's misleading - 14_REC is open to all SysOps
         and Co-SysOps within Region 14 (user chat is available in
         14_CHAT), and exists primarily to provide access to the
         RC and REC. This echo is the forum for administrative business
         within the Region, and every Net is strongly encouraged
         to read / carry / participate in it. If you snooze, you
         lose! No flames, real names, and no bogus node numbers please!
         Robot postings from the RC and REC should be expected; robot
         postings from SysOps are subject to RC/REC approval.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Deep Space 417, 1:286/1701        Group:
    Distribution: Any distribution system that services Region 14 nodes.
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 21/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req> <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /MEM /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 1:14/0, [email protected]
    Last changed: 12-Jul-2000 by Ray. Brown, 1:286/1701

1BACKBONE
    The Fidonet Backbone Round Table
          An open forum for all backbone hubs to iron out problems
         Status: Active
    Origin:       news.osirusoft.com - 1:103/3      Group: FIDON
    Distribution: fidonews.*, backbone
    Gateways:     news.osirusoft.com, 1:103/3
    Language:
    # Nodes: 2          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /Sysop
    Moderators:   , 1:103/3@fidonet, [email protected], [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:103/301@fidonet, [email protected]

2000
    All about adsl
          For discussion on the adsl
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: you pick it up
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Phil Simpson, 1:229/731, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Phil Simpson <[email protected]>

2600
    "2600" Hackers Conferencen
          Filtered alt.2600 Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7752/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

343_FILES
    Lesser Seattle Opera's file areas conference
          343_Files a conference for providing New Filebone information
         to FidoNet's NET343.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/0                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: Local (Lesser Seattle Opera NET 343 Seattle, WA)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 35/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   John Pengelly, 1:343/92, [email protected]
                  Bob Jones, 1:343/41, [email protected]
                  Dan Updike, 1:343/177
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Moderator's_email_address, 1:261/1551, John Pengelly <[email protected]>

4DOS
    4DOS Echo
          Forum for discussion of the JPSoft family of software,
         including 4DOS, 4OS2, 4NT. This echo is also gated to the
         internet newsgroup comp.os.msdos.4dos
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:342/[email protected]               Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Tom Hall, 1:342/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 17-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Tom Hall <[email protected]>

4SALE18
    4SALE18
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

80XXX
    Assembly language programming (Intel CPUs mainly)
          Assembly language programming discussions. Intel CPUs,
         and related peripherals control through software.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:     *NO* Usenet backbone gating
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 35          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: N/A (posted)
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   James Vahn, 1:346/3, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, James Vahn <[email protected]>

ABLED
    disABLED Users Information Exchange.
          Information, help and support Echo for the Handicapped.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]
                  Bill Jackson, 1:3603/140, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

ABORTION
    Abortion Discussion
          A debate and information echo on the various issues and
         implications related to abortion and adoption.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/45                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 866/mo        Rules: ABORTION.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Gene Thornton,
    Last changed: 30-Jul-2000 by Gene Thornton, 1:387/770.7

ABORTION-DISC
    Abortion Discussions
          Filtered alt.abortion.inequity newsgroups
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ACC-SPORTS
    ACC College Sports
          Filtered alt.sports.college.acc newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

AD&D
    Advanced Dungeons and Dragons/RECFRP
          The AD&D/RECFRP Echo group is for the discussion and actual
         playing of ALL role-playing games. Computer-based games
         are not inclulded. The echo group is also available via
         an Internet mail list
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FIDONET, BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 150          Volume: 608/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Scott Royall, 1:106/[email protected]
                  Kay Shapero, 1:102/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Jul-2000 by Scott Royall, 1:106/357

ADAMS_RIB
    Women's Conference
          Women's Discussions - Christnet_Ladies
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: fmlynet/planet connect
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 88/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ADEPT_SYSOP
    AdeptXBBS Sysop-Only Help and Discussion Group
          This echo is strictly for AdeptXBBS Sysops.  Topics include
         seeking help with original setup and configuration, up-keep
         of the system, news in the AdeptXBBS world, notification
         of new files, and general chat between sysops. Status: Active
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Origin:                           Group:
    Distribution: Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: ADEPT_SYSOP.RU
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gord Hannah, 1:17/23
                  Gord Hannah, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by Gord Hannah, 1:17/23.1

ADHD
    Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders
          A conference for the discussion of children with learning
         disabilities caused by Attention Deficits or Hyperactivity.
         Families of those children as well as professionals are
         invited to participate.  An Electronic Support Group.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ADMIN_PN
    For Discussion of PhileoNet Business
          For Discussion of PhileoNet Business
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Available via NNTP://www.family-bbs.net
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ADOPTEES
    Adoptees Information Exchange
          Help and suggestions for adoptees and birth parents in
         their search. Discussion of legislation affecting adoptees,
         birth parents and adoptive parents. Organizations and agencies
         offering help with the adoptees and birth parents search
         are also discussed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 649/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Lynn Gipson, 1:120/111, [email protected]
    Last changed: 25-Jun-2000 by Lynn), 1:261/1551, [email protected] (Gipson

ADSL
    All about adsl
          For discussion on the adsl
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: you pick it up
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Phil Simpson, 1:229/731, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Phil Simpson <[email protected]>

ADS_ANNOUNCE
    Amiga Distrubution System
          Amiga file release
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Zone 1 Backbone                   Group: ADS
    Distribution: Filebone
    Gateways:     2:480/33
    Language:
    # Nodes: 35          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   , Don Plesky 1:120/[email protected]
    Last changed: 18-Jul-2000 by Don Plesky, 1:120/229

AFIX/2_BETA
    International ALLFIX OS/2 Beta Echo
          International ALLFIX OS/2 Beta Echo Contact the moderator
         for access
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private, restricted
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: AFX2.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

AF_WC_BETA
    International ALLFIX Wildcat Beta Echo
          International ALLFIX Wildcat Beta Echo Contact the moderator
         for access
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Private, restricted
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: AFX!.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

AHL-HOCKEY
    AHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.ahl newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 36/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not dsitributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

AI
    Artificial Intelligence Discussions
          Filtered comp.ai newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 71/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Chris Glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

AIC_FMY
    African Independent Churches
          Discussion of African Independent Churches (AICs), also
         known as African Instituted Churches or African Initiated
         Churches - their theology, history, faith and practice,
         and relation to other Christian bodies
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide, Planet Connect
    Gateways:     To mailing list family.aic
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Eugene Thieszen, 8:7903/10
                  Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

AIDS/ARC
    AIDS/ARC Echo
          Forum for discussion and support of people living with
         HIV/AIDS, their family, friends, and significant others.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet                           Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Hall, 1:342/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 17-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Tom Hall <[email protected]>

AIRGUN
    Airgunners' Information Exchange
          AirGun HQ's Airgun discussion forum
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:273/408                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 backbone, Z2 backbone
    Gateways:     Internet gateway AirGunHQ.com
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 173/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jim Henry , 1:273/408
    Last changed: 26-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected] (Jim Henry)

AIRPLANE_OWNERS
    Airplane Owners Discussions
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup - Discussions on owning airplanes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1659/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp feed - request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ALABAMA
    GENERAL CHAT FOR ALABAMA
          For those that have lived in the state that would like
         to chat about their state. Such subjects: Government, Geographics,
         Economics, History, current events and etc,,,
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/503                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503
                  Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503@Fidonet

ALASKA_CHAT
    Alaska and Yukon Open Topic Chatter
          Yukon/Alaska based open-topic chat echo. Talk to Alaskans
         and Yukoners about Alaska or the Yukon or just chat!  Great
         for tourists, visitors, Northern wannabes or anyone thinking
         about heading north to Alaska or Yukon! All are welcome!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:17/67                           Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steven Horn, 1:17/67
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Steven Horn, 1:17/67

ALL-POLITICS
    ALL POLITICS
          POLITICS UNLIMITED
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/302                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2400/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   BOB SAKOWSKI, 1:170/302
                  STAN HARDGEGREE, 1:170/302
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Bob Sakowski <[email protected]>

ALLFIX_BETA
    International ALLFIX DOS Beta Echo
          International ALLFIX DOS Beta Echo Contact the moderator
         for access
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private, restricted
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: AFXD.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

ALLFIX_ECHO_BETA
    International ALLFIX Echo Beta Echo
          International ALLFIX Echo Beta Echo Contact the moderator
         for access
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private, restricted
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: AFXEB.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

ALLFIX_FILE
    File Announce Conference for ALLFIX Users
          This Conference is dedicated to allfix users who want to
         announce the arrival of files from FDN distributers. This
         provides public information on updates between the Sysops
         that are available for FREQ and where. This echo also provides
         access to the Sysops using Allfix for questions about the
         program which are not available elsewhere. Files that are
         not available via FREQ from distribution systems is not
         allowed. ALLFIX is Copyrighted by Harms Software Engineering
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3830/5                          Group: Fido
    Distribution: Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1300/mo        Rules: FIDO-REQ.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> [Has Rules]
    Notes: Moderator Approval for ANY Gate
    Moderators:   Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5, [email protected]

ALLFIX_HELP
    International ALLFIX Support
          International ALLFIX Support/Help Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: AFX.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

ALLFIX_UNV_BETA
    International ALLFIX Universal Beta Echo
          International ALLFIX Universal Beta Echo Contact the moderator
         for access
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private, restricted
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: AFXU.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

ALLSYSOP
    All sysops newsgroupn
          alt.bbs.allsysop filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 82/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ALT_DOS
    OPENDOS, FREEDOS, and Alternative DOS discussion area
          This Conference is dedicated to: Discussion of the Caldera
         OpenDOS and the FreeDOS operating systems. Posting and discussion
         of experiences, requests for help, posting of code snippets,
         etc are encouraged. Other free DOS variants are welcomed,
         such as DOSLinux. Limit MS-DOS discussion to comparison
         of features, compatibility, etc, with an Alt-DOS.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

AMATEUR_RADIO
    Amateur_radio
          The echo is dedicated to discussion relating to Amateur
         Radio, and it's many facets.  Rules are simple, be nice,
         and NO CB.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:284/99.1                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 200          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Blake Bowers,
    Last changed: 10-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

AMBERNET
    AmberNet Primary Echo for General Discussion
          AmberNet is devoted to business and related topics. The
         Ambernet Echo allows users to engage in general discussions
         about business and other matters.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AMBERNET                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AMBERNET
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AMIGA
    Amiga International Echo.
          The International Amiga Echoconference is intended to foster
         discussion of all models of the Amiga computer system. This
         echo is intended as a source of answers to questions users
         might have about the Amiga, and as a clearing house for
         new information about new Amiga products compatible with
         the Classic Amiga whether they are made by Amiga Inc or
         by third party vendors.  Hands-on reviews of such products
         are encouraged, especially with hard facts and data.  We
         invite everyone who uses the Amiga, or who is interested
         in the Amiga, to participate in this echo through the friendly
         and helpful exchange of information.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:634/383.0                       Group: Fido
    Distribution: Fido; Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 300          Volume: 1520/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Craig Hutchison, 3:634/383, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

AMIGAGAMES
    Amiga Games
          This echo is dedicated to the discussion of gaming.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

AMIGASALE
    Buying and selling of all things Amiga related.
          Buying and selling of all things Amiga related. Just about
         anything is Amiga related. It's a way of life.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:634/383.0                       Group: Fido
    Distribution: Fido; Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Craig Hutchison, 3:634/383, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

AMIGA_PROG
    Programming on/for the Amiga
          Discussion and help on Programming on and for the Amiga
         Computer
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:634/383.0                       Group: Fido
    Distribution: Fido; Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Craig Hutchison, 3:634/383, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

AMIGA_SYSOP
    Amiga sysop talk

         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: fido
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 20/mo        Rules: Amiga_sysop
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: REAL
    Moderators:   , Don Plesky 1:120/[email protected]
    Last changed: 18-Jul-2000 by Don Plesky, 1:120/229

AMY_POINT
    Amiga FidoNet Software
          AMY_POINT is used for general advice on Amiga FidoNet software,
         from point packages to commercial BBS systems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:442/107                         Group:
    Distribution: Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Neil Williams, 2:442/107
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Neil Williams, 2:442/107

AMY_TECH
    Technical help on all things Amiga.
          Technical help on all things Amiga, and otherwise.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:634/383.0                       Group: Fido
    Distribution: Fido; Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Craig Hutchison, 3:634/383, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

AM_4SALE
    Items for Sale
          Items and Services for sale by consumers and/or business
         users.  No illegal items/services may be advertised.  Any
         MLM involvement MUST be included in the body of the message.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_BADS
    BBS Advertisements
          AmberNet encourages it's member boards to advertise their
         systems. ANSI Escape Codes are prohibitied in this echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_BARTER
    Barter and Counter-Trade
          Barter (Trade) is one of the fastest growing areas in the
         economy.  Folks who barter can take excess time, services
         and products and convert them into an alternative currency
         to purchase items from other traders while preserving their
         capital.  From Horse Trader to International Counter Trader,
         all will find value in this echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_BIZADS
    Business Advertising
          Advertisements from Business Owners/Operators Business
         Owners/Operators are encouraged to post advertisements in
         this echo. The following items are prohibited: ANSI Escape
         Codes, Activities and/or products which are classified as
         illegal.  MLM type business's MUST identify the activity
         as MLM in the message body.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_BIZOPS
    Business Opportunites and Offers
          AM_BIZOPS is designed to offer a platform for participants
         to announce  availability of, desire for and general discussions
         about business  opportunities.  ANSI escape codes are prohibited,
         as well as any activity which is illegal.  MLM opportunities
         MUST be clearly  identified as such in the body of the message.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_CAREERS
    Job Announcements/Positions Wanted
          Employers may post Position Open Announcements.  Job Seekers
         may post messages relative to Positions Requested.  All
         MLM activities MUST be indentified as such in body of message
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_DEV
    AmberNet File Announcements
          File Announcements for AmberNet Read-only area.  Restricted
         to members of AmberNet
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_HOMEBIZ
    Home Business and Allied Fields
          A large number of workers are now either running a Home
         Business, or contemplating starting one.  Some come to home
         business because they need the freedom from a 'boss', others
         enter the area due to cut-backs, layoffs and other events
         beyond their control.  This echo gives all involved in,
         interested in and marketing to Home Business users a forum
         for discussion. Offers made which involve MLM must indicate
         the MLM nature in the body of the message.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_SYSOP
    AmberNet Sysop Echo
          AmberNet Sysop's Echo.  Net administration, Q&A and other
         net matters
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req> <Sysops Only>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_WOMBIZ
    AmberNet Women in Business
          Women in Business face unique challenges and opportunities.
         Both women and men in the business world can express their
         views and concerns in this echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

AM_WOMWORK
    Women in the workplace
          Women have unique challenges and oportunity in the work-place.
         Participants can share their views and experiences in this
         echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       AmberNet                          Group: AMBR
    Distribution: AmberNet
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

ANA-MIGHTY-DUCKS
    Anaheim Mighty Ducks NHL Hockey Discussions
          filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.ana-mighty-ducks newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect, request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 1-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ANIMAL_DOC
    Discussion of animals w/ veterinarian participation!
          Animal Health/Training and Your Veterinarian. Discussion
         of animal helath, daily care, behavior and training, in
         a light and open setting.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ANIME
    Japanese Animation Echo
          A conference devoted primarily to the discussion of Japanese
         animation and related topics such as manga, fanfics, fansubtitling,
         etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:167/133                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Audrey Seddon, 1:167/133, [email protected]
    Last changed: 26-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Bobby Queen <[email protected]>

ANIMED
    Animal Medical Discussion Area
          Echo for the discussion of animal sickness, cures, and
         preventative care for all Animals.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:   ANIMED.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

ANNOUNCEMENTS_PN
    Media Reports
          Media Reports
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Phileonet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet nntp://209.217.2.203
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 1-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ANONYMOUS
    Anonymous Posts
          This Echo is a broadcast message area for those who wish
         to post anonymously.  Messages are typically addressed to
         one individual whose address the sender may or may not know.
          Any message may be either plaintext or encrypted.  The
         use of anonymous remailers to post messages is encouraged.
          There is no restrictions on message topics other than nothing
         illegal shall be posted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:306/21
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

ANTHROPOLOGY
    Anthropology Discussions
          Filtered sci.anthropology newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 909/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect, request if desired.
    Moderators:   Chris Glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ANXIETY
    Anxiety Disorders
          Anxiety and panic attacks echo along with problems that
         may lead to them and other problems
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group:
    Distribution: Z1BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:     /ENGLISH
    # Nodes: 45          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Robert Stoner, 1:270/[email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Robert Stoner, 1:270/1000

ANYTHING_GOES
    Open, spirited and friendly discussions
          International Echo without heavy moderation
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2613/404.0                      Group: Fido
    Distribution: World Wide Backbone, NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Barry Bogart, 1:260/432
    Last changed: 5-May-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

APNEA
    Sleep Apnea Support & Discussions
          The Fidonet APNEA echo invites all who suffer with any
         of the forms of Sleep Apnea & their loved ones to participate
         in our discussions -- for friendship, support and shared
         medical info. Because Sleep Apnea -IS- a life-threatening
         illness and support is critical, APNEA will be moderated
         with a very light touch. APNEA is for informational purposes
         only, and should NOT be used as a substitute for consulting
         with your Doctor, Sleep Center, or Respiratory Therapist.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

APOGEE
    Apogee/3D Realms/Pinball Wizards support conference
          This is the support conference for Apogee Software, Ltd,
         3D Realms Entertainment, and Pinball Wizards, shareware's
         best PC games publishers. If you are a fan of Apogee, 3D
         Realms, or Pinball Wizards, then this conference is for
         you. The moderator is a tech support representative for
         all three companies.  Echo is NOT to be gated without moderator
         permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:124/7013                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 25/mo        Rules: APOGEE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bryan Turner, 1:124/7013, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:124/7013, [email protected]

APOGEE_GAMES
    Apogee Games
          alt.games.apogee filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       INTERNET                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 249/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

APPLE
    International Apple II Echo
          "Apple II Forever!"  The International Apple II echo is
         for the discussion of issues pertaining to the use of Apple
         Computer's Apple II series of home computers. All relevant
         topics covering hardware or software are allowed, and reasonable
         for sale posts are permitted.  Please note that Macintosh
         conversation is discouraged, save for within the context
         of the "synergy" between the Macintosh and Apple II, but
         discussion of the Apple I and Apple III is certainly appropriate.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:393/9005                        Group: backb
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

AQUARIUM
    Fishkeeping, fresh and marine tanks
          For all aspects of keeping fish and other aquatic animals,
         in either Fresh water or marine tanks, small to large. Topics
         range from aid in new tank installations to aid for the
         experienced aquarist.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ARCADE_GAMES
    Video Arcade Games Discussions
          Filtered rec.games.video.arcade Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 583/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ARCHERY
    Archery Echo
          Discussions about Archery / alt.archery
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 376/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

AREA51
    Area 51 Discussions / UFOs etc...
          Area 51 UFO discussions / alt.comspiracy.area51
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 263/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ARENA_FOOTBALL
    Arena Football Discussions
          Arena Football Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 44/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed over Satellite feed: If desired please reque
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ARGUS
    Argus Support Echo
          Support echo for RitLab's Argus Mailer for Windows 95 &
         NT.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones, All Zones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

ARIZ-CARDINALS
    Arizona Cardinals Pro Football Discussions
          filtered alt.sports.football.pro.ariz-cardinals Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 136/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ARJ
    ARJ Support Echo
          A general discussion area about the ARJ file compression
         program. Topics include bug reports, usage tips, new release
         announcements, new feature suggestions, and general help.
          Robert Jung, ARJ's author, reads and responds to messages
         in this area.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Bowerman, 1:153/290
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290

ARKANSAS-BSKTBALL
    Secondary Arkansas Basketball
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.sec.arkansas Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ARROWBRIDGE
    ARROWBRIDGE Door Game by Mark Sinclair
          The purpose of this echo is to discuss the ARROWBRIDGE
         door game written by Mark Sinclair. Arrowbridge is based
         on Dungeons and Dragons but is far more detailed in RPG
         oriented play. Discussions include strategies, game features,
         future enhancements, beta development, and third-party support
         programs. Other topical discussions include help and advice
         for new players to the game.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3634/12                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   mark lewis, 1:3634/12
                  mark lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

ARTWARE
    TimEd, NetMgr, WIMM, JAMINFO Support Conference
          TimEd, NetMgr, WIMM and JAMINFO Support Conference.  Participants
         are welcome to discuss self-support for those products and
         any third-party fixes and patches to extend the life of
         the products beyond the year 2000, as well as third-party
         utilities written for these products.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FIDO                              Group: FID1
    Distribution: Backbone(s)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:  ARTWARE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 24-Jul-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

ARTWARE-NEW
    TimEd and NetMgr Support
          TimEd and NetMgr Support Conference.  Participants are
         welcome to discuss self-support for these products and any
         third-party fixes and patches to extend the life of the
         products beyond the year 2000.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FID1
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

ART_BELL
    Anything relating to The Art Bell Talk Radio Show.
          For discussing anything related to Art Bell, Dreamland,
         or any guests that may have appeared on either show.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ASCII_ART
    G-rated ASCII Art Showcase!
          On-line "Art Show" for displaying your ASCII Art creations.
         All art must be appropriate for all ages (G-rated) and it
         must be posted with proper artist attribution left intact.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ASIAN_LINK
    International chat echo - members on 6 continents
          A general chat conference for those interested in topics
         related to Asia and Asian culture.  The echo currently has
         members writing from South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong,
         Singapore, Macao, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Australia,
         Canada, the USA, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, Belgium,
         Russia, Bulgaria, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, the People's
         Republic of China, Luxembourg, Spain, Brazil, India and
         South Africa. The English language is standard on the echo
         but foreign languages are permitted with an English translation.
         Echomail traffic is roughly 50% from North America, 15%
         from Europe, 25% from Asia, 5% from South America and 5%
         from Africa.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ASKACOP
    Askacop
          This is just a precaution after the southern star message
         in the echo, so that Chief Scotty McDork does not hijack
         another echo in his continueing to lend credence to his
         claims of "private law enforcement".  The echo password
         will be turned over to Tom as soon as he re-appears.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: fido
    Distribution: z1-z6, fidospine, backbones, z1b
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Blake Bowers, [email protected]
                  Tom Rightner,
    Last changed: 28-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

ASKACOP2
    Ask Real Law Enforcement Officers Questions -TALK!
          This conference is dedicated to the exchange of information
         between both Publicly Sworn and Private Law Enforcement
         Professionals and the people they serve and protect. Young
         adults and children are especially invited and encouraged
         to participate, along with the general public and Law Enforcement
         Professionals. (Related/relevant cross-posting encouraged)
         This is *NOT* a Propaganda Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:157/427                         Group: Fido
    Distribution: z1-z6 Backbone(s), Z1B, FamilyNet, INTERNATIONAL
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 510/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Scott McQuilkin, 1:157/427, [email protected]
                  open,
    Last changed: 30-Sep-2000 by Scott Charles McQuilkin -Mod, 1:157/427, [email protected]

ASK_A_NURSE
    Ask A Nurse medical information conference.
          Medical and Health questions and answers by nurses and
         general medical discussion.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Kurt Ullman, 1:3603/140, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

ASTRONET
    Astronomy Echo
          Observational Astronomy Echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Mark Kaye, 1:249/109, [email protected]
                  Arnold Gill, 1:153/6.5
                  Bill McCauley, 1:161/42
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Mark Kaye <[email protected]>

ASTRONOMY
    Astronomy Echo
          Astronomical observing and astrophysical discussion echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Mark Kaye, 1:249/109, [email protected]
                  Arnold Gill, 1:153/6.5
                  Bill McCauley, 1:161/42
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Mark Kaye <[email protected]>

ASTRONOMY_FMY
    Astronomy Discussions
          Filtered Usenet Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Familynet/Planet Connect
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 8147/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATARI
    Atari 8-bit Computer Conference
          Discussion Area for Atari 8-bit machines.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Greg Goodwin, [email protected]
    Last changed: 1-Jul-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATARI-8BIT
    Atari 8 Bit discussions
          Filtered comp.sys.atari.8bit newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 778/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Greg Goodwin, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATARI-GAMES
    Atari Games Discussions
          Filtered rec.games.video.atari newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 255/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   greg goodwin, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATARI-JAGUAR
    Atari Jaguar Discussions
          Filtered Internert Newsgroup alt.atari.jaguar.discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group:
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 93/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Greg Goodson, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATARI-ST
    Atari ST Discussions
          Filtered comp.sys.atari.st newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 962/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Greg Goodson, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATARI_ST
    Atari ST, Jaguar, and related discussions
          Discussions of Atari ST and later computers, Lynx and Jaguar
         game machines, and anything else of interest to Atari fans.
         Also check out ST_PROG.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English, others if Englis
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 11/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Troy Cheek, 1:362/708.4, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Troy H. Cheek, 1:362/708.4

ATL-FALCONS
    Atlanta Falcons Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.atl-falcons Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 222/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATLANTA-HAWKS
    NBA Basketball, Atlanta Hawks discussions
          filtered alt.sports.baskeball.nba.atlanta-hawks newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATLANTA_BRAVES
    Atlanta Braves Baseball Discussions
          Atlanta Braves Baseball Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2064/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Please request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ATM
    Amateur Telescope Making
          This conference is for the discussion of all aspects of
         amateur telescope making. Whether you're interested in grinding
         your own mirror, purchasing a mirror and assembling a telescope,
         or even if you're interested in an amateur radio telescope,
         this is the conference for you. We'll also discuss the design
         and construction of CCD cameras, as well as computer control
         systems for telescopes etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:116/35                          Group:
    Distribution: Z1,Z2,Z3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 13/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   John Graves, 1:116/35
    Last changed: 24-Sep-2000 by John & Misty Graves, 1:116/35@fidonet

AUDIO
    Anything Audio
          Audio, sound, acoustics, techniques, recording, processing,
         applications, home stereos, theatres; plus professinal concert/sound
         reinforcement, recording and brodcast, audio's role in the
         emerging medias, help for equipment use, selection... anything
         audio.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:115/776                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     No gating w/o mod's permission.
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Sean Dennis, 1:115/776, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Sean_Dennis, 1:115/776, [email protected]

AUTOMATION-HOME
    Home Automations Discussions
          Filtered alt.home.automation newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

AUTOMOBILE_RACING
    Automobile Racing
          Motorsports results and discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

AUTOMOTIVE
    Automotive Discussion Group, Internationally Distribute
          This is an Automotive Discussion Conference for any subject
         of automotive interest.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: NAB, Z1B, Via Email from 1:10/22 - [email protected]
    Gateways:     NAB, FTP/Email - 1:10/22
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
                  Emeritus - John Pummill,
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

AVIATION
    International AVIATION Echo
          This echo is open to everyone interested in aviation, including
         all types of real, full-sized aircraft flying in the earth's
         atmosphere, as well as products and services relating to
         aviation. Excluded is the discussion of PC-based simulator
         games, radio-controlled models, space travel, and UFOs,
         for which other, more appropriate echoes are available (please
         see rules file).
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:397/6                           Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 912/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/[email protected]
                  Jim Dunmyer, 1:234/2
    Last changed: 29-May-2000 by Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6@fidonet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

AVIATION_FMY
    General Discussions on Aviation
          General Discussions related to Aviation
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 957/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Request if wanted on satellite feed.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

AZ_DIAMONDBACKS
    Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball
          Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 173/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BABYLON5
    Babylon 5 Discussions.
          For the discussion of the TV series Babylon 5, currently
         running on TNT, and related movies and series such as the
         upcoming "Crusade".
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Zone 1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1520/mo        Rules: BABYLON5.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Kay Shapero, 1:102/524
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Kay Shapero, 1:102/524

BACH
    Discussion of J H Bach's Music
          alt.music.j-h-bach gated and filtered internet newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Familynet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 229/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/FTP packets request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BACKBONE
    General backbone issues
           Backbone Distribution Method(s) Discussion This conference
         is for a discussion of current and new methods of distributing
         echomail. Conference Rules are simple: a. Show proper conference
         manners (i.e. no flaming, no off topic discussions) b. All
         are welcome c. The moderator reserves the right to revoke
         access to this echo. The moderator's decision is final.
         Otherwise, just have a good time! Souvestre's sla'ker is
         specifically rejected ECROC APPLIES TO THIS CONFERENCE and
         its distribution
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-APVL
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

BACKBONE_ADMIN
    General backbone issue
           General Echo for use by high traffic administrators. For
         BACKBONE administrative matters. BACKBONE refers to any
         of the many BACKBONES Rules are simple: 1. Subject to FIDONET
         policy 4 (see section 9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were NETMAIL.
         2. Subject-general routing issues. 3. Reasonable behavior
         in the networks. 4. No geographic restrictions on links.
         5. Souvestre's   barfaq does not apply to this conference.

         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: NO GEORGRAPHIC RESTRICTIONS, ADMINISTRATORS ONLY
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 5          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-APVL
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

BADMINTON
    Badminton Discussions
          Badminton Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 133/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite feed - request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BAD_COPS
    Whatcha gonna do when they come for you - Discussion!
          Issues dealt with relate to security matters and law enforcement
         concerns in general, including public laws which are enforced
         on private property by =trained= and qualified private Law
         Enforcers. Also Topical: Professional Process Servers; and
         Access to Motor Vehicle information by Licensed Private
         Investigators.  Also discussed; traffic violations to major
         crimes.  (c5/98)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:157/427                         Group: Fido
    Distribution: z1-z6 Backbone(s), Z1B, INTERNATIONAL, Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 410/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Scott McQuilkin, 1:157/427, [email protected]
                  open,
    Last changed: 30-Sep-2000 by Scott Charles McQuilkin -Mod, 1:157/427, [email protected]

BALT-RAVENS
    Baltimore Ravens Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.baltimore Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 978/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BALTIMORE_ORIOLES
    Baltimore Orioles Baseball
          Baltimore Orioles Baseball
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 664/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BAMA
    Odyssey Fringe Science Research Echo
          An echo dealing with Fringe Science/Fortean subjects. This
         is the official Fringe Science Echo of the Odyssey Fringe
         Science Research Network. News clippings, UFO Sightings,
         FileFixs and File Announcements are announced as well as
         general discussions of Fringe Science Events.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3828/7                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z-1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 500          Volume: 115/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAl
    Moderators:   Roger Nelson, 1:3828/7, [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Roger Nelson, 1:261/1551, [email protected] (Roger Nelson)

BAPTIST
    Baptist Heritage
          Sermons preached by many of the greatest preachers of our
         time. Discussions of the Baptist Heritage.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: [email protected], Planet Connect, FTP
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 62/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BARDROOM
    BardRoom Authors' and Poets' virtual Get-Together
          For authors, poets, playwrights, scribblers, and kindred
         spirits, there's a virtual open house at Pauline's BARDROOM.
         Discussions of the literary arts, the writing life, and
         the composition and uses of oobleck are on topic here, and
         we're always eager to read, critique, and discuss (brief)
         extracts from works-in-progress. Lighthearted general chat
         and banter, but flames, rudeness, and hostility are strictly
         verboten. Politics, religion, and controversial issues may
         be dealt with carefully and with the moderator's approval.
         Co-Moderators: Barb Jernigan, 1:135/907; Rachel Veraa, 1:135/907
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Russ Jernigan, 1:135/907
                  Laurie Campbell, 1:135/907
    Last changed: 6-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

BARTER
    Discussions relative to Barter (Trade)
          Barter is fast becoming a secondary economy.  This echo
         allows participants to discuss the pros and cons of barter
         to turn excess goods and services into usefull services
         or goods for their own use.  This echo is NOT designed as
         posting medium for advertisements for MLM or any other cash
         transaction.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       The Barter Board                  Group: FID1
    Distribution: private
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

BASEBALL
    Generic Baseball Discussions
          Generic Baseball Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 112/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Available via satellite/ftp feed - request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BASIC
    General Basic Programming Conference
          comp.lang.basic.misc - Basic Language Programming Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 275/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BASKETBALL
    Generic Basketball Discussions
          Generic Basketball Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite packets - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BASKETBALL_BIG-EAST
    Big-East College Basketball
          Big East College Basketball
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 59/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: If desired please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BATPOWER
    Batch Language Programming
          This Conference is dedicated to: Batch File programming
         under MS/PC-DOS - all reasonable versions. It is also used
         to talk about DOS enhancement programs (REXX, 4DOS, etc.).
          While DOS is the primary OS, all other BATCH-related topics
         for all OS's are welcomed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FidoNet                           Group: FIDO,
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:     Contact moderator for information
    Language:
    # Nodes: 84          Volume: 65/mo        Rules: BATPOWER.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: /RUL
    Moderators:   Bat Lang, 1:382/92, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected] (Bat Lang)

BBBS.ENGLISH
    The International BBBS Support Echo
          This echo offers support for the multi-platform BBBS BBS
         software, written by Kim Heino. Topics which are on-topic
         include the mailer, BBS, included BBBS utilities (areafix,
         mail tosser, telnet, ftp, etc.) and scripting language.
         Topics also may include discussion of operating systems
         which BBBS supports (OS/2, DOS, Linux, other  *nix operating
         systems, Win95/NT) as far as how they relate to BBBS. 3rd
         party software utilities written for BBBS should be sent
         to Vincent Danen, (1:140/14), and any announcements for
         them or BBBS executibles are only to be posted by Vincent
         Danen or Kim Heino. No signature (SIGs) are to be posted
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: All Zones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Kim Heino, 2:222/2
                  Janis Kracht, 1:2320/38, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

BBS
    BBS Internet Discussions
          alt.bbs filtered newsgroups
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 211/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BBS-SYSOPS
    BBS Sysop's Conference
          Filtered alt.bbs.sysop Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 162/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   charles wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BBSDOORS
    Name Placeholder for Retired Echo
          Name Placeholder for Retired Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/209                        Group: None
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bob Duckworth, 1:2404/209
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

BBSDOOR_DISCUSSION
    The BBS Doorgame and Utility Discussion Echo
          Support echo for both BBS Door authors and players. The
         echo is intended to give door authors and players alike
         a place to come and discuss ideas and problems with doorgames.
         BBS utilities that fall under the category of Doors are
         also welcome and their authors are encouraged to come and
         discuss their products. The promotion of new doors and utilities
         are welcomed and encouraged. Discussion of BBS <--> Internet
         doors and utilities are also welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Z6, FidoSpine
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , Rick Gordon 1:130/612 V
    Last changed: 28-Sep-2000 by Rick Gordon, 1:130/612@fidonet

BBSLAW
    BBS Legal Issues
         Discussions about BBS Law, Sysop Liability, User Privileges,
         Privacy, and Copyright
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine, SWPBone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 280          Volume: 260/mo        Rules: BBSLAW.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018

BBSLISTS
    BBS List Discussions
          Filtered alt.bbs.lists Newsgroups
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 199/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   charles wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BBS_ADS
    Advertise your BBS here!  Find a fun new BBS to call!
          Welcome to the BBS Advertising Conference!  This is the
         place to tell everyone what makes *your* system special
         and different. It's also the right echo to find a new and
         exciting BBS! *ONLY* messages advertising BBSs and messages
         from users who want to find them are allowed.  No other
         messages are permitted -- including those about software,
         hardware, games or networks. Standard ANSI & ASCII graphics
         are allowed.  Please limit your advertisments to (1) message
         per week, unless they are different.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 608/mo        Rules: BBS_ADS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

BBS_CARNIVAL
    BBS Software Discussion
          BBS_Carnival is a friendly echo dedicated to the discussion
         BBSing software.  Topics include BBS's,mailers,tossers,y2k,and
         more. If you are into bbsing and want to learn about other
         software and your options, this is the echo.  Do you want
         to share your knowledge with other sysops?  Then areafix
         BBS_Carnival today. Sysops and users welcome. Trustee &
         Updater:  Xrobot 1:2410/351
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Sean Dennis, 1:115/776
    Last changed: 28-Sep-2000 by XRobot 4.10 (DOS), 1:2410/351@fidonet

BBS_DOORS
    Discussion of all types of BBS Doors & Distrib Sites
          This echo is open to everyone for total discussion of all
         types of BBS Doors and utility programs and also their distribution
         sites. Mainly for sysops, prospective sysops, authors and
         supporting sites to discuss, locate and obtain help for
         all types of BBS doors and utilities and not limited to
         any one type of BBS software. Companion echo to BBSDOORS.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/209                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Duckworth, 1:2404/209
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200

BBS_INTERNET
    DOS/Win/OS2/Unix BBS<->Internet x-Platform Apps (Sysops
          General discussion of cross-platform BBS<->Internet applications
         and related topics for SysOps Only. All others, read-only,
         please.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 800          Volume: 43/mo        Rules: BBS_INTE.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

BBS_NEWS
    BBS Announcements / Discussions
          A place to advertise your BBS - International in scope.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: [email protected],PC,ftp://ftp.fmlynet.org
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 14/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BBS_PROMOTION
    The BBS Promotion "Team" Join Us!
          A new way to promote bbs's without the control of an association
         or bod Sysops & Users are welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3603/140                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Ed Koon, 1:3603/140
                  Tom Lebens, 1:202/801
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

BEATLES
    Beatles Discussion Conference
          A `fab' forum for the discussion of anything and everything
         to do with the Fab Four (John, Paul, George and Ringo) including
         their careers, music, recordings, films, concerts, business
         ventures, musical and business associates, families, solo
         careers, any other projects, and their influence on modern
         pop culture.  In short, literally anything and everything
         related to the Beatles!  This conference will appeal to
         everyone from casual fans to long time Beatlemaniacs.  Come
         join in! A splendid time is guaranteed for all!  :-)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       The Eclectic Lab BBS, 1:153/8     Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Martin Ridgley, 1:153/[email protected])
    Last changed: 11-May-2000 by Martin Ridgley, 1:153/831
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

BEEMAIL
    BeeMail GUI Mailer for Windows
          Discussion of the GUI mailer Beemail for Win3.x and Win
         9x. Bi-directional gateway discussions of the BEEMAIL Mailing
         List that is gated at The Ready Room CBIS is also welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3830/5                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1, Z2, Z3, Z4, Z5, Z6, WWB, FidoSpine, NAB
    Gateways:     Zone 111 via 1:3830/5<=>111:111/1 (
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules: BEEMAIL.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /MOD /RUL
    Moderators:   Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by [email protected]

BEOS
    Be Incorporated's BeOS Operating System Discussion/Supp
          This conference serves as a support/discussion forum for
         Be Incorporated's "up and coming" BeOS operating system,
         for Intel- and PowerPC-based computers.  The Personal Edition
         is available as a free download from www.be.com, with a
         plethora of free software and shareware available at www.bebits.com.
          The commercial Pro Edition is also topical, of course,
         and the current release for all platforms is version 5.01.
          Note:  OS comparison is acceptable; OS flamewars are not.
          Echo is not to be gated without moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB (Z1B will happen soon)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Eric Vinson, 1:140/80
                  Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

BFDS_MAIL
    Batch File Distribution System, Coordination
          This conference is devoted to the sysops, authors, and
         others involved in the coordination of the Batch File Distribution
         System, a File Distribution Network operated as an adjunct
         to the International BATPOWER conference.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:270/720                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:     Contact moderator for information
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Douglas Myers, 1:270/720, [email protected]
                  Bat Lang, 1:382/1201
    Last changed: 25-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

BGFAX
    BGFAX Support Echo
          BGFAX can receive faxes with your FidoNet mailer software,
         and can also send faxes from the command line. BGFAX is
         available for DESC DOS, OS/2, and Win32.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Knowles, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

BIBLE
    International Bible Conference
          Strictly Bible oriented conversations. Primarily for Fundamental
         Bible believers. Conference Guidelines are strictly enforced.
         FAMILYNET International Conference. Available on PC through
         FamilyNet feed only. Available via [email protected]
         Internet List server.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       8:8/0                             Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:270/101 8:8/0 8:8/2000
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887 115/887<>1
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 88/mo        Rules: BIBLE.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: Very tightly Moderated
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIBLE-STUDY
    Biblical Studies
          This echo provides a forum for Biblical Studies and discussion.
         Resource materials and study aids to Biblical Studies as
         well as discussion on Bible texts are allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rick Gordon, 1:130/612
    Last changed: 28-Sep-2000 by Rick Gordon, 1:130/612@fidonet

BIBLE18
    Region 18 Bible Discussion
          This conference is for the discussion of the Bible for
         users in Fidonet Region 18.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:116/35                          Group:
    Distribution: Region 18
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 8/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   John Graves, 1:116/35
    Last changed: 24-Sep-2000 by John & Misty Graves, 1:116/35@fidonet

BIBLE_NEWS
    Bible News
          News of Interest to Bible Believing Christians. READ ONLY
         - Discussion _NOT_ allowed! Available via [email protected]
         Internet List server.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       8:8/0                             Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 39/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Read Only>
    Notes: Read Only!!!!
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIBLE_SA
    Bible discussions
          Discussions about the Bible. The widest range of biblical
         topics is allowed. Study, interpretation, history etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet South Africa            Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 7          Volume: 63/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIBLE_STUDY
    Filtered Internet Newsgroup / Bible Study
          The purpose of this area is to provide a vehicle for the
         concentrated and singlar study of a particular topic by
         all participants.  TOPIC:  The topic is determined by the
         Moderator and announced periodically.  All posts must be
         relative to the announced topic.  Discussions of general
         interest (even on Bible topics) are *NOT* acceptable! The
         only topic of discussion here is the topic announced by
         the Moderator!!!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Planet_Connect FMY_BBone Internet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 36/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIG-10_COLLEGE_SPORT
    Big-10 College Sports discussions
          Filtered  alt.sports.college.big-10 newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob.hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIG-8_COLLEGE_SPORTS
    Big 8 College Sports discussions.
          Filtered alt.sports.college.big-8 newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp packets request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, 8:8/0
    Last changed: 3-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIG5-BASKETBALL
    Big 5 College Basketball Discussions
          filtered alt.sports.basketball.big-5 newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group:
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIG8-BASKETBALL
    Big 8 Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.big8 newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIG8-KANSAS
    BIG8 Kansas Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.big8.kansas Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 6/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Reuqest if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIKE-N-RIDER
    Motorcycle Riders, Bike Safety and Riding
          This conference will be a relaxed forum for discussion
         of all motorcyles and their riders.  Touring, trips, safety,
         tech tips, general discussions, and favorite rides.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:17/23.0                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:     ENGLISH
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gord Hannah, 1:17/[email protected]
    Last changed: 4-Sep-2000 by Gord Hannah, 1:17/23.1

BILLIARDS
    Billiards discussions
          Billiards Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3008/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BINKD
    The ubiquitous BinkD TCP/IP FTN mailer and the binkp pr
          A conference dedicated to the ubiquitous BinkD mailer in
         its various incarnations for several unices, OS/2, Win 95/98/NT,
         Amiga and DOS. Includes technical help. Allowed topics are
         also discussions about the binkp protocol, its implementations
         in other software (Argus, BBBS) and the binkd-based fidonet.net
         domain organization.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: WWB, NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Mario Mure', 2:335/533, [email protected]
                  Matt Bedynek, 1:106/2, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

BINKLEY
    BinkleyTerm Mailer Echo
          A conference for the discussion of the BinkleyTerm Front
         End.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:106/2000                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bob Juge, 1:106/2000
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

BIRD-WATCHING
    Bird Watching Discussions
          Filtered rec.birds newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1119/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BIRDING
    Birdwatching
          This echo is for all bird devotees, from the casual backyard
         feeder sightings, behavior, trip tales, evaluating gear
         and guide books, local gardens, and the related ecology
         and biology of these lovely animals.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

BIRD_WATCHING
    Bird Watchers exchange
          This echo is a forum for discussions about birds as a hobby,
         and about birds and nature anywhere in the world.  It is
         a family echo.  Although most people currently posting are
         adults, children are also encouraged to write.  The environment
         is friendly and relaxed.  Political discussions and flaming
         are not allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       CFN                               Group: CFN
    Distribution: CFN, MJCN, & PhileoNet
    Gateways:     CFN
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules: BIRDS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Harold Robbins, 12:3000/9
                  Harold Robbins, 12:3000/9
    Last changed: 4-Jul-2000 by CFN Echo Control, 1:382/22@FIDONET

BIZINESS
    Business Echo
          A place to discuss starting / operating a business. Users
         are encourgaed to not only discuss business, but to offer
         helpful suggestions to those other members of the echo.
         While overt advertising is considered off-topic, a reasonable
         discussion of one's business and how it may be of benefit
         to other users is encouraged.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FID1
    Distribution: various
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

BLINDTLK
    Blindness-related topics and discussions
          Discussion of topics of interest to visually impaired persons,
         our friends and relatives and anyone else who is interested.
         Possible topics include, but are not limited to, computers
         and adaptive access technology, Braille, cane travel, Guide
         Dogs, alternative techniques of  blindness, etc.  This Echo
         is intended to promote the positive philosophy of blindness
         developed and promoted by the National Federation of the
         Blind. You can also now reach Blind Talk and NFB NET by
         using a Telnet client via the Internet and Telneting to
         "nfbnet.org"
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:282/1045                        Group:
    Distribution: Zone-1 Backbone from 1:282/1045
    Gateways:     Internet Mailing LIst via (nfbnet.o
    Language:
    # Nodes: 250          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Andrews, 1:282/1045
                  David Andrews, [email protected]
                  David Andrews, [email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by David Andrews, 1:282/1045

BLINKTALK
    Visual Disabilities Echo
          BlinkTalk is the original Fidonet echo for subjects of
         interest to blind and visually impaired individuals.  It
         is associated with no formal blindness organization and
         thus expounds no particular philosophy towards blindness,
         or much of anything for that matter! Topics include speech
         synthesis and other adaptive computer screen reading devices,
         braille and its availability, mobility techniques such as
         guide dog and white cane use, daily living tips and tricks
         and general support.  Above all else though, BlinkTalk is
         a place where we share friendship, it just so happens that
         many of us are visually disabled! Should you have any questions
         concerning the echo please netmail the moderator at his
         Fidonet address.  Do consider joining us in BlinkTalk though,
         for you'll be glad you did!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone  1:129/89  [email protected]
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 300          Volume: 216/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   William Wilson, 1:129/89
                  William Wilson, [email protected]
                  Stu Turk, 1:129/26
    Last changed: 10-Jul-2000 by William Wilson, 1:129/89

BLUEWAVE
    BlueWave Support Conference
          This is the Blue Wave Support Conference (BLUEWAVE), devoted
         to discussions about, and support of, the Blue Wave offline
         mail system and related products. We like to think of it
         as the electronic version of a users group", a place people
         can gather to discuss their experiences (and problems) with
         Blue Wave and related products.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FIDOnet                           Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: BLUEWAVE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Steve Stacher, 2:443/888, [email protected]
                  Gary Gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

BNU
    BNU Help and Discussion Echo
          This conference is dedicated to assisting users with the
         fossil driver known as BNU written by author David Nugent,
         who frequent's this echo occasionally All help is given
         by those with experience in the use of the fossil, and is
         not to be considered as an author support echo. There are
         no guarantees that advice given will work, and is only worth
         the price paid for it. The latest full release is BNU v1.70.
         The last unsupported public beta is BNU v1.89h.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: BNU.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Honorary Moderator - David Nugent,
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12.1

BOOKEM
    Book 'Em - Juveniles and the Law
          This echo is primarily a compilation of information about
         incidents involving juveniles and the law, in the U.S. and
         elsewhere. Discussion of specific incidents, ideas for dealing
         with juvenile crime, information about effective programs,
         or questions about the juvenile system are encouraged. May
         (and often does) include discussion with in-custody minors,
         law enforcement, and victims of juvenile crime.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 7          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

BOOKS
    Arts, literature and theatre
          For discussing and reviewing books and literature, including
         wider topics such as literature and society, writing, publishing
         etc It may also be used for discussing the arts generally,
         including painting, sculpture, film, the theatre, etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Familynet South Africa            Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.books
    Language:
    # Nodes: 8          Volume: 12/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BOSTON-BRUINS
    Boston Bruins NHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.boston-bruins Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 473/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not dsirtibuted via Planet COnnect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BOSTON-CELTICS
    Boston Celtics NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.boston-celtics Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 656/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BOSTON_REDSOX
    Boston Redsox Baseball
          Boston Redsox Baseball
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4998/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BOUNCED_MAIL
    Listserv Bounced Mail (FamilyNet)
          This conference will carry all the mail coming back to
         FamilyNet from the listserv. It can be used to check on
         mail flow, and users that have temporary problems (ie mailbox
         full, config problems) and those that have disappeared.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 661/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Brobocop, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BRANSON
    Branson, Mo. information
          General help, information and announcements about Branson,
         Missouri and the Ozarks area. Moving here ?  Planning a
         vacation ?   This echo will put you in touch with the Local
         Branson area computer users.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael McCabe, 1:1/121
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/121

BRIDGE
    Backbone Mail Movers Echo
          Common Echo For TOP Level Mail Movers in Fidonet Zone One.
         Echo Is For HUBS Belonging To Distribution Systems Such
         As 'The NAB', 'The Z1B' And 'The WWB'. This Can Be Considered
         A Town Hall Or Meeting Place. Mail Movement Issues To Be
         Discussed And Any Statistiscal Information Pertaining To
         Mail Flow. 'We Feed The Masses' This Echo Is Not For Personalities
         Or Politics. Echo Has Restrictions, One Must Be In a Peering
         Arrangement With Other Mail Hubs Or Be A TIER 2 Hub (Z1B),
         RHUB (NAB - Feeds Other Nets Beyond Their Own), WWB Hub
         With Connection To Any ZHUB In NAB Or Z1B.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones.
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req> <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /MEM /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

BRIT_CAR
    British Car Discussion
          British Car Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/200                        Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
                  Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200

BSD_MISC
    Unix BSD Misc Newsgroup
          comp.unix.bsd.misc filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 47/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed vi Satellite/FTP request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BUFF-BILLS
    Buffalo Bills Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.buff-bills Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2383/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet COnnect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BUFFALO-SABRES
    NHL Hockey Team
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.buffalo-sabres newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

BUSINESS
    For Business Discussions
          Business Discussions...how to do business, how to start
         a business, pitfalls in business.  MLM discussions are Off-Topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FID1
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: business.rul
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

C&C
    Command & Conquer echo
          C&C is dedicated to discussing the excellent strategy/war
         game of Command & Conquer, made by Westwood. Anything related
         to Command & Conquer is on-topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: UK Backbone, FidoSpine, All Zones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Graham Print, 2:251/25
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by NWStar, 1:140/1

C-LANGUAGE
    C-Language Programming
          C-Language Programming Conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 6507/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

C-PLUSPLUS
    C++ programming language conference
          comp.lang.c++ - C++ programming language discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

C2C
    *C/*EC contact conference
          The C2C conference is a Fidonet administrative echo intended
         to facilitate communication between *Cs and *ECs. Access
         is restricted to members of the *C/*EC group.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/290                         Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:     May not be distributed outside of F
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege, 1:2613/404
                  Bob Satti, 1:153/6
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290

CABLE_MODEMS
    CABLE_MODEMS
          Echo for discussion of Cable Modem Technology.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/1200                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Chris Cranford, 1:379/1200
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

CALIFORNIA_ANGELS
    California Angels Baseball
          California Angels Baseball
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 209/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CALLSIGN
    Amateur Radio Callsign Database - Place holder.
          This echo has been discontinued.  For callsign information,
         inquire of the moderator of the HAM echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: NAB, FTP/Email from 1:10/22 - [email protected]
    Gateways:     NAB, FTP/Email - 1:10/22
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

CANPOL
    Canadian Politics
          As the name of the echo suggests, it is devoted to discussion
         of Canadian Politics.  The echo is open to any BBS in Canada
         whether or not it has politics as its main theme.  The purpose
         of the echo is to provide a nation-wide forum in which we
         can discuss a "street level" view of the policies and practices
         of the various political parties, governments and their
         agencies of all levels and other public bodies and how they
         affect our lives.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:250/620                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 - Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 78          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: CANPOL.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael Knight, 1:250/620
    Last changed: 15-Jul-2000 by Michael Knight, 1:250/620

CAN_FREECHAT
    Canada Freechat Echo
          Canada Freechat is a free-for-all general chat echo. While
         we will not permit, any flaming or user-bashing. Any and
         all topics of a non threatenting, non-adult nature are welcomed.
         Why not jump in, and post a message, tell us a little bit
         about and take it from there..
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

CAN_MILITARY
    Canadian Military Conference>
          The Can_Military conference includes topics related to
         the Military and covers people interested in the Military.
         All branches of service. All active duty, retired, reserves,
         dependents, veterans of all wars, disabled veterans and
         civilians inquiring about the military are welcome. Topics
         may include but are not limited to training, duty stations,
         medical and dental care, Veterans Affairs, equipment, pay,
         and base closings. Recent events effecting the Canadian
         Forces are also open for discussion, as is the ongoing restructuring.
         HAS RULES - Minimal Email: [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:249/303                         Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1 BackBone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Joe Delahaye, 1:249/303
    Last changed: 13-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Joe Delahaye <[email protected]>

CAN_SYSLAW
    Legal information for Canadian sysops
          This echo is a place for Canadian sysops to become acquainted
         with the law applicable to the operation of their systems.
          Others are welcome to participate as long as their comments
         remain relevant to the echo's focus. Although discussion
         of how a particular law may affect operation of � a Canadian
         BBS is encouraged, there is NO room in this echo for flaming
         lawmakers or anyone else.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:17/67                           Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Real
    Moderators:   Steven Horn, 1:17/67
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Steven Horn, 1:17/67

CAR-PANTHERS
    Carolina Panthers Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.car-panthers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 377/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CARCINOMA
    Cancer Survivors
          A conference dedicated to the discussion of surviving Cancer.
         Primarily for those currently in treatment or therapy, in
         remission, or family members.  However other interested
         individuals are welcome.  A Electronic Support Group........
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

CAROLINA_GEN
    Carolina Genealogy
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

CBM
    Commodore Computer Conference
          A conference for owners and users of the Commodore 8-bit
         computers (i.e. PET, VIC-20, C-64, C-128 and Plus 4), programs
         and periferals.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/45.128                      Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 216/mo        Rules: cbm.rul
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128
                  Phil Heberer, [email protected]
                  Russell Prater, 1:3608/5
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128

CBM-128
    Commodore-128 discussion
          Forum for the discussion of Commodore-128 hardware and
         software, including CP/M 3.0+
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/45.128                      Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1 & Z3 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 151/mo        Rules: CBM-128.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128
                  Phil Heberer, [email protected]
                  Rod Gasson, 3:801/221
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128

CBM-GEOS
    Commodore-GEOS discussion
          Forum for the discussion of Commodore 8-bit Graphic Environment
         Operating System (GEOS)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/45/128                      Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1 & Z3 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 108/mo        Rules: CBM-GEOS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128
                  Phil Heberer, [email protected]
                  Rod Gasson, 3:801/221
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128

CB_RADIO
    Open CB Radio chatter!
          Open discussion of CB related topics concerning the use
         of CB radio. If you take CB radio seriously, link into this
         echo. For sale items may be posted here, but they must be
         of a CB radio nature.  CB packet radio spoken here.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: NAB, FTP/Email from 1:10/22 - [email protected]
    Gateways:     NAB, FTP/Email - 1:10/22
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: CB_RADIO.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

CCMRADIO
    Christian Music and Radio discussionz
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone/Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules: CCMRADIO.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rob Green, 8:8/2
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CCW_ECHO
    Crime Watch International Echo Conference
          CCW is a conference where users can ask questions, have
         discussions, pass information, etc. as relates to the concepts
         and philosophies of crime prevention and the development
         and formulation of neighborhood crime watch programs. These
         concepts and philosophies are consistent with those espoused
         by law enforcement agencies throughout the U.S., England,
         and Canada, and are those taught by the National Crime Prevention
         Institute, University of Kentucky, Louisville, Ky. Users
         consist of police officers, citizens, crime prevention practitioners,
         or anyone else interested in this topic. The conference
         was developed as an adjunct to local Crime Watch and Crime
         Prevention programs and is designed to function as an independent
         communications network between all community-based, grass
         roots crime prevention programs and crime watch organizations,
         providing an opportunity to exchange ideas and interact
         directly with the people they serve.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jerry Rudoff, 1:135/[email protected]
                  Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

CD-ROM
    CD-ROM general discussions
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup alt.cd-rom
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 587/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect pkts; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CD-ROM_HARDWARE
    CD Rom Hardware Discussions (IBM-PC)
          IBM PC Compatible CD Rom Hardware discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 313/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: If desired on satellite feed, please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CDRECORD
    CD-R: CD-R/CD-RW/DVD Recording Discussion
          General discussion of all types of CD-R technology including
         CD-RW and DVD-R recording, both data and audio. Discussion
         also about recording sources, especially in audio recording
         for quality improvement.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 100          Volume: 13/mo        Rules: CDRECORD.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

CDROM
    CD-ROM Discussions
          A General chatter conference for discussing CD ROM and
         Laser-Optic technology
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/117                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 60          Volume: 216/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Paul Casey, 1:343/117
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Paul Casey, 1:343/100

CDROM_SALE
    CD-ROM For Sale
          An open forum for selling and trading CD ROM products.
         In addition to the normal buying & selling, CDROM_SALE discussion
         includes product reviews, overall market information, legalities,
         opinions from publishers and lots of other neat stuff.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/117                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 60          Volume: 216/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Paul Casey, 1:343/117
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Paul Casey, 1:343/100

CD_ECHO
    The Fidonet CD Echo
          This echo is for the discussion of Compact Discs (CD's)
         of all types of music (and the music contained within the
         CD). Also, for the discussion of CD players and the technical
         side of making CD's.  This echo is also for the discussion
         of Laserdiscs (LD's) and LD players.  Buying, selling and
         trading CDs is not allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone, International
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Chuck Allen, 1:129/41, [email protected]
    Last changed: 12-Aug-2000 by Chuck Allen, 1:129/41

CELLBLK17
    Region 17 restricted echo for R17 NEC's and RHubs
          CELLBLK17 is a restricted-distribution administrative echo,
         connecting the REC17 with all echomail coordinators, hubs,
         and invited guests in Region 17, for posting and discussion
         of policy, feed structures, daily system information, regional
         mail statistics, and other distribution-related matters.
         Also available so that anyone in R17 needing to contact
         REC17 and/or a R17 RHub can do so.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: REGION-17-ONLY
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: CELLBLK1.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   REC17, 1:17/1
                  R17 RHub(s),
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by REC17, 1:17/1

CELLULAR
    CELLULAR
          The echo is dedicated to discussion relating to Cellular,
         Nextel, ESMR, SMR, PAGING, and other advanced forms of Wireless
         communications.  Rules, are BE NICE
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3667/5                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Blake Bowers,
    Last changed: 27-Jul-2000 by Blake Bowers, 1:261/1551, [email protected]

CELTIC-MUSIC
    Celtic Music Discussions
          Filtered alt.music.celtic Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 517/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CFC-NET
    Computers For Christ
          Computers For Christ
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Familynet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Echo has taken messages so echolist updated
    Moderators:   John Burden, 8:76/0
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CFL
    The Canadian Football League echo!
          Everything CFL: the Canadian Football League.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/1701                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:      CFL.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Ed Grinnell, 1:170/1701
    Last changed: 30-Aug-2000 by Imsend 2.50, 1:170/100

CFORSALE
    Commercial for Sale Echo
          Commercial sale ads only, no personal sale items or chit
         chat. All for sale posts must include a business name. CAVEAT
         EMPTOR! Illicit software sales forbidden.  No Guns or Weapons.
          No XXX rated anything. Rules posted on or about the 10th
         and 25th of each month.  Read them.  Echo language is English.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/45                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 866/mo        Rules: CFORSALE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Marc Lewis, 1:396/45
                  Marc Lewis, [email protected]
                  Marc Lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 25-Sep-2000 by Marc Lewis, 1:396/45

CHAOS_LANDING
    A general chat echo with a wry twist.
          This is a free speech, general chat echo Open to all, English
         is the language used. topics are unlimited but keep it clean;
         The rules will be furnished to anyone who requests them
         from the moderator(s); they may be distilled to : Be nice
         Have fun.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3613/1275                       Group:
    Distribution: ZONE 1 BACKBONE, NAB, others
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 25          Volume: 1050/mo        Rules: CHAOS_LANDING.
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Terry Durfee, 1:3613/1275.6
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275

CHAR-HORNETS
    Charlotte Hornets NBA Basketball Discussions
          filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.char-hornets Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 16/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHAT
    CHAT - Discussions on anything of interest.
          A discussion area for any topic you could safely talk about
         around your dinner table. Share your views and experiences
         with others of similar interests. You are invited to visit
         and participate in a friendly atmosphere.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/12                          Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12@fidonet

CHATTER
    Mindless Chatter Conference
          A conference devoted to babbling on and on about utter
         nonsense, for those in the United States, Canada and all
         other parts, known and unknown. People who post serious
         topics, personal messages, BBS ads, or advertising of ANY
         KIND will be verbally chastised by everybody in the whole
         blamed echo.  THIS IS YOUR ONLY WARNING!  Messages are light-hearted,
         with no chance of accidental seriousness. A perfect place
         for stressed-out persons to find fast relief. Hershey Bars
         allowed. Meatloaf allowed. Aardvarks allowed. Nose picking
         allowed. Cat jokes allowed. Suspend your reality at the
         door and be ready to make fun of yourself. No gross profanity
         allowed, unless expressed with force by the MODERATOR. Math
         proofs and box tops will help, but not much.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Russ Edwards, 1:3407/1275
                  Russ Edwards, 1:3407/1275
    Last changed: 4-Aug-2000 by Russ Edwards, 1:3407/1275@fidonet

CHATTER_FMY
    CHATTER_FMY
          General Familynet Chatter Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHESS
    Chess Games and Discussions
         Chess discussions, tips, tricks, and techniques, and echomail-based
         chess games.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine, SWPBone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 180          Volume: 150/mo        Rules: CHESS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018

CHESS_ANALYSIS
    Analysis Of Chess games
          Analysis of Chess Games
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 456/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite, request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHESS_COMPUTER
    Computerized Chess Discussions
          Computerized Chess Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 568/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHESS_MISC
    Miscellaneous Chess Discussions
          Miscellaneous Chess Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1666/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHESS_PBM
    Chess - Play-by-email
          Chess: Play by email
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 96/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHESS_POLITICS
    Politics and Chess
          Politics and Chess
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2249/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHICAGO-EATS
    Discussion on the dining apsects of Chicago Area
          Filtered Internet chi.eats Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 128/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHICAGO-JOBS
    Chicago Jobs Listings
          Filtered chi.jobs newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 794/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHICAGO_BEARS
    Chicago Bears Discussions
          Chicago Bears is a discussion area about the NFL Chicago
         Bears Football Team. It also is a filtered USENET newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1469/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Filtered Usenet Newsgroup
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHICAGO_BLACKHAWKS
    Chicago Blackhawks
          Chicago Blackhawks Hockey team Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 255/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHICAGO_BULLS
    Chicago Bulls Basketball
          Chicago Bulls Basketball discussions. alt.sports.basketball.nba.chicago-bulls
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 444/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHICAGO_CUBS
    Chicago Cubs Echo Discussions
          Chicago Cubs DIscussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1178/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHICAGO_WHITESOX
    Chicago Whitesox Baseball team Discussions
          Chicago Whitesox Baseball Team Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 87/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHRISTIAN-MUSIC
    Christian Music Discussions
          alt.music.christian gated internet newsgroup [filtered]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 199/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTIAN-RELIGION
    Discussions about the Christian Religion (undmoderated)
          Filtered alt.religion.christian internet newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 454/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via ftp-satellite packets. Request if desire
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTIAN_MUSIC
    Christian Music Discussions
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup - Christian Music Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: fmlynet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 708/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHRISTIAN_TEEN
    Christian Teen
          Chatter between Christian Teens.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: [email protected]
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 12/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: Christian teens
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHRISTNET
    Internet Christnet Newsgroup [Filtered]
          Internet Christnet Newsgroup [Filtered] / alt.christnet
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4058/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHRISTNET_BIBLE
    Internet Christnet Newsgroup [Filtered]
          alt.christnet.bible
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4465/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_EVANGELICA
    CHRISTNET Internet Newsgroup [Filtered]
          alt.christnet.evangelical
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 340/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_GAMES
    CHRISTNET Internet Newsgroup [Filtered]
          alt.christnet.games
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 8/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_GENERAL
    christnet.general
          christnet.general
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Familynet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite/ftp: request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_HEALING
    alt.christnet.healing.herbs
          alt.christnet.healing.herbs
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite/ftp: request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_PHILOSOPHY
    CHRISTNET Internet Newsgroup [Filtered]
          alt.christnet.philosophy
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1039/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_POETRY
    christnet.poetry
          christnet.poetry
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite/ftp: request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_PRAYER
    CHRISTNET Internet Newsgroup [Filtered]
          alt.christnet.prayer
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 231/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_PUBLIC
    CHRISTNET Internet Newsgroup [Filtered]
          alt.christnet.public
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 491/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_THEOLOGY
    CHRISTNET Internet Newsgroup [Filtered]
          alt.christnet.theology
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1418/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTNET_WRITERS
    christnet.writers
          christnet.writers
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 13/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite/ftp: request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRISTSYS
    Christian Sysops
          Christian Sysops
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Raasch, 8:7002/3025
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRIST_NET
    Christ Net
          Fellowship of Christians ONLY.  Distribution by consent
         of the moderator.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: Christians only
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRIS_ED
    Christian Educators
          Christian Educators Conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Charles Wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

CHRIS_SOC
    Christians and society
          Discussion of the relations of Christians and society in
         the widest sense, including such things as Christianity
         and culture, politics, values, social justice, Christian
         social action, social doctrine and ethics
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet South Africa            Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.chris_
    Language:
    # Nodes: 7          Volume: 35/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CHRONIC_PAIN
    Chronic Pain Discussion Area
          A conference for the discussion of ailments causing chronic
         pain, treatments for pain, coping methods, etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE, gated to ADAnet
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
    Last changed: 1-Jun-2000 by Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

CHURCH&STATE
    Separation of Church & State Issues
          This echo is devoted specifically to the discussion of
         issues pertaining to the separation of church and state.
          This is not an "atheist" conference, nor is it a "flame"
         conference. Members of all religious faiths, or lack thereof,
         are welcome to join in on the discussion.  Heated discussion
         should be directed to HOLYSMOKE. Echo is NOT to be gated
         without moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:393/9005                        Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Charles Sumner, [email protected]
                  Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

CIGARS
    Cigar Echo
          alt.smokers.cigars [filtered newsgroup]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4292/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CINCI-BENGALS
    Cincinnati Bengals Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.cinci-bengals Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 513/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CINCI-REDS
    Cincinnati Reds Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.cinci-reds Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 275/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CITC_NET
    Computers in the Church
          Discussions on Computers in the Church / Church Technologies.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet > Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 8/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CIVLIB
    Civil Liberties
          Civil; Liberties; the Bill of Rights and Constitution of
         the United States as applied to your rights. Discussion
         of Supreme Court cases, interepretation, freedom of speech,
         freedom of religion and government influence on religion,
         search and seizure, exclusionmary rule, abortion, privacy,
         death penalty, right to representation by counsel, etc.
         **This is not a flame echo**
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones, All Zones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

CLARION
    Clarion Conference
          comp.lang.clarion - Clarion Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet/Fidonet                  Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Gated into fidonet through zone 1
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CLASSICAL
    The Classical Music Discussion Echo
          The CLASSICAL echo is for discussion of all aspects of
         classical music.  This includes talk on theory, style, composers,
         what is happening with symphonies & other groups, individual
         performers, broadcasting, what the future holds for classical
         music, reviews of recordings & performances, and of course,
         just what IS "classical" music. Moderated by Zone.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

CLASSIC_COMPUTER
    Classic Computers
          Discussion of matters relating to older model computers.
          Any topic which concerns using older model computers. Cross
         platform computing and Emulation topics are also welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: CLASSIC_.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Gaelyne Gasson, 3:801/221
                  Gaelyne Gasson, [email protected]
                  Phil Heberer, 1:396/45.128
    Last changed: 31-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Gaelyne Gasson <[email protected]>

CLASSIFIEDS
    Classified Ads Echo (NON-COMMERCIAL for sale/trade).
          CLASSIFIEDS is a place for INDIVIDUALS to buy, sell or
         trade personal items in a friendly, casual atmoshphere.
         If your message doesn't fall within this general guideline,
         then please look for another echo.  NO BBS, HELP WANTED,
         **FIREARMS**, PERSONALS OR ADULT ADS ALLOWED!  NON-COMMERCIAL
         SALES ONLY.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

CLEV-CAVALIERS
    Cleveland Caveliers NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.cleve-cavaliers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 12/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CLEVE-BROWNS
    Cleveland Browns Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.cleve-browns Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 663/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CLEVE-INDIANS
    Cleveland Indians Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.cleve-indians Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1328/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CLGRY-FLAMES
    Calgary Flames NHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.clgry-flames Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 370/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CMX4SALE
    Comics For Sale
          The place to buy/sell/trade comic books
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Walter Tietjen, 1:151/114
    Last changed: 19-Jun-2000 by Walter Tietjen, 1:151/114

CN-WORLD
    Social Issues
          Social Issues
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 53/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Charles Wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

COFFEE
    Discussions about coffee
          Discussions about Coffee. / alt.coffee
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

COFFEE_KLATSCH
    Gossip and chit-chat echo!
          A general chatter conference for people interested in chatting
         about any events, be they world, national OR even what goes
         on in the home. Grab a cuppa and join the fun!  Don't forget
         to give us your birthday and anniversary for our list. :)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 200/mo        Rules: ECHOLIST.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

COGNITIVE
    Cognitive Computer Language Discussions
          Filtered sci.cognitive newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Chris Glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

COHL-HOCKEY
    COHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.cohl Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

COL-AVALANCHE
    NHL Hckey Team Chat
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.col-avalanche newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

COL-ROCKIES
    Colorado Rockies Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt,sports.baseball.col-rockies Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

COLLEGE-BASKETBALL
    College Basketball Discussions (Generic)
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.college newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

COLLEGE_FOOTBALL
    College Football Discussions
          alt.sports.college.football [filtered]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp: request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

COMICS
    Comic Book Discussions Echo
          The Comics Echo is dedicated to the discussion of comic
         books and related topics.  The latest books from DC, Marvel,
         Image, Dark Horse, and other companies--as well as the creators
         behind the books--are discussed, reviewed, and debated.
          The Echo is here to talk about comics as a HOBBY and source
         of enjoyment, and the get-rich-quick investment mentality
         is discouraged.  Adaptations in other media, other works
         by famous creators, and issues such as creator rights are
         discussed as well.  Comic book professionals also stop in
         from time to time to discuss the industry and field questions
         from participants. NO public buying, selling, or trading
         of books is permitted except in situations approved by the
         moderator.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone, Zone 2 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English, others if Englis
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 21/mo        Rules: COMICS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Troy Cheek, 1:362/708.4, [email protected]
                  Tamara Hodge, 1:147/117
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Troy H. Cheek, 1:362/708.4

COMM
    Communications Echo
          An International Conference for the discussion of Communications.
         Appropriate topics include;   Modems and protocols, Comm
         pgms, Terminal emulation and BBS software, Telephone equipment
         & services, Fax devices and software. The discussion is
         primarily of a technical nature.  No advocacy of My widget
         is better than your widget.  Discussions of policy and procedures
         of other bodies or agencies, or off topic threads, will
         be requested to move the discussion to a more appropriate
         echo area, or NetMail.  COMM Echo Primer, a beginners introduction
         to the world of comm and its complex terminology, is featured
         twice a month (1st & 15th).
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: International
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 200          Volume: 1520/mo        Rules: COMM.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Craig Ford, 1:106/2001
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Craig Ford, 1:106/2001

COMMS_UK
    Discussion of Comms in The United Kingdom
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Zone 2 Only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: COMMS-UK.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Steve Stacher, 2:443/888, [email protected]
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by Steve Stacher, 2:443/888

COMMUNITY_EDUCATION
    Community education
          For all those involved in education as teachers or administrators
         to discuss the nuts and bolts of teaching improving schools,
         running community education or adult education courses etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet South Africa            Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Region 79
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 8          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 5-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

COMPRESS
    Compression Software Discussion
          Compress is a friendly echo dedicated to the discussion
         of compresson software. If you are into compression and
         want to learn about other software and your options, this
         is the echo.  Do you want to share your knowledge with other
         sysops?  Then areafix Compress today. Sysops and users welcome.
         Moderator Emeritus Michael Crosson
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Craig Klingel, 1:2410/351
    Last changed: 28-Sep-2000 by XRobot 4.10 (DOS), 1:2410/351@fidonet

COMPUSALE
    Computer-related Buying and Selling
          For the buying and selling of COMPUTER related items *ONLY*.
          This means for the PC, MAC, and other "real" computers.
          NOT NINTENDO or other computer game systems.  Real names
         are required.  Commercial vendors are welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FidoN
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jeffrey J. Counsil, 1:268/402
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Jeffrey J. Counsil, 1:268/402@fidonet

CONSPRCY
    Conspiracy Discussions
          Non-political discussion of conspiracies
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Zorch Frezberg, 1:205/1701
                  Shawn McMahon (Co-Moderator), [email protected]
    Last changed: 26-Jul-2000 by Zorch Frezberg, 1:205/1701

CONSTITUTIONAL
    A discussion of Constitutional issues.
          CONSTITUTION is a FidoNet echo and is gated to selected
         networks. Please take special care not to also link this
         echo with your FIDO feed unless you break your connection
         with the other networks first.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:382/22 & 12:3000/9              Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FidoNet, CFN, MJCN, & PhileoNet
    Gateways:     12:3000/9 & 1:382/22
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: CONSTITU.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Harold Robbins, 1:382/22
    Last changed: 4-Jul-2000 by CFN Echo Control, 1:382/22@FIDONET

CONSULTING
    Consulting Services
          Filtered News group - alt.business.consulting
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 246/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not avaliable via satellite - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CONSUMERS
    Consumer oriented discussions.
          Consumer oriented discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2108/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: If desired on satellite feed, please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CONSUMER_REPORT
    Consumer Report
          Discussions regarding products and services, pro/con. No
         advertisements.   Also, no political/economic discussion.
         There are better echos for this.   Rules posted as needed.
         Idea gotten from various consumer concerns type magazines.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 Backbones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 216/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

COOKFDN-SYSOPS
    COOKFDN Administrative Conference
          COOKFDN Administration and File Announcements
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:102/125                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     INTERNET via 1:102/125
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYS
    Moderators:   Karen Mintzias, 1:102/125
                  Karen Mintzias, [email protected]
                  Perry Lowell, 1:333/359
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Karen Mintzias, 1:102/125

COOKING
    National Cooking Echo
          Offering a place to discuss cooking/food and related topics
         and the preparation, availability, appliances and tools
         related there to.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1466                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1,Z2,Z3,Z4,Z5,Z6-BACKBONE
    Gateways:     NO
    Language:
    # Nodes: 500          Volume: 3300/mo        Rules: COOKING.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Dale Shipp, 1:261/1466
                  Gail Shipp, 1:261/1466
                  Dave Sacerdote, 1:142/736
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "R. Dale Shipp" <[email protected]>

COUNTRY
    Country Music Discussion
          This echo is for the discussion of ALL types of Country
         music, The Artist and the lyrics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:770/245                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   David Scott, 3:770/245
    Last changed: 5-Sep-2000 by David Scott, 3:770/245

CPMTECH
    CP/M Operating System Technical Discussion
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Roy J. Tellason, 1:270/615, roy.j.tellason%[email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Sep-2000 by Roy J. Tellason, 1:261/1551, roy.j.tellason%[email protected] (Roy J. Tellason)

CRICKET_ECHO
    Cricket News and Discussion Conference.
          A news and discussion conference for Cricket lovers and
         Cricket Players.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:348/963                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 866/mo        Rules: ECHOLIST.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Emanuel Edwards, 1:348/963
    Last changed: 17-May-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

CULT_AWARENESS
    Unknown
          Cult Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CURRENT_MOVIES
    Discussions on Movies
          rec.arts.movies.current-films filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3636/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available via Planet Connect/FTP request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

CWL
    Contact World-Wide Link
          Contact World Wide Link (CWL) For those Users who wish
         to Chat to other BBS users around the World.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:770/245                         Group: FIDO3
    Distribution: NAB, 106/1 & 3:770/245
    Gateways:     NAB, 1:106/1
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 250/mo        Rules:      CWL.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Norm Bowden, 3:770/245, [email protected]
                  Trustee - Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

C_ECHO
    The International C Echo
          Dedicated to discussions of interest to programmers using
         the C computer program language.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 456/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Torfs, 2:292/516, [email protected]
                  Roger Scudder, 1:273/404, [email protected]
                  Frank Adam, 3:635/728.21, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Jun-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

C_PLUSPLUS
    The International C++ Echo
          Dedicated to discussions of interest to programmers using
         the C++ computer programming langauge.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Darin McBride, 1:250/102, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Darin McBride" <[email protected]>

DADS
    The Dads Discussion/Support Echo
          The primary focus of this echo is as a Forum for disenfranchised
         Dads. The goal is to help them find ways of keeping their
         relationship with their children viable. However, that does
         not exclude others, including women from posting their views
         in the Echo.  Please, however, remember that the primary
         goal is for DADS.  Positive input from all sources is encouraged
         and welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:124/9005                        Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B (Zones 1-6)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Dan Ceppa, 1:393/9005.30
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:393/9005.30, [email protected]

DALLAS
    Dallas Area Chat and Announcements
          Dallas Area Chat and Announcements
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet/Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 13/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: listserv:[email protected]
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DALLAS-COWBOYS
    Dallas Cowboys Football Team Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.dallas-cowboys newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 8300/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DALLAS-MAVS
    Dallas Mavericks Basketball Discussions
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup alt.sports.basketball.nba.dallas-mavs
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 271/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DALLAS-STARS
    NHL Hockey team - Dallas Stars Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.dallas-stars newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 266/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DARE
    The Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Conference
          This conference has been developed as an adjunct to the
         DARE Project. The project is a substance use prevention
         education program designed to equip elementary and junior
         high school students with skills for resisting peer pressure
         to experiment with tobacco, drugs, and alcohol. This unique
         program uses uniformed law enforcement officers to teach
         a formal curriculum to students in a classroom setting.
         Project DARE gives special attention to fifth and sixth
         grades to prepare students for entry into junior high and
         high school, where they are most likely to encounter pressures
         to use drugs. DARE lessons focus on four major areas: *Providing
         accurate information about tobacco, alcohol, and drugs;
         *Teaching students decision-making skills and the development
         of self-esteem; *Showing students how to resist peer pressure;
         *Giving students ideas for alternatives to drug use and
         building their inter-
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jerry Rudoff, 1:135/[email protected]
                  Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

DARKCORN
    Dark Corner Administration Echo
          This echo is for mail moving statistics and info for those
         whom connect to 1:18/500 for their echomail.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: 1:18/500 Feeds only!
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

DARTS
    Generic discussions on Darts [sports]
          Generic Discussions on Darts [Sports]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 19/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed in satellite packets - if desired please req
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DAYS_OF_OUR_LIVES
    Days of Our Lives Open Discussion Echo
          This is an echo for discussion on any matter(s) related
         to the Days of Our Lives soap opera ONLY.  Anything else
         is considered (Off-Topic). Within the topic, User's are
         encouraged to express themselves freely in this echo to
         stimulate healthy debate/discussion on the Days of Our Lives
         topic.  Tritchen Smith, Moderator, SOAPS <Fido>, is my Co-Moderator
         of this echo.  Tritchen replaced Mary N. Smith, Former Co-Moderator
         of this echo. Tritchen is doing an EXCELLENT job as my Co-Moderator!
         Keep-up the good work! :-))  To my POSTERS, please ENJOY
         the echo!!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:345/0                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE<NAB>, Z1B<John Souvestre>, USENET<Joe Jared
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules: DAYS_OF_.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Nicholas Sacca, 1:345/0
                  Nicholas Sacca, [email protected]
                  Nicholas Sacca, http://www.webpost.net/
    Last changed: 18-Jun-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

DBASE
    Database topics, techniques, & advice.
          For users of all database products based on the dBASE language.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: 1:129/26
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   John Vukovic, 1:129/26
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

DDS_ECHO
    DDS FDN Administrative Echo
          Administrative Echo for the DDS File Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

DEATHLAW
    Discussions of Law and Freedom, Life and Death
          General discussion of The Laws with "the power of life
         and death." Topic is primarily Right to Die, but includes
         death penalty laws, population-control laws (E.G. China),
         you get the gist.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/104                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only excepting listed gates, no newsgroup distr
    Gateways:     1:2410/104.1 to [email protected].
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: DEATHLAW.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David B. Smith, 1:2410/104
    Last changed: 25-Aug-2000 by David B. Smith, 1:2410/104

DEBATE
    DEBATE Conference
          A general forum for participants to debate and discuss
         a wide range of political, historical, contemporary and
         philosophical topics. Forceful discussion or debate is encouraged.
         However, it should be clearly understood that personal attacks
         (flames), remarks deliberately intended to provoke other
         users ("baiting or "goading"), and foul or abusive language
         will NOT be tolerated. And while general religious topics
         are allowed, "sermonizing" does not belong here. All moderating
         should be left to the moderators. Participants should not
         be easily annoyed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:106/4725                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Peter Bradie, 1:106/4725, [email protected]
                  Bob Klahn, 1:3603/140, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Peter Bradie <[email protected]>

DEBATE_FMY
    FamilyNet Debates
          A place to debate issues of the day...
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: [email protected]
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Graham Downs, 8:7903/1
    Last changed: 12-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DELETE_ME
    So, this line is the Title or Summary Description
          This is a test of Echomod and Echobase
         Status: Active
    Origin:       n/a                               Group: FID1
    Distribution: none
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
                  The Other Robot, 1:1/21, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

DELPHI
    Borland Delphi Developers Echo
          Borland Delphi Developers Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: WWB, Z1B, NAB
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAl
    Moderators:   Renato Zambon, 4:801/161, [email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Jul-2000 by Renato Zambon, 4:801/161@fidonet

DENVER-BRONCOS
    Denver Broncos Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.denver-broncos Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2185/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DENVER-NUGGETS
    Denver Nuggets NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.denver-nuggets Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 8/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DESQVIEW
    Quarterdeck DESQview/QEMM Legacy Support
          Discussion of DESQview, DESQview/X, QEMM, Manifest Discover
         how to make the best of these programs with your specific
         hardware and software. Those products now owned by Symantec
         formerly marketed by Quarterdeck are on-topic as well. Other
         Networks wishing to port this conference, please contact
         one of the Moderators below for permission first.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2604/539                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     None
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 800          Volume: 152/mo        Rules: DESQVIEW.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bill Mitchell, 1:2604/539, [email protected]
                  gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by Bill Mitchell, 1:2604/539

DET-PISTONS
    Detroit Pistons NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.det-pistons Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 92/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DET-REDWINGS
    Detroit Redwings NHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.det-redwings
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Fmlynet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 199/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DETROIT-LIONS
    Detroit Lions Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.detroit-lions Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1602/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DETROIT-TIGERS
    Detroit Tigers Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.detroit-tigers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 498/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DEUTSCH
    German Language Chat Echo
          Interzone German Language chat echo The use of extended
         ASCII characters is specifically PERMITTED in this echo,
         as the german character set contains those. Participating
         system should be set up to accept these.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2613/404.0                      Group: FIDO
    Distribution: World Wide Backbone, NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege, 1:2613/404, [email protected]
                  Werner Blatt, 2:244/1111, [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

DEVOTIONS_PN
    Our Daily Bread and other daily helps
          Our Daily Bread and other daily helps
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 57/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DIABETES
    Diabetes discussions and support.
          This is an Echo for messages to and from diabetics relating
         to the control of the disease or anything else which would
         pertain to the disease.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

DIABETIC_RECIPES
    Recipes for people with Diabetes!
          This is an Echo for recipes for people with Diabetes and
         also others that have special dietetic needs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

DIGITAL-PHOTO
    Digital Photo Technology Discussions
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10664/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DIGITAL_TV
    DTV (Digital TeleVision), and HDTV (High Definition TV)
           Please see the echo HDTV. This tag is a cross-reference
         to the HDTV echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/1.4                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4

DIRTY_DOZEN
    SysOp Warning on Trojans, Viruses, Bombs etc
          Dirty_Dozen is an area where SysOp's and users can exchange
         warnings about Trojans, Viruses and Bombs etc. that place
         SysOp's and users at risk. Source code and code postings
         are not permitted without the Moderator's prior permission.
         Commercial posts are absolutely prohibited.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:250/525                         Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: DIRTY_DOZEN.RU
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Kurt Wismer, 1:250/525
    Last changed: 8-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, kurt wismer <[email protected]>

DISASTERS
    Disaster Info/Relief/Recovery
          Worldwide disaster information, notices and relief efforts
         including messages to and about people in the disaster area.
         Preparedness information and discussions aimed at improving
         relief response and recovery are also encouraged. Participants
         are encouraged to post about disaster situations local to
         them and share experiences.  Atlantic tropical storm/hurricane
         tracks are regularly posted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

DISTANCE_EDUCATION
    Distance Education
          For discussion of correspondence courses, extension education,
         courses by radio and TV, courses over the Internet, and
         any kind of education where the student and teacher do not
         meet face to face. Can be used for review and critique of
         courses etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet South Africa            Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Region 79
    Gateways:     [email protected],PC,ftp
    Language:
    # Nodes: 8          Volume: 8/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Region 79 only
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 12-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DLG_SUPPORT
    DLG Support Echo
          DLG PRO BBS/OS support (QA) echo for DLG owners
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:120/229.0                       Group: fido
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 25/mo        Rules: DLG_SUPPORT r
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: REAL
    Moderators:   , Don Plesky 1:120/[email protected]
    Last changed: 18-Jul-2000 by Don Plesky, 1:120/229

DNS_BIND
    comp.protocol.dns.bind newsgroup
          comp.protocol.dns.bind filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1144/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DNS_OPS
    comp.protocol.dns.ops newsgroup
          comp.protocol.dns.ops filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 199/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available via satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DNS_STD
    comp.protocol.dns.std newsgroup
          comp.protocol.dns.std  filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 14/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired/
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

DOGHOUSE
    Fidonet International Dog Lovers Conference
          International echomail conference open to dog lovers. The
         conference is dedicated to the best interests of our canine
         friends. Any dog related topic is welcome here. Hostility
         & Flames are not and will not be tolerated. NOTICE: SYSOPS
         ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONTENT OF MESSAGES ORIGINATING
         FROM THEIR SYSTEMS.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone, Z2, Z3, Z6
    Gateways:     Moderator permission only
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 304/mo        Rules: DOGHOUSE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Anne Page, [email protected]
                  Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6
    Last changed: 29-May-2000 by Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6@fidonet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

DOOM
    DOOM (and other 3D games) discussion and support.
          If you like or love the game DOOM, or any similar games,
         this echo is for you.  Topics of discussion include modem
         support (for multi-player games), playing techniques, technical
         Information on level design, and reviews of new levels.
         New product information is also discussed. Messages from
         various newsgroups are occasionally forwarded if they are
         relevant to a discussion. You can also use this echo to
         find people from all over to deathmatch or play cooperatively.
         Real names are required!  Other 3D games are permitted for
         discussion, but Doom is the main focus of the echo. Rules
         are available on the official DOOM echo web site.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3828/7                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z-1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 500          Volume: 150/mo        Rules: doom.rul
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAl
    Moderators:   Roger Nelson, 1:3828/7, [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Roger Nelson, 1:261/1551, [email protected] (Roger Nelson)

DOORGAMES
    BBS Doorgames and Discussions
          Echo for the discussion of BBS door games, including playing
         tactics, new releases, bug reports and work-arounds and
         help with BBS games set-ups.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: DOORGAMES.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

DOORLIST
    DOORLIST
          List and Advertise Your BBS that has Doorgames to Play
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201.6                      Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Alex Bergman, 1:2404/201.6
                  Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

DOORWARE
    General Door Development Forum
          DOORWARE is for the general discussion of Door Programming.
         It is geared to the Programmer although SysOp input is welcome;
         BBS user comments are not on topic unless they pertain to
         programming a door or how to program. Advertisements of
         any kind of BBS door is allowed in this echo but limited
         to twice per month. Other advertisements are not allowed.
         All languages and door programming toolkits may be discussed
         in this forum as well as their interface to all types of
         BBS software and operating systems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

DOS_INTERNET
    DOS/BBS Internet Applications: KA9Q, KNOS, Etc.
          General discussion of DOS Internet applications including
         related topics for SysOps importing Usenet Newsgroups, POP,
         and more using DOS based applications.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 800          Volume: 43/mo        Rules: DOS_INTE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

DRAKE
    Discussions concerning R. L. Drake Communications Equip
          R. L. Drake manufactured some of the most popular Amateur
         Radio Communications equipment.  Drake equipment is now
         in the collectable catagory.  This echo promotes discussions
         on the operation, repair and other associated aspects of
         interest to Drake equipment owners.  The echo is also available
         as a mailling list. Send email to [email protected]
         with a message body of help for more information.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Ambernet                          Group: FID1
    Distribution: Backbones and Mailing List
    Gateways:     [email protected]
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

DR_DEBUG
    Doctor Debug's Laboratory computer help and humor.
          Computer related information, help, and humor. A Echo for
         all makes of computers and all computer languages.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]
                  Bill Clark, 1:132/180
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

DTV
    DTV (Digital TeleVision), and HDTV (High Definition TV)
           Please see the echo HDTV. This tag is a cross-reference
         to the HDTV echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/1.4                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4

DUNE
    The Dune Chronicles: A Discussion
         Discussions about Frank Herbert's DUNE books, the movie,
         and all trivia involved in the DUNE experience.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:106/6018                        Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 7          Volume: 34/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018

EAGLE_TRAIL
    Scouting Echo
          FamilyNet's Scouting Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet & Planet Connect & Internet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 58/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Merged with Filtered rec.scouting
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

EC13
    Region 13 Conference
           See echo title
         Status: Active
    Origin:       R 13                              Group:
    Distribution: R 13
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 199          Volume: 64/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

ECHL-HOCKEY
    ECHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.echl Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 256/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ECHOBASE
    ECHOBASE Conference
          Designed to discuss the operation of the ECHOBASE family
         of software applications(echobase, echoview, echomod).
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

ECHOES
    ECHOES
          For Discussion of FamilyNet ECHOES - ECHO requests etc.
         Mandatory Conference For FamilyNet Sysops!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: 700          Volume: 414/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

ECHOLIST
    EchoList Access Conference
          The EchoList, or Elist, is a listing of EchoMail Conferences
         as described and submitted by the moderator(s) of each conference.
         Successful Echo Update Responses are posted in this echo,
         in addition to being sent via netmail/email to submitters.
         This area is designed to provide public information on echoes
         and moderators. Discussion of echomail links and distribution
         systems is off topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:1/21                            Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 835/mo        Rules: ECHOLIST.RUL
    Flags: <Read Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

ECHOMAC
    International General Macintosh Discussion Conference
          ECHOMAC is a forum for support, discussion, news, and other
         information relating to Apple Macintosh computers, PowerPC
         Macs in any flavor and name, PowerPC Clones, Newtons, eMate's,
         iMac's (any edition), PowerBooks, iBooks and oldie Apples
         from days long gone by. The focuses of ECHOMAC are troubleshooting,
         networking, operating systems, integration, Internet access.
         You name it, we handle it.. -- Anything and Everything Macintosh!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoNet Zone 1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 300          Volume: 456/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ton Ensing,
    Last changed: 6-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Ton Ensing <[email protected]>

ECHOPOL
    Echo policy discussions
          ECHOPOL is a restricted-distribution echo. It is currently
         inactive.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Knowles, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

ECHORESCUE
    Echo Tag Rescue Echo
          For moderators, ex-moderators, users and all others with
         an interest in the subject of echo tag rescue. A convenient
         forum for ex-moderators to post requests that their echo
         tags be returned, for rescuers to post requests for contact
         information on prior moderators in their quest to preserve
         echo distribution.  Discussions may also include the decission
         making process in rescuers killing listings of echoes they
         have recently re-listed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: International Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Knowles, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

ECHOREVIEWS
    Forum for Review of FidoNet Echo Mail Conferences
          Forum for Review of FidoNet Echo Mail Conferences Reviews
         of echomail conferences by moderators, SysOps, participants
         and interested parties.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

ECHO_ADS
    Advertise FidoNet Echos Here - New - Existing - Wanna B
          FidoNet Echos Only A place to advertise your echo.  Tell
         others of a Great Echo you discovered. Promote a New Echo.
         Promote a Existing Echo. Promote a Wanna Be Echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ECHO_REQ
    Echo Requests
          A conference for making FidoNet Zone 1 Echo Requests. This
         echo is for the discussion and sharing information on conferences
         ("echos") in Zone 1 of FidoNet. This is not limited to echos
         seeking FidoNet Zone 1 "BackBone" status, but for anybody
         that wants to "advertise" their privately-distributed echo,
         as well as for increasing the readership of already- established
         BackBone echos. Advertising of echos should not be placed
         in ECHO_REQ more than once a week. It is also suggested
         that this echo be "read-only" to people other than moderators
         or SysOps. But, reasonable questions about echos are "on-topic".
         The discussion of the operation of the BackBone(s), or Planet
         Connect, however, is OFF-TOPIC here, and should be taken
         to the Z1_BACKBONE echo, or a more appropriate administrative
         echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:286/1701                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 1:286/1701
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ECONOMICS
    Discussions about economics.
          Filtered sci.econ newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1926/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Chris Glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

EDGE_ONLINE
    End Times - Mystery Babylon and the Beast 666
          As the 3rd Millennium dawns, certain religions of various
         flavours are working towards a new religion, or "Global
         Ethic", recognising a need for unity as a means of solving
         humanity's many problems, such as war, poverty, hunger,
         pollution etc. This is not in itself bad, but is leading
         to the fulfilment of prophecies concerning the rise of a
         false religious system, described as "Mystery, Babylon the
         Great", in Revelation 17. Rising with the false religious
         system is a false Christ (Messiah), known as the Antichrist,
         or Beast 666, and with him a false prophet, who will cause
         all to worship the Beast 666 or to be killed. All trade
         will be conducted by means of a mark applied to the right
         hand or forehead, with those who refuse to take the mark
         or to worship the Beast 666 being killed. This echo is to
         investigate, to the extent possible, the rise of these systems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:800/432                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Asher, 3:800/432, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Sep-2000 by Steve Asher, 3:800/432

EDM-OILERS
    Edmonton Oilers NHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.edm-oilers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 317/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

EDUCATION_FMY
    Education
          Discussion of anything at all relating to education. Early
         childhood education, adult education, public schools, private
         schools, church schools, universities, home schooling, correspondence
         courses, teacher training, literacy training, the lot! Teachers,
         pupils, parents of pupils, university students etc are all
         welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 5          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 12-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

EDUCATOR
    Discussion for Educators
          An electronic meeting place for Educators to discuss issues
         related to their profession. This is NOT a complaint forum
         open to the general public to complain about the sad state
         of the educational system. Focus on k-12. International
         participation.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: EDUCATOR.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: /RUL
    Moderators:   Miles Maxted, 3:772/1
    Last changed: 8-Jun-2000 by <[email protected]>, 1:261/1551, <[email protected]>(Miles Maxted)

ELEBBS_SUPPORT
    EleBBS Support Conference
          The Official EleBBS Support Echo. EleBBS is an RemoteAccess
         Clone BBS System in OS Formats of DOS, OS/2, Win95/98/NT
         (GUI and W32 version) and Linux. Discussion of EleBBS Software,
         (by Maarten Bekers) and related EleBBS/RA utilities are
         welcome. File Announcements, Gating to Other Networks or
         Internet Newsgroups are not allowed unless permission has
         been granted by one of the moderators.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:443/777                         Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1 2 3 4 5 6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules: ELE_SUP.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Simon Slater, 2:443/777
                  Andrew Grimsby, 2:2502/66
    Last changed: 24-Oct-2000 by Simon Slater, 2:443/777

ELECT-DESIGN
    Electronics Design
          Filtered sci.electronics.design Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4223/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Chris Glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ELECTRONICS
    Home Electronics and Appliances Discussions
          A conference for the discussion of home electronic equipment,
         as well as occasional forays into theoretical electronics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 90          Volume: 1733/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
    Last changed: 1-Jun-2000 by Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

ELIST
    ELIST Conference
          This conference is designed to foster discussion about
         the operation of the Echolist.  Participants may address
         questions to the Echolist Keeper about submissions and various
         software applications that are designed to automate submissions
         to the list.  Announcements of Moderator Submissions to
         the list will NOT be made in this conference.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:    ELIST.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

ELIST_ROBOT
    ELIST_ROBOT
          Placeholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust in trust, 1:2404/201
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

ELYSIUM
    Elysium Software Support
          ELYSIUM is for the members of Elysium Software and the
         people who use the members' software.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:395/610                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 1          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Sean Dennis, 1:395/610, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-May-2000 by Sean Dennis, 1:395/610, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

EMBEDDED
    Embedded Systems Discussion Echo
         <No description>
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Roy J. Tellason, 1:270/615, roy.j.tellason%[email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Sep-2000 by Roy J. Tellason, 1:261/1551, roy.j.tellason%[email protected] (Roy J. Tellason)

EMBEDDED-ARCH
    Discussions regarding embedded architecture in computer
          Filtered comp.arch.embedded Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1932/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   chris glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

EMS
    Emergency Medical Services
          DISCUSSION ABOUT EMS FROM FIRST RESPONDERS, EMT'S, PARAMEDICS,
         RN'S, AND MD'S.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3667/5                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Blake Bowers,
    Last changed: 28-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

ENGLISH_TUTOR
    English Tutoring for Students of the English Language
          This echo should be of interest to those who wish to improve
         their command of English, and to those who wish to act as
         their tutors. Participants may submit short texts for critique
         and discussion by literate English speakers in English-speaking
         countries. Discussions of points of grammar, usage, standard
         English and regionalisms are welcome. Chatting is allowed,
         provided the texts are viewed as language practice subject
         to comments by the tutors and other students. Moderator
         can be e-mailed at [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Vancouver, British Columbia,      Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Andy Manninger, 1:106/2000
    Last changed: 13-Jun-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

ENTERPRENEUR
    A small business message conference
          A message area aimed towards the small business owner or
         manager and home based business owner, but does not include
         MLM schemes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: echomail
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: ENTREP.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: REAL
    Moderators:   Howard Scaggs, 1:154/288, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

ENTREPRENEUR
    For people interested in a business venture
          Designed for people interested in developing any business
         related venture, but does not include MLM schemes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: echomail
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: ENTREP.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: REAL
    Moderators:   Howard Scaggs, 1:154/288, [email protected]
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

ENVIRON
    Environmental Issues
          An Environmental discussion forum where topics can range
         from diapers to Nuclear power plants.  Any topic that has
         something to do with the environment is welcomed.  Backbone
         distributed so this echo is available or should be anywhere.
         Currently, approximately 40 nodes are linked to the echo
         and it is exported to several other nets through gateways.
         The Echo is Canadian based but has links worldwide.  The
         Majority of the links are in North America with one in Japan.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 216/mo        Rules:  ENVIRON.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Paul Williams, 1:387/770.5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Paul Williams, 1:387/770.5

EQUUS
    A Place to Talk About Horses Asses Who Steal Echos
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: NAB, FTP/Email from 1:10/22 - [email protected]
    Gateways:     NAB, FTP/Email - 1:10/22
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

EVENT_MANAGER
    International Event Manager Echo
          International Event Manager Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: EMGR.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

EVENT_MANAGER_BETA
    International Event Manager Beta Echo
          International Event Manager Beta Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: EMGRB.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

EVOLUTION
    Evolutionary Mechanism Theory Discussion
          Discussion of evolutionary theory topics, field biology,
         relevant observations in ecology, geology, astronomy, genetics,
         and population biology.  Especially geared toward providing
         a communications channel for scientists organizing against
         the anti-science SciCre forces: future topics to include
         prototype SciCre "argument"/scientific response pairs. While
         SciCre-ists are encouraged to use this channel for distribution
         of their propaganda (as opposed to being off-topic or unwelcome
         in SCIENCE, PHYSICS, and other echoes), it should be noted
         that SciCre-ists will receive exactly the level of respect
         that they give here.  Like the Usenet talk.origins newsgroup,
         discussion is "sometimes hot". The distribution is public
         for this echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RIME
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 13/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Wesley Elsberry, [email protected]
                  Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

EYMERICH.ITA
    I Romanzi di Nicolas Eymerich
          Meeting place for fans of Nicolas Eymerich novels and stories
         (and other works by author Valerio Evangelisti). In Italian!
         Punto di incontro per gli appassionati di romanzi e racconti
         di Nicolas Eymerich (ed altre opere di Valerio Evangelisti).
         Nicolas Eymerich (1320-1399), Inquisitore Generale d'Aragona
         e` un personaggio realmente esistito. Ma Valerio Evangelisti
         ne ha tratto una figura letteraria impressionante, le cui
         lotte contro l'eresia hanno sempre ripercussioni sulla nostra
         era o su quelle future. Sempre al confine fra la fantascienza
         ed il gotico, le sue opere catturano il lettore piu` di
         una ruota da tortura....
         Status: Active
    Origin:       [email protected]                 Group:
    Distribution: Mailing list, FTN poll, TransX, UUencode
    Gateways:     2:335/535
    Language:     Italian
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 150/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gino Lucrezi, 2:335/610, [email protected]
                  Cicci Serra, 2:335/610, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Gino Lucrezi, 2:335/610, [email protected]

FALCONRY
    Falconry Discussions
          Falconry Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 21/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite - request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FAMILY-NAMES
    Generic Family Names Genealogy Conference
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup alt.family.names Generic Family
         Names discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2000
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 47/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp site. Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FAMILY_MGRS
    FamilyNet International Manager Echo
          FamilyNet International Managers Echo. This is the place
         for managers to discuss FamilyNet Business. This is restricted
         to FamilyNet Managers only!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Managers Only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 6/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Required Echo for all FamilyNet Managers [Restricted]
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FAMILY_SYSOP
    FamilyNet Sysop Echo
          FamilyNet Sysop echo is a required echo for ALL FamilyNet
         sysops. This is  the echo where general FamilyNet Business
         is conducted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet/Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 120/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Required Echo
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

FANTASY_BASEBALL
    Fantasy Baseball
          Fantasy Baseball
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 6/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 13-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

FANTASY_HOCKEY
    Fantasy Hockey
          Fantasy Hockey
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 131/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

FAX
    Faxing discussions
          Filtered comp.dcom.fax Newsgroups
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 37/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FAXMAIL
    FaxMail/ElectraSoft Software Support Discussion
          Support for Faxmail, a Windows fax sending and recieving
         program produced by ElectraSoft and programmed by Jon Krahmer,
         a former Fidonet Sysop himself.  Other software products
         by ElectraSoft are also on-topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/104                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet nodes only
    Gateways:     Gated to maillist at faxmail@atbbs.
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: FAXMAIL.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   David B. Smith, 1:2410/104
    Last changed: 25-Aug-2000 by David B. Smith, 1:2410/104

FDECHO
    FrontDoor/TosScan Support Conference
          Support conference for users of FrontDoor, TosScan, and
         related utilities.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE, ZONE-1, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ZONE-5, ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 350/mo        Rules: FDECHO.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Joaquim Homrighausen, 2:201/330@fidonet
                  Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400@fidonet
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400@fidonet

FEED_CUT
    Designed to inform users, sysops and *EC's of echo feed
          This echo allows moderators and sysops to post the names
         and discuss the actions of users/systems who have had their
         feed cut from an echo. The moderator of FEED_CUT is not
         responsible for the accuracy of the posts by the participants.
         Participants may also include *EC's that may be involved
         in a feed cut. This echo is gated into an internet mailling
         list.  Participants who desire the mailling list version
         MUST send email to [email protected] for permission to
         join the list.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FID1
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

FELLOWSHIP_PN
    Fellowship
          Fellowship
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 36/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FEMALE_SYSOP
    Female Sysop Discussion Area
          The Female_sysop echo is a support echo and for all female
         sysops, female co-sysops, female point ops, and serious
         'wannabe' female sysops.  The echo is chatty and informative.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:275/100                         Group: non-b
    Distribution: non-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 325/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
                  Perry Lowell, 1:101/333
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100@fidonet

FE_HELP
    The FastEcho Mailprocessor Support Conference
          Support conference for users of FastEcho and related utilities.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE, ZONE-1, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ZONE-5, ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tobias Burchhardt, 2:2448/400@fidonet
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400@fidonet

FIBROM
    Fibromyalgia Discussion Area
          This conference is for PWFs (Persons With Fibromyalgia),
         their friends, family, medical care providers, and any other
         interested individuals.  It is for the discussion of Fibromyalgia
         and any other related illnesses/diseases including, but
         not limited to, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS/CFIDS/ME),
         Lyme Disease, Post-Polio syndrome, Gulf War syndrome, arthritis,
         rheumatism, irritable bowel syndrome, allergies, migraine
         headaches, etc. MODerator can be emailed at [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone-1 BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 300/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bill Jackson, 1:3603/140
                  Linda Cummings, 1:3651/9.12
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

FIBROMYALGIA
    Filtered Fibromyalgia Newsgroup
          alt.med.fibromyalgia newsgroup - very heavy volume possible!!!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7226/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FIDO
    null echo
          This echo was the former discussion echo for Tom Jennings'
         FidoBBS software. The echo was renamed FIDOBBS in February,
         1994. This EchoListing is simply to reserve the echotag
         FIDO for future use.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Deep Space 417, 1:286/1701        Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 1          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 1:286/1701
    Last changed: 12-Jul-2000 by Ray. Brown, 1:286/1701

FIDO-REQ
    Conference of posting new files
          This Conference is dedicated to users of file processors
         such as seal, nef, filemgr, tick and others to post new
         files that are received with *.tic file arrivals
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:382/206                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1300/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rod Parrott, 1:382/206
                  Rod Parrott, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551

FIDOBBS
    FidoBBS Software Support & Topics -- SYSOPS ONLY --
          A conference for FidoBBS SysOps. Discussion includes all
         aspects of FidoBBS, current version 12u. Latest techniques,
         upgrades, utilities, and doors are all valid subjects. This
         is NOT a conference for discussion of FidoNet (tm)! Restricted
         to SysOp participation ONLY, although SysOps of other Systems
         are encouraged to participate. -NOTE- This is the new name
         for the echo, FIDO.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Deep Space 417, 1:286/1701        Group:
    Distribution: BackBone
    Gateways:     Zone 8 via 1:10/8
    Language:
    # Nodes: 35          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL /SYSop
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 1:286/1701
                  Tom Jennings, [email protected]
                  Rich Ward, 1:102/402
    Last changed: 12-Jul-2000 by Ray. Brown, 1:286/1701

FIDONET
    FIDONET
          For future use
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Knowles, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Tom Knowles" <[email protected]>

FIDONEWS
    Fidonews editor's echo for submissions, discussions, et
          MOD [email protected] COMOD [email protected] Specifically
         designed for those wishing to msg the editor MODerator can
         be emailed at [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       5:5/23                            Group: Fidon
    Distribution: NORTH AMERICAN BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:     FreePress
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 25/mo        Rules: FIDONEWS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Warren Bonner, 1:103/401
                  Joe Jared, 1:103/301
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, root <[email protected]>

FIDOPOLS
    Fidonet Policy Discussion Forum
          **PLACE HOLDER TAG**
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

FIDOSOFT.HUSKY
    Husky fido software development/support
          Husky is a project developing free and portable Fidonet
         software for UNIX and other operating systems.  This echo
         is both a developer echo as well as a forum for user questions
         and support.  English is primary but Russian, German is
         tolerated.  C is our common language!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:2476/419                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Tobias Ernst, 2:2476/419
                  Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Tobias Ernst, 2:2476/419

FIDOTEST
    Fidonet TEST echo and malfunction conference!
          Use this TEST echo to post TEST ECHOMAIL! Useful for checking
         your tosser/scanner/FTS mail software configurations. **ALSO:
         discuss/query about broken links, dupe loops, and other
         problems within Fidonet levels here. All users and sysops
         welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

FIDOWEB
    FidoWEB support area.
          Discussion of FidoWEB project to bring Fidonet areas on
         the WEB.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:335/354                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, WWB
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Super Keyby, 2:335/354, [email protected]
                  Mario Mure', 2:335/533, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

FIDO_ELIST
    FIDO_ELIST
          Placeholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust in trust, 1:2404/201
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

FIDO_UTIL
    Fidonet Related SysOp Utils and Apps Discussion
          General discussion of Fidonet-related utilities for sysops
         including replacements for existing software currently abandoned
         by developers.  Y2K compliance issues are also discussed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 13/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

FIGURE_SKATE
    Figure Skating echo
          An echo for chatter and technical discussion of the sport
         of figure skating.  Primarily for fans of ice skating, but
         fans of artistic roller skating are encouraged to join in
         as well. Come talk about your favorite skater, programs,
         music, costumes and coaches, or (if you skate yourself)
         brag about your own skating.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:161/[email protected]              Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jan Murphy, 1:161/[email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Sep-2000 by Jan Murphy, 1:161/84, [email protected]

FILEFIND
    ALLFIX International FILEFIND Echo
          This is the International ALLFIX FileFind Echo moderated
         out of 1:3830/5 or [email protected].  This echo is here
         for the express purpose of allowing users with access to
         ALLFIX or some other compatible FILEFIND program to send
         a request over FidoNet to find certain files that they are
         looking for.  FILEFIND req. can be echomail in format.
         If some general netmail replies are generated they should
         be sent via routed NETMAIL.  However since some of these
         type of replies can be very larger that should generally
         be frowned upon.  This echo is here for the specific use
         of FILEFIND requests.  Not for file announcements or anything
         else of that nature. ALLFIX is Copyrighted by Harms Software
         Engineering
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3830/5                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6
    Gateways:     Zone 86 BackBone via 1:395/195<=>86
    Language:
    # Nodes: 1000          Volume: 2281/mo        Rules: FILEFIND.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> [Has Rules]
    Notes: Moderator Approval for ANY Gate
    Moderators:   Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5, [email protected]
                  Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by [email protected]

FILEFIND_FMY
    FamilyNet Filefind Conference
          FamilyNet Filefind Conference Area
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

FILEGATE
    IFDC FileGate Project(sm) International Echo
          A general echo regarding the IFDC FileGate Project (sm)
         file distribution.  Anyone may link into this echo to discuss
         files received or missing, connections, links, starting
         an FDN, dupe files, etc.  This is NOT an Administrative
         echo. No File announcements posted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2320/38                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Janis Kracht, 1:2320/38, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

FILE_REQ
    FileEcho Announcement Echo
          The oldest and original conference for the announcement
         of files released via the various File Distribution Networks
         (FDNs) on the FileGate and Filebone.  File announcements
         are allowed by FDN coordinators as listed in the current
         FILEGATE.ZXX and FILEBONE.NA listings (or by other moderator
         authorized sources).  Everyone (FDN HQ or not) should obtain
         permission -prior- to beginning announcements in the echo.
          The echo should be "read only" for systems not authorized
         to post announcements.  Please,  -no- Allfix (or other file
         finder) queries/responses in the echo. If you want to know
         what's new, this is the only echo to read.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: FILE_REQ.RUL
    Flags: <Read Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /ACC /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

FILK
    Science Fiction Fannish Folksongs
          Devoted to fannish folksongs, or "filksongs", a long established
         SF fannish tradition.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE
    Gateways:     to Internet as rec.music.filk via 1
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules: FILK.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: /RUL
    Moderators:   Kay Shapero, 1:102/524
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Kay Shapero, 1:102/524

FILM
    Film and movie review.
          A national echo dealing with all facets of film entertainment.
         Courtesy, and friendship prevail.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/12                          Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 400/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12, [email protected]
                  Roger Nelson, 1:3828/7, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12@fidonet

FIREARMS
    FIREARMS
          Discussion area for shooters: from novice to expert on
         subjects ranging from hunting to self-defense. This is a
         technical area, the political discussions  go elsewhere
         NO POLITICS OF ANY KIND FOR ANY REASON! to bad Bobbie Queen
         hasn't managed to hijack this echo, the little fag. And
         Roy Witt tries to Hijack the echo? shame shame on you Wittless,
         you're as lame as Loonie Leslie .
         Status: Active
    Origin:       102/861                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Limited to moderators choice.
    Gateways:     None
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 200          Volume: 400/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: REAL NAMES ONLY
    Moderators:   , Bob Kohl 102/861
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, b c <[email protected]>

FIRENET
    Firefighters Echo
          Place to discuss all phases and techniques to firefighting
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:270/[email protected]           Group:
    Distribution: Z-1 Backbone
    Gateways:     SAF-Net(sm) 1:270/911
    Language:
    # Nodes: 150          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   John Bixler, 1:270/911, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

FISHING
    Fishing Discussions Of All Kinds
          This echo is for the discussion of fishing of all types.
         Tell us your fish stories. Saltwater, Fresh and Ice fishing
         are all on topic. All zones  are  welcome to join in. If
         you gate this echo, Please inform the moderator.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:115/[email protected]              Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone, Zone 2, Zone 4, RBBS-NET, Family Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: fishing.rul
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Richard Biehl, 1:115/50
                  Richard Biehl, 1:115/775
                  Frederick Osborne, 1:124/5143
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Richard Biehl, 1:115/50

FISHING_FMY
    Fishing Conference
          Generic Fishing Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 331/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

FISHNET
    Soul Winning Discussions
          A Christian fellowship and Support Echo for believers
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Jul-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

FLA-MARLINS
    Florida Marlins Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.fla-marlins newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 45/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FLA-PANTHERS
    Florida Panthers NHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.fla-panthers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FLA_NET
    Florida Sysops
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

FLIGHT_SIMULATORS
    Flight Simulator Discussions
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup - Flight Simulator Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 821/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp feed - request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

FLORIDA-BSKTBALL
    Floriday Secondary Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.sec.florida newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FLYING
    International Flying Echo
          This echo is open to everyone interested in aviation, including
         all types of real, full-sized aircraft flying in the earth's
         atmosphere, as well as products and services relating to
         aviation. Excluded is the discussion of PC-based simulator
         games, radio-controlled models, space travel, and UFOs,
         for which other, more appropriate echoes are available (please
         see rules file). This echo is in *no* way related to FLYING
         magazine.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:19/33                           Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 91/mo        Rules: FLYING.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , Daryl Stout 1:19/33
                  Emeritous Jim Dunmyer, 1:234/2
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Daryl Stout, 1:19/33

FL_LIVING
    General Florida Chit-Chat
          Fla friends chat echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:135/382                         Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
                  Andrea Santos, 1:135/382
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

FMAIL_HELP
    Fmail help echo
          FMail (Hudson/JAM toss-scan-utils) support
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Arjan Glasbergen, 2:280/2501.35
    Last changed: 4-Jul-2000 by Arjan Glasbergen, 2:280/2501.35

FMLY_HEALING
    Health and healing
          For discussion of any aspect of sickness, health and healing,
         and the Christian ministry of healing.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa (Re     Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FMLY_REG79
    FamilyNet African chat echo
          A general chat echo for all users and sysops in FamilyNet
         Region 79 (Africa)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       8:7903/10                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Region 79
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 10          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 23-May-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

FN_POLITICAL
    International  Fidonet Political  Conference
          Fidonet Political Discusions Rules are simple: 1. Subject
         to FIDONET policy 4 (see section 9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were
         NETMAIL. 2. Subject-Policy matters in Fidonet 3. Reasonable
         behavior in the networks. 4. No geographic restrictions
         on links. 5. Moderator asks that routers follow ECROC (Freq
         ECROC here) 6. Bruce Bodger's faq is specifically rejected
         and not applicable
         Status: Active
    Origin:       ALL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS          Group:
    Distribution: Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 27          Volume: 12/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

FN_SYSOP
    Fidonet Sysops
          A gathering place for Fidonet sysops.  All Fidonet sysops
         are encouraged to participate.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: North American Backbone
    Gateways:     N/A
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1000/mo        Rules: FN_SYSOP.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100, [email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Sep-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

FOOTBALL
    Generic Football Discussions [North America]
          Generic Football Discussions [North America]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 63/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009, [email protected]

FOR-SALE
    For Sale
          For the buying and selling of Non-Commercial items
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jeffrey J. Counsil, 1:268/402
                  Fred Burgess, 1:226/580
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Jeffrey J. Counsil, 1:268/402@fidonet

FOR_SALE_PN
    Items for sale to others: New and Used
          Items for sale to others: News and Used
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FOSTER
    Foster Care Issues
          This area is for discussion of foster care issues, including
         legislation, parent support systems, advocacy programs,
         types of programs, training offered around the country,
         hints or tips for foster parents, etc. Topics may include
         concerns of the natural parent, the role of child abuse
         prevention agencies, group homes, foster family agencies,
         grandparents who provide foster care, types of licensing,
         training needs, problems in foster care/ideas for resolution,
         info about national conferences, foster parent resources,
         beating burn-out, recruiting and retention, statistics,
         practical parenting, etc. This echo is intended as a resource
         area for foster parents, potential foster parents, birth
         parents, and professionals who are truly interested in "the
         best interests of the child."
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 7          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

FOXPRO
    FoxPro and Allied Database products
          For those of us who still use old tech and the new derivations
         of it
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FID1
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:     Not to be gated
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

FRANCAIS
    Chat en Langue Francaise
          Le Chat en francais vous tente?
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: ALL ZONE , ALL REGION
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules: FRANCAIS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Michel Daoust, 1:167/115
                  Michel Boulanger, 1:167/201
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by Michel Daoust, 1:167/115

FREEMAIL
    FreeMail and A/Mail Support Echo
          An area for the discussion and support of the FreeMail
         and Alexi/Mail FidoNet-technology tosser/scanner programs,
         as well as other Alexi/Ware programs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       109/334                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone, FidoSpine, Planet Connect
    Gateways:     None Permitted
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Jim Balcom, 1:109/334
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Jim Balcom <[email protected]>

FRONTDOOR_APX
    FrontDoor APX Support Conference
          Support conference for users of FrontDoor APX - the *complete*
         point package for Windows
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE, ZONE-1, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ZONE-5, ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 225/mo        Rules: FDAPX.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Joaquim Homrighausen, 2:201/330@fidonet
                  Mats Wallin, 2:201/329@fidonet
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400@fidonet

FSU-SEMINOLES
    Florida State Seminoles Basketball
          filtered alt.sports.basketball.college.fsu-seminoles newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

FTP_FIDO
    Using Internet FTP to transfer FidoNet echomail and fil
          Discussion of using Internet to transport FidoNet mail
         and files, including such services as FTP Hub, and IHub.
          Methods covered include FTP and Telnet.  Related software,
         such as DOSFTN (KA9Q_FTN), VModem, FiFTP and other popular
         packages, for various operating systems is included.  Users
         are encouraged to to swap information and provide help to
         each other.  There is a related file area, also called FTP_FIDO.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: 1:396/1
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   John Souvestre, 1:396/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Jul-2000 by John Souvestre, 1:396/1

FTSC_PUBLIC
    Fidonet Technical Standards Committee Public Echo
          The purpose of this echo is to provide open access to the
         FidoNet Technical Standards Committee and its various working
         groups.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     BACKBONE
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400@fidonet
                  Jim Ray, 1:388/14@fidonet
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400@fidonet

FUNNY
    FUNNY Jokes and Stories
          FUNNY Jokes and Stories Just what you think; A place for
         FUNNY jokes and stories, a place to sit back and have fun.
          Remember, humorous things are FUNNY! The main guideline
         is simple: HAVE FUN!  Most of you can handle that, can't
         you?  ;-)  This echo is rated PG-13 as there may be mature
         jokes posted, that does NOT mean that FUNNY is a 'R' or
         'X' rated echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:     Zone 6 via 1:10/8
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3000/mo        Rules: FUNNY.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: [Has Rules]
    Moderators:   George Pope, 1:153/307
    Last changed: 5-May-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

GAMES
    Games discussions
          alt.games filtered internet newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 513/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GAMES_FMY
    FamilyNET Gamers Chat
          Chat about different types of Games. This topic is HUGE,
         and includes card games, board games, computer games, and
         anything else that could be considered a game in ANYONE's
         language! :) (Alias' are allowed)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNET South Africa (REG7      Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNET Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 7          Volume: 7/mo        Rules: GAMES.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: HANDLES PERMITTED
    Moderators:   Graham Downs (Nocturne), 8:7903/1
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GAMING
    International Personal Computer Gaming
          Discussion about games for personal computers. Focus is
         on play, hints, help with problems relating to running games,
         and tips on the pc gaming market. Buy-sell-trade/advertising
         not allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FID1
    Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ZONE-4, ZONE-6
    Gateways:     RBBSNET via 10/8, METRONET via 104/
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 300          Volume: 1825/mo        Rules: Gaming.rul
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Audrey Seddon, 1:167/133, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

GARDENING
    Gardening Discussions
          Generic Gardening Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3771/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GATEWAY
    GATEWAY
          Statistics for echomail at 8:8/0 This is the "official"
         message count for all echoes in FamilyNet. The Traffic column
         in the echolist comes from this echo's statistics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GAYLINK
    Gay Discussion Conference
          A forum for the positive aspects of the lifestyles of persons
         with a homosexual orientation. Conversations are non-sexual
         and deal with the day-to-day gay aspects of the gay lifestyle.
         Conference is INTENDED to be open to ALL callers of ALL
         ages for reading. Writing should be restricted, if possible.
          Persons questioning their own sexuality are invited to
         drop in.  All messages are expected to be on a gay-topic
         and of interest to all readers. One-on-one messages are
         not permitted. Handles are NOT permitted, but aliases have
         the appearance of being a real name are permitted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:109/334                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone, FidoSpine, Planet Connect
    Gateways:     None Permitted
    Language:     English and French
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 75/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Jim Balcom, 1:109/334
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Jim Balcom <[email protected]>

GAYNEWS
    GAYNEWS Echo
          Conference for dissemination of news and information of
         interest to member of the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgendered
         community.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:342/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Hall, 1:342/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 18-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Tom Hall <[email protected]>

GAYTEEN
    A Discussion Area For Gay Teenagers
          Gay Teenager forum for teenagers to discuss their sexuality.
         Provides a forum where teenagers who are gay; who think
         they MIGHT be gay; or wonder what it is like to be gay can
         visit with one another. Discussions of problems relating
         to being a gay teenager with possible solutions from other
         teens. No sexually explicit messages, or messages which
         appeal to prurient interests are permitted. Messages are
         meant to deal with the sociological problems of being a
         gay teenager, and to promote safe sex for those who refuse
         abstinence. Postings can be made ONLY by those who are under
         21 years old.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:109/334                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:     None Permitted
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 152/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Jim Balcom, 1:109/334
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Jim Balcom <[email protected]>

GAY_PRIDE
    GAY_PRIDE Echo
          A general discussion area for issues of interest to the
         gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered community.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:342/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Hall, 1:342/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 18-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Tom Hall <[email protected]>

GB-PACKERS
    Greenbay Packers Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.gb-packers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3612/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GECHO_HELP
    International GEcho Support
          International GEcho Support/Help Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: GECHO.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12.1

GENDER
    Gender Dysphoria Discussion
          The GENDER echo is an open support echo and is not fantasy
         oriented. GENDER is for discussion of issues related to
         gender issues. These may be Transexualism, Transvestism,
         Crossdressing, or other related topics. The GENDER echo
         is open to all that have an interest in gender issues. This
         includes behavioral specialists and counselors. The purpose
         of the echo is to be supportive and informative.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:142/578                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 108/mo        Rules: GENDER.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Monica Jesensky, 1:142/578
                  Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100@fidonet

GENEALOGY
    National Genealogical Conference
          Exchange of data concerning all aspects of Genealogy. This
         Conference is primarily oriented toward US-Canadian research
         and includes queries, requests for help, product/software
         announcements and exchange of info between researchers.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

GENEALOGY.EUR
    Genealogy and Family History international
          A conference for discussing anything related to genealogy
         and family history anywhere in the world, EXCEPT locally
         within the USA but immigration to or from the USA is acceptable
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: ZONE-1-BACKBONE, ZONE-5-BACKBONE, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ZONE-
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 150          Volume: 912/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Hayes, 5:7106/20
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Steve Hayes, 5:7106/20

GENEALOGY_FMY
    General Genealogy Discussionsn
          Generic Genealogy Discussions / alt.genealogy
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1098/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GENSOFT
    Genealogy Software
          Discussion genealogy software
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

GENSYSOP
    Genealogy Sysop Echo
          A coordinating echo for sysops and co-sysops of genealogy-oriented
         systems including the Tafel Matching System, Jewish Family
         Finder, GSDS, IGENE, etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

GEN_AFRICAN
    African Genealogy Conference
          Filtered soc.genealogy.african newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 31/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/FTP packets - request if desir
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_AUSTRALIA+NZ
    Australian and New Zealand Genealogy
          Filtered soc.genealogy.australia+nz newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 912/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite/FTP Packets - request if desir
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_BENELUX
    Belgium Netherlands and Luxemburg Genealogy
          Filtered soc.genealogy.benelux newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1615/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_BRITAIN
    British genealogy
          British Genealogy
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2265/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_COMPUTING
    Use of computers in Genealogy
          Filtered soc.genealogy.computing newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 385/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_FRENCH
    French genealogy
          Filtered soc.genealogy.french newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 465/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_GERMAN
    German Genealogy Conference
          Filtered soc.genealogy.german newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 792/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_HISPANIC
    Hispanic Genealogy
          Filtered soc.genealogy.hispanic newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 75/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_IRELAND
    Irish genealogy
          Irish Genealogy
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 751/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_ITALIAN
    Italian Genealogy
          Filtered soc.genealogy.italian newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_JEWISH
    Jewish Genealogy Conference
          Filtered soc.genealogy.jewish newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1097/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_MARKETPLACE
    Genealogy Marketplace
          Filtered soc.genealogy.marketplace newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 513/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_MEDIEVAL
    Medieval genealogy Conference
          Filtered soc.genealogy.medieval newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 918/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_METHODS
    Genealogy Methods
          Filtered soc.genealogy.methods newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 146/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_MISC
    Miscellaneous Genealogy Conference
          Filtered soc.genealogy.miscellaneous newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 257/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_NORDIC
    Nordic Genealogy Discussions
          Filtered soc.genealogy.nordic newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 200/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SLAVIC
    Slavic Genealogy
          Filtered soc.gen.slavic newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 49/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SURNAMES
    Genealogy Surname [Generic] Discussions
          Filtered soc.genealogy.surnames newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 199/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SUR_BRITAIN
    Genealogy, Surnames from Britain
          Genealogy: British Surnames
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed over satellite - please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SUR_CANADA
    Genealogy: Surnames, Canada
          Genealogy: Surnames, Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed over satellite, request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SUR_GERMAN
    Genealogy: Surnames, German
          Genealogy: Surnames, German
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 70/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite packets, if desired, please re
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SUR_GLOBAL
    Genealogy: Surnames, Global
          Genealogy: Surnames, Global
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 21/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not on satellite feed, please request if interested.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SUR_IRELAND
    Genealogy: Surnames, Ireland
          Genealogy: Surnames, Ireland
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not on satellite feed, request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SUR_MISC
    Genealogy: Surnames, Miscellaneous
          Genealogy: Surnames, Miscellaneous
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite, please request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_SUR_USA
    Genealogy: Surnames, USA
          Genealogy: Surnames, USA
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 114/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite, please request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_UK+IRELAND
    United Kingdom and Irish Genealogy
          Filtered soc.genealogy.uk+ireland newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEN_WEST-INDIES
    West Indies Genealogy
          Filtered soc.genealogy.west-indies newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Interent                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 258/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/Ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GEOWORKS
    Geoworks software conference.
          The Geoworks conference is meant for discussion of the
         GEOS operating system, as well as devices that use GEOS.
         Discussion will primarily concern GEOS as it runs on the
         PC or compatable computers.  This does not rule out discussion
         of GEOS on Commodore or Apple platforms, but it is secondary
         to GEOS on the PC.  Since New Deal, Inc. has distribution
         rights for the desktop version, and has renamed the software,
         discussion of GEOS as NDOS (New Deal Operating System) is
         on topic.  As a corollary, since GEOS/NDOS uses an underlying
         operating system such as DOS or OS/2 for file system access,
         and for the initial boot and launching, discussion of other
         operating systems will be on topic only as much as is needed
         to support GEOS.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/45                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Stephen Haffly, 1:396/45.27, [email protected]
                  Anne Page, 1:106/2, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Stephen Haffly <[email protected]>

GIGO
    Support for GIGO Gateway Software
          Discussions about GIGO Gateway software and related third-party
         software. Experienced GIGO users and the author answer questions
         about GIGO, third-party utilities and gateway operations.
         New and current users, and those considering using the product
         are especially welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: gigo-l mailing List-Backbones
    Gateways:     1:261/1352
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 400/mo        Rules: GIGO.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: Also available as [email protected] - no other gateways allowe
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352
                  Jason Fesler, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

GLIDERS
    Unpowered Flight
          Gated G rated internet newsgroup - Glider/sailplane related
         discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1722/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed over satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GOFER_NJ
    New Jersey's Gofer group
           The "other" OFFICIAL GOFER echo for the North West part
         of the GOFER_NJ network.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       NEW JERSEY                        Group:
    Distribution: NEW JERSEY
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 41          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   David Wrobel, 1:107/605
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

GOLDED
    GOLDED Echo
          A place to discuss the Fidonet/internet mail reader GOLDED
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:342/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 216/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Tom Hall, 1:342/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 17-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Tom Hall <[email protected]>

GOLF
    Generic Golf Discussions
          Golf Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5534/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GOP_POLITICS
    Grand Old Party
          A general forum for participants to discuss ideals of the
         Grand Old Party.  It is NOT a forum for arguing with republicans.
         Only those distribution systems listed below are authorized
         to carry This conference.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:232/10                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FTPNET, PLANET_CONNECT, NAB_BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Martin Belcke, 1:232/16
                  Don Dawson, 1:3654/18
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Martin Belcke, 1:232/16

GRAMPS_ECHO
    Hang out with Gramps and the old Night Shift Crew...
          A hang out echo for all ages
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

GRAPHICS
    Ray tracing, rendering, graphics in general!
          Programming, tricks, tip on graphics Ray tracing and rendering
         on all platforms.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

GRASSROOTS
    Grassroots Political-Government Reform Conference
          Formerly the United We Stand America (UWSA) Conference.
         National discussion conference available on the Z1 Backbone
         for the promotion of government and political reform. All
         political, social perspectives and opinions are most welcome
         and all topics are considered open for discussion, however
         moderator may choose to restrict discussion when appropriate.
         GRASSROOTS is available only via the Fidonet Z1 Backbone
         at tag: GRASSROOTS. For further information, please consult
         with the current edition of GRASS.RUL, or via the Internet
         at http://www.saldivar.com/lib_nw/confer.htm.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:346/16                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1_BACKBONE (See gate for internet)
    Gateways:     Internet: [email protected].
    Language:     English Only
    # Nodes: 25          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: GRASS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Frank M. Reichert, 1:346/16, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

GREAT
    Gang Resistance Education and Training Conference
          The GREAT program was developed by the Bureau of Alcohol,
         Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) and implemented in Phoenix, Arizona,
         by various law enforcement agencies and educators. The GREAT
         conference has been developed as an adjunct to the GREAT
         program. The program is designed to help children set goals
         for themselves, resist pressures, learn how to resolve conflicts
         with- out violence, and understand how gangs and youth violence
         impact the quality of their lives. GREAT students discover
         for themselves the ramifications of gang and youth violence
         through structured exercises and interactive approaches
         to learning. The design and intent of the program is to
         decrease gang and youth violence across the nation. Users
         of this conference consist of police officers, persons involved
         in the GREAT Program, students, educators, and anyone else
         interested in this topic. Although it is not mandatory,
         it is strongly recom-
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jerry Rudoff, 1:135/[email protected]
                  Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

GS-WARRIORS
    Golden State Warriors NBA Basketball Discussions
          filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.gs-warriors discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 114/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

GUITAR
    Guitar/Bass Guitar Topics
          A Fidonet conference for guitar and bass players, builders
         and techs.  Topics include playing styles and techniques,
         building and modifying guitars/basses, related devices,
         accessories, and amplifiers.  On-going discussions include
         the Tube/Tranny Wars, where the best clubs are ( i.e. -
         free drinks for players ), compilation tapes of echo participants,
         and the mystic adventures of Fission Chips across the eighth
         dimension. A love of guitars, music and humor are REQUIRED!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: GUITAR.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
                  Rich Lockyer, 1:218/704
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

GUNS
    Guns and Defensive Weaponry
          This conference is for the discussion of gun and other
         defensive weaponry and their uses in todays modern society.
         Not meant to be a replacement to any of the other firearm
         related echomail areas, but rather to enhance or compliment
         them.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:104/769                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Bob Whiston, 1:104/769, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Bob Whiston, 1:104/769, [email protected]

GUN_CONTROL
    Gun Control and Crime Control
          An echo devoted to discussing realistic gun control efforts
         and their effects on crime and the availability of illegal
         weapons.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2613/404.0                      Group: FIDO
    Distribution: World Wide Backbone, NAB
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege, 1:2613/404, [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

GYMNASTICS
    General Gymnastic Discussions
          General Discussions on Gymnastics
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3533/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

H0ME-BREWING
    Home Brewing Discussions
          Filtered alt.homebrewing newsgroup (no pun intended B-)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HACKERS
    Hackers Forum
          Filtered alt.hackers news group
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HAM
    International Amateur Radio Discussion Group.
          An open forum of general interest for the discussion of
         Amateur Radio related topics.  This echo is open to all
         parties with the common interest of radio.  This echo is
         primarily for subjects that would be of concern to the HAM
         or Amateur Radio enthusiast.  Anything related to radio
         may be discussed.   We're under new management, so come
         and pay us a visit.  All previous moderator 'lifetime bans'
         are now lifted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Any and all Fidonet backbones.
    Gateways:
    Language:     American English, English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

HAM-SALE
    HAM-SALE
          For sale, trade, purchase, give away, of AMATEUR RADIO
         related items.  Not for computer parts, etc.  NO HEART ATTACK
         REMEDIES!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:284/99.1                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:     RF-NET by the moderator
    Language:
    # Nodes: 150          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   , [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

HAMRADIO
    Hamradio and SWL Enthusiasts
          Ham & SWL Discussions and chatter
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Planet Connect
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HAM_TECH
    Amateur (HAM) Radio TECHnical Conference
          This is a conference for the exchange of Technical Amateur
         Radio Information.  All topics relating to the technical
         aspects of Ham radio are on topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:19/33                           Group:
    Distribution: Z1, Z2 Backbone
    Gateways:     May be gated with moderator permiss
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules: HAMTECH.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   , Daryl Stout 1:19/33
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Daryl Stout, 1:19/33

HANG-GLIDING
    Hang Gliding discussions.y
          Filtered rec.aviation.hang-gliding newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 188/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Chris Glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HAPPENINGS
    Internet Happenings
          Internet Net Happenings discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 918/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: If desired on satellite feed, please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HARDWARE
    Computer Hardware & Peripherals
          Dedicated to discussing all aspects of Computer Hardware,
         Peripherals and related topics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   John Burden, 2:255/1
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by John Burden, 2:255/1

HDCONF
    Hard Drive CONFerence
          International Conference for the discussion of the technical
         aspects of Hard Drives.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/1.4                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Zones Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4

HDTV
    DTV (Digital TeleVision), and HDTV (High Definition TV)
          International Conference for the discussion of the technical
         aspects of DTV and HDTV. Includes transmission and reception,
         proposed aspect ratios, timeline to marketing, compatbility
         with other systems, VCRs, etc., as well as its impact and
         shortfalls. Until such time as HDTV becomes a fact of life,
         discussion of the politics involved is allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/1.4                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Zones Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4

HEINLEIN
    Heinlein Discussion Echo
          Robert Anson Heinlein, the author, his works, and ideas.
         The only rules are the usual:  be not excessively annoying,
         easily excessively annoyed, or off topic.  The moderator
         rules on a case by case basis.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:362/629                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine, SWPBone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018

HERBS-N-SUCH
    Herbal and herb-related conference
          Discussion of culinary, aromatic, aesthetic, medicinal,
         and nutritional herbs and related information, including
         regulation, industry, markets, exportation, importation,
         crafting, cooking, and other closely related topics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

HERMES_SYSOPS
    Hermes II BBS Operators Support
          For SysOps using Hermes II BBS software.  All aspects of
         Hermes II are discussed, including external usage and development
         and the use of Hermes in conjunction with network mailers.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:202/1406                        Group:
    Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: HERMES_SYSOPS
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406

HIGHLANDER
    Highlander TV/Movies/Books
          Discussion of the syndicated television series (including
         Raven), movies, books, the actors, episodes, fanfic... everything
         Highlander!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tony Summerfelt, 1:249/139
                  Jan Wertz, 1:123/17
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by tony summerfelt, 1:249/139

HIJACKME
    Designed as a Test of The Echolist Robot
          Specifically designed for those that feel a need to hijack
         an echo...HIJACKME gives YOU an opportunity to attempt to
         aquire an echotag the sneaky way.  Simply send in a MODerator
         UPDate message if you think you know the password.  If you
         guess right, you own the echo...if you guess wrong, you
         get an error message. This echotag is ONLY available at
         thr ECHOLIST at 1:261/1352 To make life more interesting,
         the password will change on a random time basis...after
         all, someone has to win now and again.    You can place
         your email address in one of the DESC lines if you want
         that pulicized.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: you pick it up
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
                  Other Robot, 1:1/21, [email protected]
                  Tweedle Dee, 1:261/1550, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

HISTORY
    All about History
          For discussion on History.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: you pick it up
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Phil Simpson, 1:229/731, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Phil Simpson <[email protected]>

HISTORY_FMY
    Historical discussion
          Anything to do with the past... events, customs, etc. Can
         be used for discussing political history, church history,
         local history, transport history, art history, social history
         archeology, antiquarian concerns, or even your own memories
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Africa                  Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone, worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 10          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Echo took traffic so echolist is updated.
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 15-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOBBIES
    General Discussions on Hobbies
          Hobbies discussions....
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Fidonet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 8/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOCKEY
    International Hockey Echo
          International hockey echo, for discussion of ice hockey
         and any of hockey's many variants (road, roller, etc) but
         NOT videogames. Any level of hockey is welcome for discussion,
         but it is expected that most traffic will focus on the NHL.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:134/11                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Daryl Turner, 1:348/20
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Daryl Turner, 1:348/20

HOCKEY-PUCK
    Generic Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 35/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOLYSMOKE
    Religion Debate Echo - HEATED
          "Holy Wars Come to YOUR Home Computer!"  HOLYSMOKE provides
         a forum for the discussion and argument of religions and
         religious tenets and practices with a jaundiced eye.  HOLYSMOKE
         welcomes all debate on the pros and cons of religious indoctrination.
         Arguing as to whose religion (or lack of one) is best (and
         why) is welcome here so long as it doesn't degrade into
         mind-numbing scripture posting or endless "flame for the
         sake of flame" messages.  This echo also serves as a "dumping
         ground" for the dross whose messages are inappropriate in
         other religious or non-religious echos, such as HOLY_BIBLE
         variants, CHURCH&STATE, or R_CATHOLIC.  "Give me your tired,
         your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,
         the wretched refuse of your teeming shore.  Send these,
         the homeless, tempest-post to me, I lift my lamp beside
         the golden door!"  Contact Gateway sysops regarding Internet
         feeds.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:393/9005                        Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:     Internet via 1:102/125 ([email protected]
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 6500/mo        Rules: HOLYSMOK.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: /RUL
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
                  Styx Allum, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

HOME-AUTOMATION
    Discussions on home automation.
          Discussions on Home Automation
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2493/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/FTP request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOME-N-GRDN
    Homes & Gardens
          Home maintenance, decorating, repair, gardening, landscaping,
         etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:275/100                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100@fidonet

HOME-REPAIR
    Discussions about home repair.
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup alt.home.repair
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 6958/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOME-SCHOOL
    Christian Home Schooling Conference
          filtered alt.education.home-school.christian newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Familynet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Filtered Internet Newsgroup
    Moderators:   charles wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOME-SCHOOLING
    FamilyNet Home Schooling Echo
          FamilyNet Home Schooling Conference - this is a filtered
         internet news group. If you are home schooling this group
         is a must. The group has high quality messages and discussions,
         Christian and non-Christian in nature. It will be gated
         into fidonet if requested via 1:124/5009. filtered misc.education.home-school.christian
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0 <-> 1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 990/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOME-THTR-ANNOU
    Home Theatre Announcements
          Filtered alt.home-theatre.announcements Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOME-THTR-MISC
    Miscellaneous Home Theatre Discussions
          Filtered alt.home-theatre.misc Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4488/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOME-THTR-MKTPL
    Home Theatre Market Place Discussions
          Filtered alt.home-theatre.marketplace Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 676/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOMEBUILT_AIRPLANES
    Homebuilt Airplane Discussions
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup - Homebuilt Airplane Discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1480/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp feed - request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOMEPOWR
    Alternative Energy and the generation and use of Homema
          This conference is about small scale alternative energy
         systems and personal power production. Some of the topics
         covered are: small wind and hydro power plants, photovoltaic
         panels, energy efficient appliances, hydrogen power, hot
         water solar panels, storage batteries, and "off grid" living,
         including motor-generators. All forms of alternative power
         available to inovative Homeowners may be discussed here.
         Wind, Sun, and Water among them. Solar water heating and
         power generation are prime examples. No flames or personal
         attacks are permitted. Check your flame throwers at the
         door. Commercial ads are not permitted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:397/6                           Group:
    Distribution: Z1,Z2,Z3 Backbone
    Gateways:     Moderator permission only
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Roy J. Tellason, 1:270/615, roy.j.tellason%[email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Sep-2000 by Roy J. Tellason, 1:261/1551, roy.j.tellason%[email protected] (Roy J. Tellason)

HOME_AUTOMATION
    Home Automation/X10 & Security Conference
          Discussion of home automation & security utilizing X-10,
         CEBus, RF, IR, and conventional (hard wired) technology.
         This conference is an open discussion of anything dealing
         with automating the home including locksmithing.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:104/769                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet nodes only excepting listed gates, no newsgroup
    Gateways:     FAMILYNET via 1:115/887, Others: Pr
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 800          Volume: 13/mo        Rules: HOME_AUT.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bob Whiston, 1:104/769
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Bob Whiston, 1:104/769

HOME_COOKING
    Home Cooking and Related Topics
          This conference will be a relaxed forum for discussion
         of recipes, appliances, utensils, cook books, food history,
         and friendly chatter about the various aspects of cooking
         in our lives.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3404/160                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Sharon Stevens, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

HOME_REPAIR
    Home Repair and Construction
          Discussion of HOME REPAIR and construction techniques.
         Mainly geared to the do-it-yourself-er on any type home
         repair, remodeling, and appliance repair.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 800          Volume: 86/mo        Rules: HOME_REP.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

HOME_SCHOOLING
    Christian Home Schooling Discussions
          Home Schooling discussions - Filtered News Group alt.education.home-school.christian
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 191/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOME_VIDEO
    Home Video and Home Theatre Discussion
          Discussion of HOME VIDEO and related topics including AC3,
         Surround Sound, DVD, VCRs, and others.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Private, contact 1:2410/400 for a feed.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

HOST18
    Region 18 Coordinator Discussion Echo
          Provides a forum for discussion of Region 18 business.
         This area is to facilitate communications between the RC
         and the NCs of Region 18 (nodelisted *ECs are welcome to
         join in), This echo is also READ ONLY for all nodelisted
         fidonet sysops within Region 18 with a feed from their local
         nets distribution system. **Foxy Ferguson @ 1:361/1 Is RC18
         Technical Backup**
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Region 18 Only!
    Gateways:     NONE
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

HOTROD
    Performance cars, bikes, boats, etc..
          Discussion of performance cars, bikes boats and whatever
         else comes to mind.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: NAB, FTP/Email from 1:10/22 - [email protected]
    Gateways:     NAB, FTP/Email - 1:10/22
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:   HOTROD.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
                  Emeritus - John Pummill,
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

HOT_SITES
    Hot Sites on the Internet
          Finally, your Fidonet resource for the HOTTEST sites on
         the Internet. This forum is designed for but not limited
         to the exchange of interesting Internet sites, such as Web
         Pages and FTP sites.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

HOU-ROCKETS
    Houston Rockets NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.hou-rockets Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOUFILES
    Houston File Announcements
         Houfiles is designed to allow system operators an opportunity
         to announce their new and/or current files to the Houston,
         Texas area and to aid the BBS user in locating a particular
         file. Filefind request's are welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:106/500                         Group:
    Distribution: Local, Net_106 coop, TCRS coop
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 173/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018

HOUSTON-ASTROS
    Houston Astros Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.houston-astros Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 162/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HOUSTON-OILERS
    Houston Oilers Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.houston-oilers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 28/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

HP
    Hewlett-Packard Technical Issues
          The HP echo is for the discussion of technical issues relating
         to all Hewlett-Packard products. All posts must include
         the poster's real name. Occasional amounts of buy/sell/trade
         traffic will be tolerated if related strictly to Hewlett-Packard
         products, particularly hard to find or obsolete parts.
         This is not a blanket welcome for every Hewlett-Packard
         dealer to bang their own drum.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jerry Schwartz, 1:142/928
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Jerry Schwartz, 1:142/928

HS_MODEMS
    High Speed Modems
         This echo is for the people who need/want help setting up
         and running High Speed Modems of ALL brands!  Modem Manufactors
         MAY announce new products in this echo with Informative
         info.  Ads per se are discouraged.  The "Moderator decision
         is final on this subject"  Spec sheets ect are welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rick Collins, 1:163/215.39
    Last changed: 20-Aug-2000 by Rick Collins, 1:163/215.39

HTMLEDIT
    Discussions in reference to HTML Editing, tools and rel
          Open to beginners and advanced users, HTMLEDIT offers an
         opportunity for the exchange of tips, comments and other
         information about web page editing.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FIDO                              Group: FID1
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

HUMOR
    G-Rated, family oriented HUMOR conference
          HUMOR is a G-Rated, family oriented Humor conference. Use
         of profanity, sexual innuendo, or racist comments are expressly
         forbidden on HUMOR, as is flaming. Sysops: please set this
         area up as READ-ONLY and give write access only to those
         who comply with the rules (no profanity, no sexual innuendo,
         and no racist "jokes"). SYSOPS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONTENT
         OF MESSAGES ORIGINATING FROM THEIR SYSTEMS.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

HUNTING
    Hunting Discussions
          Hunting Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1840/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

I&UK_GENE
    Ireland & UK Genealogy
          A forum for the discussion of any matter relating to the
         Genealogy, Heraldic and Family History of the peoples resident,
         or who have been resident in the countries normally referred
         to as the the BRITISH ISLES. This Conference is open to
         anyone, anywhere in the world.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:253/188                         Group:
    Distribution: World-wide
    Gateways:
    Language:     ENGLISH
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules: I&UKGENE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Miles Maxted, 3:772/1
                  Miles Maxted, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Jun-2000 by <[email protected]>, 1:261/1551, <[email protected]>(Miles Maxted)

IBBSDOOR
    InterBBS Doors Conference
          BBS callers, sysops, and door developers can meet to discuss
         their favorite Inter-BBS door programs. Topics include IBBS
         door play, IBBS door development, IBBS door design, IBBS
         door beta testing, IBBS league questions and advertisements,
         and issues surrounding IBBS doors in general.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

IBM_PC
    Generic IBM PC Discussions
          generic IBM PC Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet/Planet Connect
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 221/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ICGAL
    Issues of Concern to Gays and Lesbians
          Discussions abut real-world issues facing homosexuals.
          Talk is intentionally less "chatty" then other homosexual
         related conferences, typically is not sexually explicit.
          It is intended both for honest discussion and as a support
         group, where resources, advice, and ideas can be shared.
          Conference is INTENDED to be open to the public on systems
         that carry it, but may, of course, be placed in a private
         area.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   George Worley, 1:106/31
    Last changed: 18-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Tom Hall <[email protected]>

ICOM
    Intellicomm (ICOM) Technical Support
          Intellicomm = Intelligent Telecommunications!  Automate
         entire BBS sessions (time bank transactions, message runs
         with auto packet maintenance, new files list collection
         and sorting, file uploads and downloads) on MULTIPLE BBS
         types such as GAP, Maximus, Opus, PCBoard, RBBS, RemoteAccess,
         TriBBS, Spitfire, Wildcat, and more.  NO SCRIPT WRITING
         OR SCRIPT EDITING is necessary!  Offline file browsing/tagging
         allows both automated downloads and uploads -- in fast BATCH
         transfer mode if the BBS supports it.  Also includes dialing
         directory/phonebook conversion from Boyan, Qmodem, ProComm+,
         Telix, and {COMMO}, a comprehensive Terminal with ANSI,
         AVATAR 0+, VT102, VT52 and TTY emulations, X/Y/Zmodem (with
         smart crash recovery) Kermit, CompuServe B+ and up to eight
         external protocols (user-defined trigger strings supported),
         a 250+ command script language for power users, keyboard
         macros and macro MENUS with
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:250/462                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: ICOM.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Wayne Duff,
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Wayne Duff, 1:250/462

ICQ
    All about the Internet based program called ICQ
          For discussion on ICQ and related programs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: you pick it up
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Phil Simpson, 1:229/731, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Phil Simpson <[email protected]>

IDAHO_LIBS
    Idaho Libertarian Activist Conference
          The Idaho Libertarian Activist Conference is open to Idaho
         residents, members of the Libertarian Party of Idaho, and
         those who support its goals and objectives.  Participation
         on this conference is subject to moderator approval.  Out
         of state requests will normally NOT be approved.  It is
         the purpose of this conference to encourage dialogue between
         LP of Idaho members and activists, seeking to work for the
         party's goals and objectives in all facits of promoting
         Libertarian candidates running for public office at all
         levels of government. Discussion of other political platforms
         and issues are grossly off topic and will not be tolerated.
         For more information, consult with the current edition of
         ID_LIBS.RUL prior to submitted an application to participate.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:346/16                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1_BACKBONE (See gate for internet)
    Gateways:     Internet: [email protected]
    Language:     English Only
    # Nodes: 25          Volume: 900/mo        Rules: ID_LIBS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Frank M. Reichert, 1:346/16, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

IFDC_FILES
    UK File Distribution
          This is an area for Announcement of Files distributed from
         the UK Filegate, and any queries/problems regarding the
         Files or Distribution.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Graham Print, 2:251/25
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by NWStar, 1:140/1

IFTP_SUPPORT
    iFTP Support
          Technical support conference for the iFTP Intelligent FTP
         Utility from Santronics Software, Inc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:135/382                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: none
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Andrea Santos, 1:135/382
                  Andrea Santos, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Andrea Santos, 1:135/382

IHL-HOCKEY
    IHL Hockey Discussionsn
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.ihl Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

IL-JOBS
    Illinois Jobs (Misc)
          Illinois Jobs (Misc). Filtered Internet Newsgroup il.jobs.misc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 161/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via FTP/satellite, request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

IL-JOBS-OFFERED
    Illinois Job Offers
          Illinois Job Offers. Filtered Internet Newsgroup il.jobs.offered.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1093/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via FTP/satellite, request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

IMAIL_HELP
    International IMAIL support area
          International support conference for the echomail processor
         IMAIL
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Andreas Klein, 2:2480/47
                  Michael McCabe, 1:1/121
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/121

IM_USER
    Discussion echo for InterMail and InterEcho. (FTN softw
          A general discussion echo about the InterMail frontend
         mailer and InterEcho echomail processor from Further Development,
         Inc.  The conference serves as a forum for users to get
         help and discuss InterMail and InterEcho as well as exchange
         information, tips and ideas about other third-party utilities
         for InterMail. Restricted to present and prospective users
         of InterMail and authors of related third party utilities.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: IM_USER.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

IND-PACERS
    Indiana Pacers NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.ind-pacers discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 64/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INDY-COLTS
    Indianapolis Colts Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.indy-colts newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 158/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INT-NEWUSERS
    New Users Announcements (Internet)
          Filtered news.announce.newusers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   charles wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INTBBS_WK
    International BBS Week echo
          An echo for the planning and execution of an International
         BBS Week, to educate the modem-using public that there IS
         an alternative to the Internet, and to promote the use of
         FidoNet and all private networks and all BBSs worldwide.
          We want to promote ALL BBSs, not just our own, and while
         other BBS promotion echos rely heavily on the Internet,
         we work mainly in LOCAL groups, promoting LOCAL BBSs. This
         is NOT an echo for flaming or faultfinding, and none will
         be tolerated.  It is only for CONSTRUCTIVE criticism and
         ideas on how to increase BBS and network awareness and activity
         around the world. We all know that FidoNet and all the BBS
         nets are taking a hit from the Internet.  Everyone who wants
         BBSing to get back to it's former glory, come join us in
         reversing the trend.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:19/33                           Group:
    Distribution: Zones 1-6 FidoNet Backbones and several othernets.
    Gateways:     Please gate to other Networks with
    Language:     English.
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   , Daryl Stout 1:19/33
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Daryl Stout, 1:19/33

INTERCOOK
    International Cooking
          An international conference related to discussions of cooking
         and recipes.  English-based, other languages welcome if
         English translation supplied.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     2:310/11 VIA 1:260/340, 3:690/625
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

INTERFAITH
    Interfaith Religious Discussions
          Friendly, respectful, and open discussion of religions,
         spiritual paths, and religious philosophies with the intent
         of promoting understanding and tolerance among all religious
         faiths. Participants must focus on what they are FOR rather
         than on all they may be AGAINST.  Focus on "exposing" or
         otherwise denegrating particular religions or groups is
         off-topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:285/424@FIDONET                 Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 304/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jason Steck, 1:285/424@FIDONET
    Last changed: 28-Jun-2000 by Jason Steck, 1:285/424@FIDONET

INTERGREEK
    Int'l Greek Conference (English language)
          INTERGREEK is a place to discuss anything related to Greece!
         Participants from all over the world use this forum to discuss
         various topics pertaining to Greece, its people, the Greek
         lifestyle, history, current events, etc.  Conversation is
         in the English language, although Greek may be written using
         standard keyboard (7-bit ASCII) characters.  It is highly
         recommended that English be used whenever possible, since
         many participants do not understand Greek.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:102/125                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:     INTERNET via 1:102/125
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: INTERGREEK.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Karen Mintzias, 1:102/125
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Karen Mintzias, 1:102/125

INTERNET
    For discussions about the Internet.
          How to use the internet for non-commercial purposes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:     *NO* Usenet backbone gating
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 35          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: N/A (none yet
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   James Vahn, 1:346/3, [email protected]
                  Tanya Matveeva, 2:5100/13.3, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, James Vahn <[email protected]>

INTERNET-BBS
    Internet BBS Newsgroup
          alt.bbs.internet filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 148/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via sattelite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INTERNET_FMY
    FamilyNet Internet Discussions
          FamilyNet Internet Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 29/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INTERUSER
    International User Chat Forum
          It is our hope that by offering this platform, we can promote
         increased understanding and appreciation between people
         from various backgrounds.  If you like that idea and have
         an interest in the world around you, this echo may be for
         you.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:167/133                         Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbones, Inter-Zone Approved Links Only
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael Nellis, 1:167/133
                  Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

INVEST
    International Investor's Forum
          A medium for communication between investors who use computers
         to assist in making and managing investments.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 912/mo        Rules:   INVEST.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

INVEST_FUNDS
    Investing in funds
          Investing in Funds
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1608/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INVEST_FUTURES
    Investing in futures
          Investing in Futures
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1001/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INVEST_MISC
    Investing
          Investing discussions [Generic]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 327/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INVEST_STOCKS
    Investing in stocks
          Investing in stocks
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7393/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

INVEST_TECHNICAL
    Investing [Technical Discussions]
          Investing [Technical Discussions]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 275/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

IP_CONNECT
    Fidonet IP Integration Discussions
          Discussions pertaining to integration of the IP technology
         into existing Fidonet operations, including issues of protocols,
         mailers, nodelist formats, nodelist compilers, and other
         related topics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine, SWPBone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Ward Dossche, 2:292/854
                  Lawrence Garvin (Z1 Custodian), 1:106/6018, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018

IREX
    Internet Rex Public Support Echo
          This echo contains support for the Internet Rex Fidonet
         <-> Internet transport program.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:342/806                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, Z1B, Z2B, WWB, anything else is allowed
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 300          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Charles Cruden, 1:342/806, [email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Charles Cruden <[email protected]>

ISDN
    ISDN
          Open Forum for the discussion of Integrated Services Digital
         Networks of the Telephone System, with emphasis on application
         in the BBS community.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Zones 1 & 2 Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
                  Mickey Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

ITALIANO
    Italians do it better
          A place to meet and chat about Italian history, society
         and culture, open to the Italian-origin communities worldwide.
         The official language is Italian but English posts are tolerated.
         Discussions of genealogy and family history of Italian speaking
         people should be addressed to the ITALIANO.GEN echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: WWB, Z1B, NAB
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Mario Mure', 2:335/533, [email protected]
                  Steve Quarrella, 1:124/9005, [email protected]
                  Renato Zambon, 4:801/161, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

JAVA-DATABASES
    Java Database Discussions
          comp.lang.java.databases - Java database discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 693/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

JAVA-GUI
    Java - Graphical User Interface Conference
          comp.lang.java.gui
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1333/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite, FTP - request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

JAVA-HELP
    Java Language Help Echo
          comp.lang.java.help Java Language help echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3196/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available in Satellite/FTP packets-request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

JAVA-PROGRAMMER
    Java Programmers Conference
          comp.lang.java.programmer - Java Programmer's Conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7509/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed Via Satellite/FTP - request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

JAVA-SCRIPT
    Java Script Conference
          comp.lang.javascript - Javascript discussion conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2235/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via FTP/Satellite; request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

JAVA-SECURITY
    Java Security Issues
          comp.lang.java.security
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 295/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

JAVA-SOFT-TOOLS
    Java Software Tool Discussions
          comp.lang.java.softwaretools
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 485/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

JAVA_LANGUAGE
    Java language discussion
          Java is a language originating at Sun which has developed
         into a platform independent language allowing a single program
         to be run across many diverse platforms.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/290                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Bowerman, 1:153/290
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290

JOBS
    Job Postings
          Jobs Postings
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 19089/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Request if wanted on satellite feed/not distributed at this
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

JUDAICA
    Jewish religion discussions
          This echo is for discussions of Judaism and Jewish thought
         and culture only. Non-Jews are welcome, but they must remember
         that they are guests in the echo and should behave accordingly.
         Missionary activity is strictly forbidden.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FidoNet backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Joshua Lee, 1:278/201, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Aug-2000 by Joshua Lee, 1:278/201, [email protected]

JUNO
    Unofficial JUNO help echo.
          A discussion area offering help and information pertaining
         to JUNO's free email service and JUNO WEB. Comparisons to
         services other than JUNO are welcome.  JUNO (this echo)
         is not a part of, nor affiliated with JUNO Services.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/12                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12@fidonet

JVILLE-JAGUARS
    Jacksonville Jaguars Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.jville-jaguars Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1087/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

KATTY_KORNER
    A must for cat lovers!
          Welcome to the Katty Korner Echo! Tell us about your wonderful
         - or mischievous - kitty here!  Give and get helpful tips
         on the care, grooming and feeding of cats.  Debate topics
         such as spaying and neutering, the impact of declawing,
         the benefits of having an indoor cat vs. an outdoor cat....All
         cat lovers are welcome here!  Aliases are permitted, as
         long as the origin line reflects a nodelisted FidoNet system.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 608/mo        Rules: KATRULES.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

KAYAK
    Kayaking
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup on Kayaking
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 64/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

KC-CHIEFS
    Kansas City Chiefs Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.kc-chiefs newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1016/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

KC-ROYALS
    Kansas City Royals Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.kc-royals Newgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 16/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

KIDS
    International KIDS Chat
          FIDONET INTERNATIONAL KIDS echomail conference is a great
         meeting place for students up to age 18. Students from around
         the world meet here to "chat" about what is on their minds.
         The KIDS area is moderated and all messages entered in the
         conference are reviewed by the Moderator.  Guidelines are
         posted regularly describing appropriate conduct. Home-schoolers
         (and their ad involvement and projects are encouraged. Flame
         wars are not tolerated and should be directed to the appropriate
         Fidonet discussion areas. INTERNATIONAL KIDS is an area
         for students to be themselves regardless of their background,
         sex, religion, or ability.  and learn about other cultures.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     2:201/0
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

KILLER-INSTINCT
    Killer-Instinct Game
          alt.games.killer-instinct filtered internet newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

KLINGON
    Star Trek Klingon discussions
          The topic of discussion in this conference is the Klingon
         presence in Star Trek, in the various movies, episodes,
         animation, novels, games, and fan publications. This echo
         will be open to any and all, regardless of which Star Trek
         fan orgainzation, if any, you may belong to. Conversations
         in Klingonese are acceptable in this echo! Members of KAG,
         KLAW, and KLAS are especially welcome!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Deep Space 417                    Group:
    Distribution: BackBone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 60          Volume: 65/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 1:286/1701
    Last changed: 12-Jul-2000 by Ray. Brown, 1:286/1701

KNIVES
    Discussions on Knives
          Discussions on knives.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1609/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: If desired on satellite feed, please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

KOSOVO
    Information and discussions about the events in Kosovo
          Discuss the events in Kosovo and in the Balkans
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: WWB, Z1B, NAB
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Mario Mure', 2:335/533, [email protected]
                  David Moufarrege, 1:2613/404, [email protected]
                  Sinisa Burina, 2:382/100, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

LA-CLIPPERS
    Los Angeles Clippers NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.la-clippers newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 14/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LA-DODGERS
    Los Angeles Dodgers Baseball discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.la-dodgers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1343/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LA-LAKERS
    LA Lakers Discussions
          Filtered LA Lakers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4423/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LA-RAMS
    LA Rams discussions
          Filtered LA Rams Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 176/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LAN
    Local Area Networks
          Discussions of any LAN product or problem. E-Mail me at
         [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE, PLANET-CONNECT
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 152/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ben Carpenter, 1:106/2000
                  Ben Carpenter, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Aug-2000 by Ben Carpenter, 1:106/2000, "Ben Carpenter" <[email protected]>

LANTASTI
    Artisoft LANtastic Support Conference
          Discussion of LANtastic and other Artisoft products, including
         3rd-party enhancement of Artisoft products.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:275/103                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only except listed gates, no newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     FAMILYNET via 1:115/887, Others: Pr
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 800          Volume: 21/mo        Rules: LANTASTI.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Mark Hoover, 1:275/103
    Last changed: 31-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Mark Hoover <[email protected]>

LAS-VEGAS_VACATION
    Las Vegas Vacation Newsgroup
          Las Vegas Vacation and Tourism Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1904/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Filtered News Group
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LATEST_VERSIONS
    Latest Versions in Fidonet
          This echo is for better communications in keeping the Latest
         Versions of software available for use in FidoNet list up
         to date.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael McCabe, 1:1/121
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/121

LATINO
    Latin Chat Echo
          Chat about Latin countries and people history, society
         and culture. This was the 1st created echo in Latin America
         in 1987, even before creation of Zone 4 in 1989.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: WWB, Z1B, NAB
    Gateways:
    Language:     Spanish, Portuguese, Engl
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAl
    Moderators:   Renato Zambon, 4:801/161, [email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Jul-2000 by Renato Zambon, 4:801/161@fidonet

LAUGH
    LAUGH
          G rated Joke Conference. Family rated jokes ONLY.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 46/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: [email protected] subscribe family.jokes
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LAW_DISORDER
    "Law and Disorder" Discussion Area
          A conference for the discussion of our laws and and the
         disorder which results from the enforcement (or lack thereof)
         of these laws.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 55          Volume: 65/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
    Last changed: 1-Jun-2000 by Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

LCL_SYS
    Net 1:306 Sysop Echo
          This Echo is for Net 1:306 sysops to discuss issues involving
         Net 306, and is restricted to sysops in Net 306.  Others
         may participate only by invitation of the moderator, who
         is also the NC.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/0                           Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req> <Sysops Only> <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /SYS /MOD /MEM
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:306/21
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

LIBERTY
    Liberty
          National Libertarian conference and discussion group with
         direct access to Libernet and Libernet-d internet newsgroups.
         Designed to help foster and promote libertarian politics,
         and interest in the national Libertarian Party and the various
         state and local affiliates.  Knowledge and agreement with
         conference rules are a precondition for participation. Conference
         rules are posted monthly and may be downloaded from the
         Moderator by filename LIBERTY.RUL in ASCII format.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:346/16                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1_BACKBONE (See gate for internet)
    Gateways:     Internet: http://members.spree.com/
    Language:     English Only
    # Nodes: 25          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: LIBERTY.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Frank M. Reichert, 1:346/16, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

LIBRARY_FMY
    Generic Discussion of Books
          generic books discussions rec.arts.books
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2227/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LIB_NW
    Liberty Northwest Conference and Newsgroup
          Libertarian, Constitutionalist, Conservative and Patriot
         discussion conference concerning political, economic and
         social issues of our day. Liberty Northwest is also a repository
         for press releases, bulletins, and information releases
         from the Libertarian Party of the U.S.A. and other related
         organizations. All political, social and economic perspectives
         and opinions are most welcome and all topics are considered
         open for discussion. The conference moderator may choose
         to restrict certain discussions when determined appropriate
         or when a discussion is blatantly "off-topic". Liberty Northwest
         is available via the Fidonet Z1 Backbone at tag: LIB_NW.
         The conference is also available world- wide via Internet
         subscription and as a USENET NEWSGROUP. For further information,
         please consult with the current edition of LIB_NW.RUL, or
         via the Internet at http://members.spree.com/lib_nw/confer.htm.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:346/16                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1_BACKBONE (See gate for internet)
    Gateways:     Internet: [email protected]
    Language:     English Only
    # Nodes: 25          Volume: 900/mo        Rules: LIB_NW.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Frank M. Reichert, 1:346/16, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

LIB_TALK
    Liberty Talk - Libertarian Activist Forum
          Liberty Talk is a moderated forum for the purpose of promoting
         Libertarian idealism in political, social and economic matters.
         Agreement with the rules and policies is a pre-condition
         for participation. The Libert Talk echo is also available
         as an internet mailing list and is available by subscription
         at http://www.onelist.com/subscribe/liberty_talk on the
         World Wide Web. Although this forum is open to anyone, the
         topic is "Libertarianism" and promoting liberty on all issues
         at all times. The moderator reserves the right to limit
         or preclude discussions that are either off topic, or serve
         no positive purpose in promoting these ideals. For further
         information consult the LIB_TALK.RUL file, or the moderator
         in private email at [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:346/16                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1_BACKBONE (See gate for internet)
    Gateways:     Internet: [email protected]
    Language:     English Only
    # Nodes: 25          Volume: 900/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Frank M. Reichert, 1:346/16, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

LIMBAUGH
    International Fans of Rush Limbaugh Conference
          A conference for discussion of topics presented by Rush
         Limbaugh's radio/tv programs and printed materials.  Fans
         of Limbaugh ONLY, please.  No affiliation with Rush Limbaugh
         or the EIB network.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:260/180                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 500          Volume: 7604/mo        Rules: LIMBAUGH.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /MOD /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Mark Fornoff, 1:260/180
                  Robert Craft, 1:3706/4
    Last changed: 20-Aug-2000 by Mark Fornoff, 1:260/180

LINKTEST
    Linktest for Downlinks
          Linktest for Downlinks
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

LINUX
    The Linux Operating System
          Linux operating system (OS), a a variant of Unix pioneered
         by of Linus Torvalds. This Conference is dedicated to: Discussion
         of the Linux OS, including any version/distribution. Discussions
         of Unix as they relate to Linux are also topical. All reasonable
         variants and associated utilities are also permitted. Associated
         discussions of other OS's are also invited, as in DOSLinux,
         and so forth, as comparisons.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:109/334                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone, FidoSpine, Planet Connect
    Gateways:     None permitted
    Language:     No Restrictions, as long
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1520/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Jim Balcom, 1:109/334
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Jim Balcom <[email protected]>

LINUX-UNIX_FTN
    Discussion and Help for FTN software in Linux and UN*X
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:       There Can Only Be 1, 2:263/95     Group:
    Distribution: WWB, NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Sean Rima, 2:263/950, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

LINUX-USER
    Linux user
          International message base related to all things reguarding
         the useage and installation of Linux.  Intended for helping
         newcomers as well as those that are having problems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet                           Group:
    Distribution: all zones, all distribution systems
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: linxuser.rul
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Warren Hrach, 1:202/745
                  Janis Kracht, 1:2320/38
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Andy Brown, 1:202/5@fidonet

LINUX_BBS
    BBSing with Linux!
          This echo is for the discussion of BBSes under Linux
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:275/100                         Group: Fido
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Maurice Kinal, 1:2320/38.9
                  Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100@fidonet

LISTSERV
    FamilyNet Listserv News/Discussions
          For discussions on the FamilyNet Lists.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LONELY_HEARTS
    The Lonely Hearts echo
          For problems to do with your love life, your lack of a
         life, your cat, your mother-in-law or your boss, this is
         the echo where you can ask for advice on how to cope with
         these difficult situations. Be forewarned that the advice
         given may be worse than the problem and be given to you
         only to make you suffer more.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:120/111                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Lesley-Dee Dylan, 1:250/525
                  Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

LORD
    L.O.R.D. Door Game Discussion
          This message area deals with all aspects of LORD (The Legend
         of the Red Dragon) Door game.  This includes setup, enhancement,
         strategy, leagues, and IGMs.  Discussion of LORD II (New
         World) is also allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 433/mo        Rules: LORD.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  George Pope, 1:348/956.69
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

LORD2_CHAT
    LORD 2 Discussion Conference.
          LORD 2 New World Echo.  LORD 2 New World is a new online
         graphical game that is the latest by Seth Able Robinson
         the author of the orginal L.O.R.D. and Planets.  This echo
         will be for the discussion about Lord 2.  EVERYONE WELCOMED.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  George Pope, 1:348/956.69
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

LORD_SYSOP
    Lord, Lord2, and TEOS Sysops and IGM Authors
          Forum for Sysops involved in Lord, Lord II, and Planets:TEOS,
         and for In Game Module Authors. This is a good place for
         technical support in all aspects of running any version
         of LORD or TEOS.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: LORD_SYS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  George Pope, 1:348/956.69
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

LOTUS
    LOTUS
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

LOVE_&_MARRIAGE
    The Relationship Conference (Dating, Sex, Love & Marria
          This conference is designed for both married couples and
         those who are hopelessly in love... <sigh>  Discuss issues
         like conflict resolution, problem solving, child raising,
         sex (provided it is not explicit), finances, and any other
         aspect of dating, love and marriage.  Discussion is not
         limited to married couples, or even dating couples, and
         input from single folk is welcome, however, this is not
         designed to be a matchmaker echo. Although, if we make a
         match...  we won't be offended. ;-) This Conference should
         be considered rated PG-13.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

LOW-FAT
    Low-Fat Recipes and discussion
          LOW-FAT is about recipes that are Low in fat and generally
         good for you. Commentary on lower fat eating is welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:275/429                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
                  Steve Read, 1:11/201
    Last changed: 6-May-2000 by Steven Read, 1:11/201
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

LS_ARRL
    Bulletins From The ARRL
          An echo for the distribution of Bulletins of interest to
         Amateur (Ham) radio operators from the American Radio Radio
         Radio Relay League, (ARRL).  Other information of interest
         to Ham radio operators is also posted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:19/33                           Group:
    Distribution: FidoNet
    Gateways:     May be gated with moderator permiss
    Language:     English.
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   , Daryl Stout 1:19/33
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Daryl Stout, 1:19/33

LUNATICS
    Lunatic Fringe
          Lunatic Fringe is for people who would like someplace to
         go where they can relax, kick their feet up, and be themselves
         - no matter how weird, obscure, flirtatious, or just plain
         silly they are. Topics can include but are not limited to;
         pointless debates (not flaming), off color discussions,
         bad jokes, puns, poetry, obscure world/local occurrences/events,
         body modification, inane conversations, pseudo intellectual
         discourse and any other mindless discussions which could
         including word play, one liners, etc. Please note this echo
         is not meant to be a haven for hate literature, perverse
         vulgar behavior or flaming. Humor is required :) and close-minded
         individuals are not welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:102/125                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:     None
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: LUNATICS.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Linda Bence, 1:102/125
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Linda Bence, 1:102/125

LURKER
    An Echo where most don't post
          Now...a place for those who can't stand to post, who want
         to remain annonymous, who will never be off-topic! Home
         of the LurKolator posting robot.  All nodes participating
         agree to not commit the sins of over-posting, over-quoting
         and obtuse replies.    In order to monitor traffic flow,
         all participants must raise their right hands each Monday
         evening at 1900 hours local time, while online.    The LurKolator
         Robot will count participants, and based upon sun and/or
         moon cycles, the amount of electrons ingested, and the general
         ROTFLMAO quotient, may or may not report results in the
         echo.    Participants who feel compelled to post should
         raise their left hands each Monday night at 1900 hours local
         time, while online to allow the LurKolator Robot to ascertain
         with minimal reference to databases, lists, compiltations
         and veiled threats from the moderator that they have weakened.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       ---                               Group: FID1
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
                  ---,
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

LUTHERAN
    Lutheran Fellowship
          Fellowship of Lutherans.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules: LUTHERAN.rul
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: Has Taken Traffic so I am echolisting it.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LYNX_GAMES
    Atari Lynx Games
          Filtered alt.games.lynx newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 102/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   greg goodwin, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

LYRICS
    Lyrics Exchange
          This echo is devoted to the exchange of published music
         lyrics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:393/9005                        Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

MAC4SALE
    Macintosh Items For Sale/Wanted
          A conference designed for ease of use to promote hardware
         and software sales of any Macintosh-related items. Minimal
         rules, wide latitude, friendly atmosphere. Discussion of
         suitability of a particular item encouraged. Commercial
         ads acceptable (and welcome) as long as they don't get 'out
         of hand'.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:202/1406                        Group:
    Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MAC4SALE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406

MACCOMM
    Macintosh Communications and Networking Echo
          This echo is for discussion related to Macintosh telecommunications
         and networking. On-topic discussion includes BBSs, the Internet,
         local area networks, and any software related to these.
         Discussion of non-networking software should be taken to
         MACSW.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Z1 backbone                       Group: FIDO
    Distribution: global
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Martijn Dekker, 1:130/1015, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Martijn Dekker <[email protected]>

MACDEV
    Macintosh Development and Scripting Echo
          This echo is for discussion of software development for
         the Macintosh in general. On-topic discussion includes development
         environments (e.g. CodeWarrior) scripting environments (e.g.
         AppleScript), programming techniques, language syntax, and
         so on.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1 backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Martijn Dekker, 1:130/1015, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Martijn Dekker <[email protected]>

MACHW
    Macintosh Hardware discussion and support echo
          This conference is for discussion, questions, and answers
         pertaining to the hardware and peripherals for the Apple
         Macintosh computer, Macintosh clones, and PPCP (PowerPC
         Platform) machines in so far as they relate to the Macintosh.
         Discussion is not limited to just the entire machine, but
         may range from individual components (video cards, RAM,
         CPUs, etc.) to repairs, whether under warranty or out of
         warranty. All levels of expertise are welcome, from "surface
         mount soldering", to "how do I connect..."
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:202/1406                        Group:
    Distribution: ZONE-1-BACKBONE, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ZONE-4, ZONE-5, ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MACHW.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406

MACSW
    Macintosh Communications and Networking Echo
          This echo is for discussion of application software for
         the Macintosh in general. On-topic discussion includes any
         type of productivity software and utilities as well. Discussion
         of software specifically related to the Mac OS should be
         taken to SYSTEM7.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Z1 backbone                       Group: FIDO
    Distribution: global
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Martijn Dekker, 1:130/1015, [email protected]
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Martijn Dekker <[email protected]>

MAC_GAMES
    Macintosh Games
          Discussion area for Macintosh games, both shareware and
         commercial. Open access to all.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:202/1406                        Group:
    Distribution: ZONE-1-BACKBONE, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ZONE-4, ZONE-5, ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MAC_GAMES.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406

MAC_TELEFINDER
    Macintosh TeleFinder BBS Support
          A support echo for discussions involving use and programming
         of Macintosh TeleFinder BBS specific features, software
         hardware recommendations. General chatter is discouraged.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:130/1015.0                      Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE, ZONE 2, ZONE 3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 86/mo        Rules: 'n Stuff
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Daniel O'Leary, Daniel_O'Leary@1:130/10
    Last changed: 28-Sep-2000 by Daniel O'Leary, 1:130/1015

MAGICK
    Magick with a k
          Discussions of the practice, theory, and ethics of what
         is often called "magick," with a "k," to distinguish it
         from stage or other "play."  The definition ... is ... discussion....
         Both skepticism and advice are welcome.  Proseletyzing is
         NOT allowed.  This is NOT a Pagan or any other religion
         area.  If you wish to debate/pontificate/or talk about religion,
         take it to either NETMAIL, or E-MAIL...or, take it to HOLYSMOKE,
         as they could use an infusion of intelligent discussion.
          The founder of the echo uses and reserves the handle of
         "Satan". Off-topic and friendly chatter is directed to our
         sister echo, Occult Chatter (OCCULT_CHAT).
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:138/5666                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: World Wide
    Gateways:     None at present
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Heavy Metal, 1:138/5666, [email protected]
                  Masochistic Maiden, 1:138/5666, [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Heavy Metal, 1:138/5666

MAINDOOR
    Main Door for Business Users
          Maindoor is an echo designed for participants interested
         in business.  Unlike other business echoes, participants
         can discuss their own business and how it may relate to
         other participants.  Unsolicited 'blind' advertisements,
         advertisements that do not clearly label the business as
         an MLM, etc. are prohibited.  MAINDOOR is a place where
         business ideas can be exchanged.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       The Barter Board BBS              Group: FID1
    Distribution: FIDO Region 1 Backbone
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

MALUM_PROHIBITUM
    Malum prohibitum discussions
         Malum Prohibitum is dedicated to the discussion of victimless
         "crimes".  Any such topic, including drug use, prostitution,
         weapons, etc., is fair game here.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Roy J. Tellason, 1:270/615, roy.j.tellason%[email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Sep-2000 by Roy J. Tellason, 1:261/1551, roy.j.tellason%[email protected] (Roy J. Tellason)

MARTIAL-ARTS
    Martial Arts Discussions
          rec.martial-arts Martial Arts discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 345/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Distributed Via Planet Connect
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MATH
    Mathematics Echo
          This is the Fido Mathematics Echo. Anything mathematical
         is topical. Have a nice day.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

MATZDOBRE
    The Mad Dog Matzdobre Echo
          Are there renegade users on the loose? Do they have hot
         tempers or claims to special rights? Use this echo to discuss
         problem users. Consider this echo a general chat and flame
         echo. No threats of physical violence!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/140                          Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Ed Koon, 1:18/140, [email protected]
                  Wayne Churnside, 1:18/140, [email protected]
                  Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

MAXDEV
    Official Maximus Developers & 3rd party Support
          Official conference for discussion of technical aspects
         of Maximus, third-party utilities for Max/Squish (and support
         of them), message base formats, and more.  Not a "general
         access" echo.  Topics relating to setup or operation of
         Maximus/Squish should be directed to the MUFFIN/TUB echos.
         (Also see the Maximus home page @ http://oeonline.com/~garyg/maximus/)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MAXDEV.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

MAXIMUS
    Maximus BBS software and related utilities
          Discussion of Maximus BBS software and related utilities
         available to all backbones.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: all backbones and zones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Calafrancesco, 1:2624/306, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

MAXIMUS_DEVELOPERS
    Maximus BBS development, direct and 3rd party software
          Discussion area for all developers of Maximus BBS software
         and related third party utilities. Available to all backbones.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: all backbones and zones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Calafrancesco, 1:2624/306, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

MCMAIL
    International McMail mailer help & support
          International Support conference for McMail mailer software.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael McCabe, 1:1/148
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/148

MCMOO_SUPPORT
    McMoo Support echo
          McMoo (Master Control for Max and Outbound Observer) is
         a DOS program designed to monitor drive space and display
         Maximus and Binkley activity on a networked BBS system.
          McMoo should operate on any DOS system with or without
         a network.  It will also operate in a "host mode" allowing
         incoming data calls to be accepted, and it contains powerful
         event scheduling routines which provide the same level of
         control as most mailers (e.g. Binkley, Front Door) and will
         notify you upon receipt of up to 35 (user-defined) files.
         McMoo includes a powerful scripting language, offering automated
         control of virtually any aspect of McMoo, DOS, or any DOS
         program!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/6                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone, FidoSpine
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Satti, 1:153/6
                  Dallas Hinton, 1:153/715
                  Dallas Hinton, 1:153/715
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Dallas Hinton (automatic robot), 1:153/715

MEADOW
    Opus CBCS Software Sysop Echo
          An information and technical Echo for the Opus Sysop who
         may require extra assistance in getting her/his Opus BBS
         running in top form. The Echo is also open to Sysops who
         are running an Opus BBS or writing software for the system.
         New Opus Sysops or Sysop-wannabes are also welcome here.
         The current version of Opus CBCS BBS/Mailer/Tosser is 1.79.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:161/[email protected]              Group:
    Distribution: ZONE1 BACKBONE, ZONE2, ZONE3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jan Murphy, 1:161/84
    Last changed: 6-Sep-2000 by Jan Murphy, 1:161/84, [email protected]

MEAL-MASTER
    Meal-Master Support Conference
          The MEAL-MASTER echo is for the discussion of the Meal-Master
         recipe program, as well as related utilities. The conference
         will include user-to-user tips and tricks, plus direct author
         support from Episoft Systems.  The area is not meant for
         the exchange of Meal-Master (or other format) recipes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:102/125                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:     INTERNET via 1:102/125
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MEAL-MASTER.RU
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Karen Mintzias, 1:102/125
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Karen Mintzias, 1:102/125

MECCA
    Official Maximus MEX & MECCA Language Support
          Official conference for discussion and sharing of MEX and
         MECCA language files for Maximus BBSes.  Sysops only, not
         a "general access" echo.  Topics relating to setup or operation
         of Maximus/ Squish should be directed to the MUFFIN/TUB
         echos. Also see the Maximus home page at http://oeonline.com/~garyg/maximus/
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MECCA.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

MEDIATE
    Mediate
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

MEDIA_WATCH
    News and current affairs
          For posting news items, and discussion of the news and
         news media including the reporting, significance and slant
         on various items Can also be used for general discussions
         of journalism and reporting Post local news items or ones
         others are unlikely to see
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Africa                  Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.media_
    Language:
    # Nodes: 10          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Echo has taken traffic so it is added to echolist.
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MEDIEVAL
    Medieval studies, re-creation, arts, etc.
          For discussion of things medieval and the hobby of medieval
         re-creation, especially (but not only) as practiced by such
         groups as the SCA, Markland, MSR, etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 200          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Dave Aronson, 1:109/120
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Dave Aronson, 1:109/120

MEMORIES
    Nostalgia
          The good old days are here again. A place to share thoughts
         and feelings from our pasts. Old time trivia questions always
         welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 500/mo        Rules: MEMORIES.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bill White, [email protected]
                  Jim White, 1:2613/404, [email protected] [email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Bill White <[email protected]>

MENSA
    Mensa, intelligence, education, other hi-IQ groups, etc
          An echo for current and potential members of Mensa (a high-IQ
         society), and anyone else, to discuss Mensa, intelligence,
         education, other related matters, and anything else.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 200          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Dave Aronson, 1:109/120
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Dave Aronson, 1:109/120

MENS_ISSUES
    Men's Issues
          MEN'S ISSUES Just what you might think; a place to discuss
         issues related to and/or specifically of interest among
         men. Women are welcome to participate, too, with the understanding
         that it is primarily a MEN'S echo. No flaming(there's netmail
         for that)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3667/5                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   George Pope, 1:153/307
    Last changed: 11-May-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

MENTAL_HEALTH
    Mental Health
          An Electronic Support Group for individuals suffering from
         Depression, Phobias, Schizophrenia and other Mental Health
         Impairments.  This is not meant to be an academic discussion
         area, it is to provide help and support to those in need.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

METALSMITH
    Discussion of all forms of metalworking
          An echo dedicated to the tradesman and hobbyist in metals;
         blacksmiths, machinists, welders, goldsmiths, silversmiths,
         tinsmiths, founders, casters and any associated professions.
         If you work or play with metal, this is for you! This is
         a friendly place; the only flames allowed are at the end
         of a torch, under a foundry furnace or in a forge.  Enter
         in the frame of mind that your workbench is clean, your
         day is done and you are joining in the conversation with
         the rest of us while we wait for the time clock to show
         the "magic minute."  Join us and share your experiences
         in some of the little-known crafts.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3613/1275                       Group:
    Distribution: NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: METALSMITH.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275.99

METALWORKING
    Metalworking Echo
          Metalworking Echo -rec.crafts.metalworking
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5843/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

META_UFO
    UFO and metaphysical discussions
          Discussion of the paranormal aspects of UFOs and metaphysical.
         All aspects of witchcraft, Pagan beliefs, etc are also on-topic.
         Discussion of the paranormal aspects of UFOs and metaphysical.
         All aspects of witchcraft, Pagan beliefs, etc are also on-topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

METHODIST
    Methodist
          A conference for Methodists to chat to each other, or for
         others to ask about Methodist doctrine and parctice
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet South Africa            Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.method
    Language:
    # Nodes: 7          Volume: 63/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Mike Chapman, 8:7903/10
                  Steve Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MIAMI-DOLPHINS
    Miami Dolphins Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.miami-domphins Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2690/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MIAMI-HEAT
    Miami Heat NBA Basketball Discussions
          filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.miami-heat Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 151/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MIDI-NET
    MIDI Music Chat (Inactive)
          A defunct echo.  Please don't attempt to relist.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: None. See above.
    Gateways:     None
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

MIL-BUCKS
    Milwaukee Bucks NBA Basketball discussions.
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.mil-bucks Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 52/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MILHISTORY
    Military History
          A general conference for the dicussion of miltary history.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     VetNet via 1:377/203
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

MILITARY_AVIATION
    Military Aviation Discussions
          Discussions on military aviation.     -   rec.aviation.military
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2836/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Request if wanted on satellite feed.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MILITARY_PEOPLE
    Echo relative to Military Life
          Discussion of <pros And Cons> military life
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:112/25                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MILITARY_PEOPL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael Downing, 1:112/25
    Last changed: 3-Aug-2000 by Michael Downing, 1:112/25@fidonet

MILITIA
    Topics related to Militia
          An echo that is used to discuss Militia subjects. This
         is NOT an anti-government echo.  We all know that the U.S.
         government can be improved, and discussion along those lines
         is welcome.  The overthrow of the government is not.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:     FidoNet EchoGate via 176:500/10.0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Roy J. Tellason, 1:270/615, roy.j.tellason%[email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Sep-2000 by Roy J. Tellason, 1:261/1551, roy.j.tellason%[email protected] (Roy J. Tellason)

MILITIA-TALK
    General Discussions about local Militia
          Filtered misc.activism.militia Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 691/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MINNESOTA-VIKINGS
    Minnestoa Viking discussions
          alt.sports.football.mn-vikings [filtered]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Familynet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2356/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp: request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MINOR-LEAGUES
    Minor League Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.minor-leagues Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 26/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, 8:8/0
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MISSING
    National Missing Persons Echo
          This echo is for locating living friends, class mates,
         etc that you may have lost track of over years, or are just
         attempting to locate.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:     GTPower RHIME Relay_Net Family Net
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 216/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Charlie Sutton, 1:323/141
    Last changed: 17-May-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "B. Charles Sutton" <[email protected]>
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

MISSING_CHILD
    Missing Children Echo
          This echo is for helping locate Children Missing due to
         stranger abductions, parental abductions, runaways etc.
          Participation of all and postings on any missing child
         is welcome.  This echo is also for the dissemination of
         information on finding lost children and protecting children
         from abduction.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:     INTERNET RIME
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 173/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , Charlie Sutton 1:323/14
    Last changed: 18-May-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "B. Charles Sutton" <[email protected]>
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

MISSIOLOGY
    Christian mission discussion
          General discussions on Christian mission studies and missiology
         including mission methods, mission principles, cross- cultural
         communication, mission history, mission education and missionary
         training.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet in Southern Africa      Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.missio
    Language:
    # Nodes: 5          Volume: 146/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MISSION
    Christian mission discussion
          Miscellaneous discussion about missions. Includes topics
         such as com- municating the Gospel cross-culturally, prayer
         requests, strategy, reports from the mission fields, etc.
         News items about mission, or events that may affect mission,
         are welcome
         Status: Active
    Origin:       8:7903/10                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.missio
    Language:
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MISSIONS
    Missionary Newsletter Conference
          Missionary Letters from the Mission fields. READ ONLY Conference,
         Discussions NOT allowed! Available via [email protected]
         Internet List server.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       8:8/0                             Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 17/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: *** READ ONLY ****
    Moderators:   Maureen Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MK
    Mythical Kingdom
          This forum is dedicated for the discussion and support
         of software originally written by Mark May.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3634/12                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: R18 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   mark lewis, 1:3634/12
                  mark lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

MKE-BREWERS
    Milwaukee Brewer Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.mke-brewers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 86/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ML-BASEBALL
    Major League Baseball
          Discussions the great sport of MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL!
         Share facts, figures, opinions, questions, comments, and
         observations about baseball.  Talk about your local team
         or favorite stars.  Come to a forum where the love of the
         US National Pastime is kept alive with debates, stories,
         & memories. If you love baseball, you should be reading
         ML-BASEBALL! Echo is NOT to be gated without moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:393/9005                        Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

MN-TWINS
    Minnesota Twins Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.mn-twins Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 137/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MN-WOLVES
    Minnesota Wolves NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.mn-wolves discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 59/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MOD1000
    Tandy Model 1000 Personal Computers Conference
          MOD1000 Conference is for the Tandy 1000 owner.  Discussions
         include:  Hardware upgrades, software compatibility and
         general problems encountered in the everyday use of the
         Tandy Computer.  Participating in this conference are representatives
         from Radio Shack, Sysops, and Users.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/117                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 60          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Paul Casey, 1:343/117
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Paul Casey, 1:343/100

MODEL_RAILROADING
    Model Railroading Discussions
          Model Railroading Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2399/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: If desired on satellite feed, please request in ECHOES.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MODEM
    Generic Modem discussions
          Filtered comp.dcom.modems discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 899/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MODEMS
    Discussion of modems in general and related topics
          The purpose of the MODEMS echo is to provide a forum for
         discussion of all modem brands and models, (anything from
         300 to 128K) but with primary focus on high speed modems
         in particular. Related topics include discussion of modem
         setups, init. strings and configurations. New product announcements
         and discussions are welcome. Ads for sale/trade as well
         as product-bashing comments are not.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:115/776                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     No gating w/o mod's permission
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Sean Dennis, 1:115/776, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Sean_Dennis, 1:115/776, [email protected]

MODERATOR
    Moderator's Echo
          For moderators of all echoes to exchange ideas, help each
         other, and discuss the ever changing face of Fidonet echomail
         and echo participants.  Kent Anderson, Moderator In Memoriam.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/1.4                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Zones Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 240/mo        Rules: MODERATOR.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: Limited to Moderators and Fidonet "C's"
    Moderators:   Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4
                  Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4

MODERATORS
    Discuss/Debate matters relating to Echo Moderation in Z
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FIDO                              Group:
    Distribution: Restricted to Moderators
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MOD-RULE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Steve Stacher, 2:443/888, [email protected]
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by Steve Stacher, 2:443/888

MODR8TR
    Fidonet Moderator/Co-Moderator Echo
          The PRIMARY purpose of this echo is to provide a centralized
         forum for the discussion of problems faced by Moderators
         of conferences that are being distributed through one of
         the various echomail distribution channels using Fidonet
         nodenumbers.  Moderators and Co-Moderators are welcome and
         encouraged to participate in this conference.  Prior approval
         for Moderators and Co-Moderators is NOT required as long
         as you are listed in the ELIST as maintained by 1:1/21.
          Users are welcome if they have business with a Moderator/Co-Moderator.
          Check your flame-throwers at the door. Only those distribution
         systems listed below are authorized to carry this conference.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:232/10                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FTPNET, PLANET_CONNECT, NAB_BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Martin Belcke, 1:232/16
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Martin Belcke, 1:232/16

MOD_COUNCIL
    Discussions concerning Echomail Distribution and a Mode
          MOD_COUNCIL can be used by moderators, routers and others
         for discussions concerning issues associated with the ECHOLIST
         and Distribution.  One goal of the echo will be to investigate
         and possibly develop a Moderator's Council to address issues
         that are moderator specific. Moderators, Sysops, and those
         involved in the distribution of echomail are welcome as
         participants.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

MONTE
    Monty Python Conference
           This echo is dedicated to the continuation of Monty Python.
         Monty Python is a British Sketch Comedy program and is very
          silly, meaning that this echo is also silly.  Common conversations
         include:  Arguments (argument sketch style), Spam (what
         it doesn't taste like, uses, etc.), posting of sketches,
         and on rare occasions, serious discussion about the sketches.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:353/385.0                       Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 100          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAl
    Moderators:   Brad Reddekopp, 1:17/165
    Last changed: 31-Jul-2000 by Dale Ross, 1:379/45, [email protected]

MONTREAL-EXPOS
    Montreal Expos Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.montreal-expos Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 103/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not dirstibuted via Planet Connect; Request if desired.\
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

MOOSECHAT
    Moose and Hoser "Canadian Humor" Chat
          MooseChat is an echo for anyone who wants to attempt witty,
         humorous, or just plain silly messages. Many distinguished
         moose, Hosers from the Great White North, and even famous
         Performance Artists like Saddam Hussein and George Bush
         have all frequented MooseChat at one time or another. A
         moose- like angle, alias, or shtick is appreciated but not
         necessary. Moose sometimes stray into serious topics and
         political satire is often seen, but those attempting serious
         discussion may need to survive receiving silly replies.
         The MooseChat "echo theme" is to disseminate knowledge about
         the noble moose, to discuss attributes of moose we have
         known and admired, and to enter messages which are a bit
         more silly or offbeat than one finds in most other echoes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet NA Backbone & Z1 Backbone, FidoSpine, Planet Co
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 43/mo        Rules: MOOSE.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hart, 1:249/127
                  Steve Hart, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-May-2000 by Stephen Hart, 1:249/127
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

MORMON
    The "MORMON" Religion Conference
          A controlled conference where people may discuss and ask
         questions about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day
         Saints, commonly known as the "Mormons," and related "restorationist"
         religions. Senior Moderator: Tom Huber
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Tom Huber, 1:115/477
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by NWStar, 1:140/1

MORSE
    Discussions about Morse Code
          Discussions concerning Morse Code.  While most morse code
         users are amateur radio operators, others using the code
         or having an interest are encourgaged to join the group.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

MOSCOW_OKLAHOMA
    LINK BETWEEN The States and Moscow!
          INTERNATIONAL ECHO. Sole purpose to communicate across
         shores,  Talking With the Russians in English and/or Russian
         language. Learn more about their history of Government,
         Space Accomplishments, Language and much more, Asking questions
         to obtain knowledge of their society is permitted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/503                         Group:
    Distribution: (BACKBONED in ZONE 1) ZONE 2
    Gateways:
    Language:     ENGLISH, RUSSIAN
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503
                  Dmitry Baronov, 2:5020/80
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503@Fidonet

MOTORCYCLE
    Motorcycles, Live to Ride Ride to Live!
          A place where folks who ride Motorcycles and folks who
         want more info on Motorcycles can hang out and talk about
         WHATEVER they feel like! A Laid back place to find out about
         things like the latest MC goodies to the latest Government
         hassles for those of us who Ride or want to Ride, a place
         to talk stories with your Friends (those you have and have
         Not yet met), a Place to find someone who has "been there
         and done that" and can try to help you from having the same
         problems! A place where there is NO Bike Bashing!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

MSGED_ECHO
    MsgEd Support/Discussions/Solutions
          International Conference for the discussion and development
         of MsgEd.  Current release version is TE_05.  Developmental
         Version TE_06 is well past Beta, and Daily updates of the
         Source Code are available from the author's web site.  Executable
         versions are periodically compiled for almost all OSs, and
         are also available from the author's web site.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/1.4                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Zones Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4

MST3K
    Mystery Science Theater 3000
          A general discussion on the cable comedy show Mystery Science
         Theater 3000 and classic bad science fiction/fantasy movies
         as well as bad television in a relaxed atmosphere. Discussion
         of COMEDY CENTRAL general programming is also allowed. "Bite
         me, it's fun!"
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2604/104                        Group:
    Distribution: Z1, all fidonet zones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 173/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jim McLaughlin, 1:2604/104
                  Tony Trujillo, 1:2604/104
    Last changed: 21-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected] (Jim McLaughlin)

MTG_WOC
    Magic: The Gathering - Wizards of the Coast
          Discussion on everything about the CCG Magic: The Gathering
         is more than welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tony Summerfelt, 1:249/139
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by tony summerfelt, 1:249/139

MUFFIN
    Official Maximus BBS Software Support (Sysops Only)
          Official conference for discussion/support of Maximus BBS
         software, and directly related utilities.  Access limited
         to SysOps (or soon-to-be-sysops) who currently run or are
         setting up a Maximus BBS system. (Also see the Maximus home
         page @ http://oeonline.com/~garyg/maximus/ )
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: MUFFIN.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

MULT-SCLEROSIS
    Echo for the Multiple Sclerosis Suffers to swap ideas
          Echo for the Multiple Sclerosis Suffers to swap ideas
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:770/245                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Ewan Elliott, 3:770/245, [email protected]
                  Norm Bowden, 3:770/245, [email protected]
    Last changed: 18-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Norm Bowden" <[email protected]>

MUSE
    Muse Studio poets' conference
          This is an area for serious poets to discuss the art and
         technique of poetry.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:135/907                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rachel Veraa, 1:135/907
    Last changed: 6-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

MUSIC
    Music Discussion of All Types
          This echo is for all discussion of music, from classical
         to punk, Aerosmith to ZZ Top.  If you heard a new song and
         want to know who sang it, or want to talk about your old
         lps (what are those?), this is the place to do it.  You
         can talk about practically anything relating to music. NOTE:
         Gating MUSIC to another net without written permission is
         PROHIBITED.  Furthermore, gating messages from another net
         strictly prohibited. These restrictions include, but are
         not limited to, the Internet/Usenet.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Origin: 1:129/41                  Group:
    Distribution: Distribution: Backbone, International
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:    MUSIC.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Chuck Allen, 1:129/41, [email protected]
    Last changed: 12-Aug-2000 by Chuck Allen, 1:129/41

MW_SYSOP
    Mid West SysOp Chat
          General chat, system operators only.  This Fidonet based
         echo is directed at the folks living in the midwest, but
         is not limited to just Fidonet or Region 14 or FTN's Also
         see   MW_USER  and  BRANSON
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael McCabe, 1:1/121
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/121

MW_USERS
    Mid West Users Chat
          General chat, Rated "G" only. This Fidonet based echo is
         directed at the folks living in the midwest, but is not
         limited to just Fidonet (or Region 14)!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael McCabe, 1:1/121
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/121

MYSTERY
    Mystery fiction
          Discussion of literary works of mystery, espionage, and
         related genres in all media.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jan Murphy, 1:161/[email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Sep-2000 by Jan Murphy, 1:161/84, [email protected]

NAB
    North American Backbone Echo
          Discussion of matters relating specifically to the North
         American Backbone (NAB) Distribution system including distribution,
         routing, echoes carried, contents of BACKBONE.NA and BACKSTAT.NA,
         Backbone operating procedures, connections to the Backbone
         Hubs, and requests for addition of new echoes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: PRIVA
    Distribution: Private, restricted
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: NAB.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Any NAB ZHub, 1:1/20
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by NAB Robot, 1:1/20

NAMEFIX
    NAMEFIX Find
          Namefix works like filefind, but for users. A message is
         entered in the conference to "NAMEFIX" and all systems that
         run a namefix utility search their userlogs. If a user is
         found, a message is posted in the echo. If interested in
         seeing this on the Fidonet backbone or any other networks,
         please request through normal channels (1:124/5009 gates
         through the Southern Star 1:396/1). I would like to see
         this become an InterNetwork vehicle for finding people.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Fidonet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Would like to see 1 namefix echo for all nets... will gate a
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NASCAR
    NASCAR Discussion Conference.
          NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STOCK CAR AUTO RACING.  NASCAR
         is the fastest growing sport in the world today. This conference
         will cover all forms of NASCAR racing, from Winston Cup,
         Busch Grand National, Craftsman Super Truck and all the
         smaller series also. Get involved in the fastest growing
         sport today and give us a try.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NASCAR_CONTEST
    NASCAR Pick-3 Racing Contest Conference.
          NASCAR Pick-3 Racing Contest Conference will be for a Racing
         Pick-3 contest where you will try to pick the top 3 finishers
         in the upcoming NASCAR Winston Cup races.  You will earn
         points based on the NASCAR points system plus bonuses for
         picking right.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NATURE_FMY
    The natural worldn
          For discussing anything to do with the natural world -
         bird-watchers, wild animal lovers, botanists, zoologists,
         ecology and the environment etc. Domestic animal lovers
         should rather use the PETS echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       8:7903/10                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.nature
    Language:
    # Nodes: 2          Volume: 13/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NAT_FLEA_MKT
    Hard to Find items for sale or Trade
          To locate or Post items for sale or Trade. NO COMMERCIAL
         ADS PERMITTED!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NBA_ECHO
    The NBA Echo
          Wanna talk the NBA? How about the CBA? WNBA? ABL? Hey,
         this is the place. Come one, come all. Leave your profanity
         behind and open your mind to professional basketball.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/1701                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: NBA_ECHO.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Ed Grinnell, 1:170/1701
    Last changed: 28-Aug-2000 by Imsend 2.50, 1:170/100

NC-STATE-SPORTS
    North Carolina State Sports Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.college.nc-state Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NCFILE
    NCFILE
          North Carolina. File Queries and Announcements.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: R18
    Distribution: R18 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NCSALE
    NC For Sale
          North Carolina For Sale & Flea Market
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: R18
    Distribution: R18 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NE-PATRIOTS
    New England Patriots Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.ne-patriots Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3125/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NEC18
    Region 18 Echo Coordinator Conference
          Conference for Region 18 NEC's: discussion and general
         information.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Region 18 only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

NEC343
    Lesser Seattle Opera's NEC Conference
          NEC343 conference is a forum for the NEC of Net 343 to
         provide information to FidoNet's NET343.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/0                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: Local (Lesser Seattle Opera NET 343 Seattle, WA)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 16/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   John Pengelly, 1:343/92, [email protected]
                  Bob Jones, 1:343/41, [email protected]
                  Dan Updike, 1:343/177
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Moderator's_email_address, 1:261/1551, John Pengelly <[email protected]>

NESYSOP
    New England Regional Sysop Echo
         New England (Region 16) Official Sysop Conference Moderated
         ex-officio by RC 16 from 1:16/0
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Region 16 echomail hub ring (1    Group:
    Distribution: REGION-16-ONLY
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYS
    Moderators:   Jerry Schwartz, 1:142/928
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Jerry Schwartz, 1:142/928

NET140.CHATTER
    Net 140 Chatter echo
          A chatter conference for users in Net 140, Saskatchewan,
         Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Distribution: Private restricted to Net140 only
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   NC140, 1:140/0
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by NC140, 1:140/0
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

NET140.ECHOHUBS
    Net 140 Admin echo
          Administration conference for echohubs in Net 140, Saskatchewan,
         Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private restricted to Net140 only
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   NC140, 1:140/0
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by NC140, 1:140/0
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

NET140.FORSALE
    Net 140 For Sale echo
          A For Sale conference for all users in Net 140, Saskatchewan,
         Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private restricted to Net140 only
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   NC140, 1:140/0
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by NC140, 1:140/0
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

NET140.HUBS
    Net140 administrative echo
          An administrative echo for the mail movers of Net 140.
          Write access by invitation only
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private, restricted to Net 140
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   NC140, 1:140/0
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by NC140, 1:140/0
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

NET140.SYSOP
    Net 140 Sysop echo
          An admin conference for sysops in Net 140, Saskatchewan,
         Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private restricted to Net140 only
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   NC140, 1:140/0
    Last changed: 27-Sep-2000 by NC140, 1:140/0

NET140.TECH
    Net 140 Technical echo
          A technical support conference for users in Net 140, Saskatchewan,
         Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private restricted to Net140 only
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   NC140, 1:140/0
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by NC140, 1:140/0
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

NET343
    Lesser Seattle Opera's SysOp Conference
          NET343 conference is an administrative echo designed to
         provide access to the NC, NEC of FidoNet's NET343.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/0                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: Local (Lesser Seattle Opera NET 343 Seattle, WA)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   John Pengelly, 1:343/92, [email protected]
                  Bob Jones, 1:343/41, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Moderator's_email_address, 1:261/1551, John Pengelly <[email protected]>

NETLINE
    Coordination Echo for *.C's of the Other Networks
          Participants can share information on Independent Echoes,
         Technical matters , etc.  An information file can be freq'd
         with the magic name of netline from 1:261/1352, or via internet
         by addressing [email protected]. While the echo is
         primarily designed for *.C's of othernetworks, anyone with
         an interest in network coordination and/or distribution
         is welcome to become a participant.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FID1
    Distribution: Zone1 Backbone
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: netline.rul
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

NETSCAPE
    The Netscape Discussion and Support Echo!
          Your FidoNet resource for information, press releases,
         user tips, and unofficial support for Netscape Navigator.
         Share experiences, tips, and news about this state of the
         art web utility. Discussion of all flavors of Netscape are
         welcome and encouraged. Discussion of latest releases, patches,
         and bug reports are also encouraged.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NET_DEV
    FidoNet NetWork Development Echo
          This echo is for the technical discussion of Fidonet network
         development and Fidonet technical standards
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Goran Eriksson, 2:201/505
    Last changed: 31-Oct-2000 by Goran Eriksson, 2:201/505

NET_FILES
    NET_FILES
          FamilyNet File Announcement Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: 1:115/887 8:8/0
    Gateways:     FIDONET 8:8/0<>1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NET_KIDS
    Network Kid echo
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet/Planet Connect/[email protected]
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Daniel Fairhead, 8:7600/32
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NET_MAILER
    FamilyNet Mailer Discussions
          FamilyNet Discussions about all mailer programs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NET_TEEN
    Network Teen echo
          A place for teens to chat amongst themselves. G-Rating
         is a must
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet/Planet Connect/[email protected]
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 54/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Graham Downs, 8:7903/1
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NET_WIDE_CHATTER
    ENTIRE FidoNet Network General Chat Area!
          General discussions on most any subjects.  Very few rules
         will apply in this echo but please respect others and no
         name calling or flaming.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NEWSCHAT
    Read and discuss FidoNews articles _ONLY_
          A Zone-1-wide echo for users and SysOps to read the FidoNews
         on-line, and comment and chat about what's happening in
         Fidonet. No article submissions will be accepted. Topics
         limited to 3 weeks from the date of the original article.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Deep Space 417, 234:10/0          Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 130/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 1:286/1701
    Last changed: 12-Jul-2000 by Ray. Brown, 1:286/1701

NEWTON
    Newton Computer Discussions
          Filtered comp.sys.newton.misc newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 424/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   greg goodwin, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NEWTON-PROG
    Filtered Internet Newsgroup
          Filtered comp.sys.newston.programming Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 144/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Greg Goodwin, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NEW_AGE_ECHO
    New Age Discussions.
          For exchanging information and experiences regarding New
         Age living, thoughts, and problems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NEW_SYSOP
    Novice sysops' support echo
          Tips, tricks, problem solving, setup help, and more....
         Discussion and testing forum for new and novice sysops.
         Test msgs are ok; BBS, door, and 'othernet' adverts are
         not. Please allow the moderator(s) to reply to test msgs.
         Also, please include a cut-off date for replies (I suggest
         a starting point of 3-days), so you're not still receiving
         them 3-weeks later.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NFB-TALK
    National Federation of the Blind news/discussion
          News and discussion of topics of specific interest to members
         of the National Federation of the Blind and our friends.
         NFB Talk is now available as an Internet mailing list. DESC
         You can also Telnet to NFB NET using the Internet. Send
         a message to "[email protected]" without the quotes. DESC
         Leave the subject blank and put subscribe nfb-talk   in
         the body of the message. Also, an archive of NFB Talk Messages
         can be found on the Web DESC at http://www.nfbnet.org.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:282/1045                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1-6 backbones via 1:282/1045, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     Internet mailing list from 1:282/10
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 225          Volume: 650/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   David Andrews, 1:282/1045
                  David Andrews, [email protected]
                  David Andrews, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by David Andrews, 1:282/1045

NFL
    National Football League
          An area for the friendly discussions of the great sport
         of NFL Football.  Everyone is welcome to share facts, figures,
         opinions, questions, and observations about football in
         the National Football League.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     N/A
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 216/mo        Rules: NFL.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

NHB
    All about No Holds Barred Wrestling
          For discussion on No Holds Barred Wrestling.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       unknown                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: you pick it up
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Phil Simpson, 1:229/731, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Phil Simpson <[email protected]>

NHL
    National Hocky League - Place holder.
          This echo is being organized by Michael Grant for future
         distribution.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: Z1B, NAB
    Gateways:     Z1B, NAB
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Michael Grant, 1:134/11
    Last changed: 22-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

NHL-CHAT
    National Hockey League Chat Conference
          Filtered Sports.hockey.nhl.chat newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NHL-HOCKEY
    Generic NHL Hockey discussions.
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 45/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NJ_COMPUTERS4SALE
    nj.market.computers [filtered]
          Computer Want Ads for New Jersey
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available via satellite/ftp: Please request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NJ_EVENTS
    nj.events [filtered]
          New Jersey Happenings
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available via satellite/ftp: Please request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NJ_GENERAL
    nj.general [filtered]
          New Jersey General Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 252/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available via satellite/ftp: Please request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NJ_GOFER
    New Jersey's North West Gofer group
           The OFFICIAL GOFER echo for the North West part of the
         GOFER_NJ network.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       NEW JERSEY                        Group:
    Distribution: NEW JERSEY
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 41          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

NJ_MISC
    nj.misc [filtered]
          Misc New Jersey Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 199/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available via satellite/ftp: Please request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NJ_NETS
    New Jersey Nets Basketball Team
          New Jersey Nets Basketball Team
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 24/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NJ_POLITICS
    nj.politics [filtered]
          New jersey Politics
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 207/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available via satellite/ftp: Please request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NJ_WEATHER
    nj.weather [filtered]
          New Jersey Weather
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available via satellite/ftp: Please request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NO-SAINTS
    New Orleans Saints Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.no-saints Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 816/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NODES
    General Discussion
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       None                              Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

NONPROFITS
    Discussions for 501(c)(3) corporations
          Filtered Internet Newsgroup for discussions of 501(c)(3)
         not-for-profit corporations.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 295/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp feed - request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NOTANOTHERBUG
    General Programming Conference
          Generic Programming Conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Planet Connect/FTP
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NOTRE-DAME-SPTS
    Notre Dame College Sports Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.college.notre-dame Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 281/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NOVELL
    Novell Tech Support
          Tech Q&A support conference for Novell NetWare and related
         products.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: Fido
    Distribution: Fidonet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Frank Ramsey, 1:157/110.70
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290

NO_MODERATOR
    Who owns this echo?
          LaCosta claims that the MODERATOR of RECORD owns the echo
         because his Robot software says so.  If there's no MODERATOR
         listed, who owns an echo?  The Elist Keeper?  The holder
         of the password in trust for the users?  Who has the final
         say so, the Elist Keeper, the Trustee, the ZEC, the ZC or
         the users of the echo?  All this and more as the topic of
         discussion heats up and the Final Solution is determined
         when the echo is backboned...
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO1
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:     ENGLISH, AMERICAN ENGLISH
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

NTHELP
    Windows NT HELP Newsgroup=20
           This echo is gated from news.barkto.com Operating systems
         and related software.=20
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone, Z2-Backbone, Z3-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 500          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Dale Ross, 1:379/45
                  Dale Ross, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Dale Ross, 1:379/45, [email protected]

NUREL
    New Religious Movements
          For academic discussion of new religious movements. The
         discussion may be from the point of view of one discipline,
         or it may be interdisciplinary. This was gated from the
         new religious movements mailing list, but the gating is
         broken at the moment. Discussion is still welcome, however,
         and some messages are crossposted
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa (R      Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     List NUREL-L gated from Internet
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3          Volume: 31/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Hayes, 8:7903/10
                  Irving Hexham,
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NY-JETS
    New Jets Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.ny-jets Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2580/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NY-KNICKS
    NY Knicks NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.ny-knicks Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1008/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NY_GIANTS
    New York Giants Football
          New York Giants Football
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1708/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NY_METS
    New York Mets Baseball Discussions
          New Your Mets Baseball Team discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4432/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NY_RANGERS
    New York Rangers Hockey Discussions
          New York Rangers Hockey Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1229/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed Via satellite:If Interested Please request
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NY_YANKEES
    New York Yankees
          New York Yankees Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3673/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite:Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

NZ_GENEALOGY
    New Zealand Genealogy
          A forum for the discussion of any matter relating to the
         Genealogy, Heraldic and Family History of the peoples resident,
         or who have been resident in the islands normally referred
         to as NEW ZEALAND. This Conference is open to anyone anywhere
         in the world.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:772/1                           Group:
    Distribution: World-wide
    Gateways:
    Language:     ENGLISH
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Miles Maxted, 3:772/1
                  Miles Maxted, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Jun-2000 by <[email protected]>, 1:261/1551, <[email protected]>(Miles Maxted)

OAKLAND-AS
    Oakland Athletics Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.oakland-as Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 269/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OBERON
    Oberon Computer Language Discussions
          Filtered comp.lang.oberon newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 117/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Chris Glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OCCULT_CHAT
    Chatter About The Occult, and Paganism
          This is an echo for chatter related to conversations about,
         or relating to, the Occult, and/or Paganism in general.
         Discussions concerning the religious aspects of Magick (as
         used by Wiccans, Pagans, Shaman, etc.) will be regarded
         as being ON TOPIC.  For the general applications of Magick
         (as used by Wiccans, etc.), please visit our sister echo,
         MAGICK. Bible Thumping, Proseletizing, etc., are STRICTLY
         forbidden, as we are here to LEARN and SHARE. While the
         PRIMARY focus of this echo is geared towards Pagan/Occult
         discussions, we invite ALL faiths to join the conversation(s),
         and share.  All we ask is that it be done politely. Any
         Moderator of any of the occult or philosophy style echoes
         offered by any network are invited to make use of this resource.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:138/5666                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: World Wide
    Gateways:     None at present
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Masochistic Maiden, 1:138/5666, [email protected]
                  Heavy Metal, 1:138/5666, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Masochistic Maiden, 1:138/5666

OC_ADMIN
    Orthodox Network Administration
          Administration of Orthodox network OCNet, which is operating
         as part of FamilyNet. All sysops who carry any OCNet conferences
         should link to this one as well
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa, O      Group: OCNet
    Distribution: OCNet, Familynet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: Sysops only
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OC_BIBLE
    Orthodox Bible
          Bible discussions from an Orthodox point of view
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa, OC     Group: OCNet
    Distribution: OCNet, Familynet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 91/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OC_BOOKS
    Orthodox Books
          Book discussions from an Orthodox point of view
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet South Africa            Group: OCNet
    Distribution: OCNet, FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 5          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OC_COMMON
    Orthodox Common
          Common conference for general discussions between users
         of BBSs carrying Orthodox conferences. This is for messages
         that would be off topic in the more specific conferences
         and is primarily for making personal contact with others
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa, OC     Group: OCNet
    Distribution: OCNet, Familynet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OC_ORTHODOX
    Orthodox
          General discussions on the Orthodox Christian faith and
         Orthodox Churches. This is the main OCNet discussion conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:       OCNet, FamilyNet South Africa     Group: OCNet
    Distribution: OCNet, Familynet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list oc.orthodox
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 150/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OC_PENPALS
    Orthodox Christian Penfriends Club
          Discussions for members of the Orthodox Christian Penfriends
         Club and people who who would like to become members. If
         you are not a member and don't want to become one, rather
         join the OC_ORTHODOX conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:       OCNet, FamilyNet South Africa     Group: OCNet
    Distribution: OCNet, Familynet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list oc.penpals
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OC_RELIGION
    Religion
          Discussion of religions generally, and their relation to
         Orthodox Christianity. While this conference centres on
         Orthodox Christianity, members of other religious bodies
         are welcome to participate, and to discuss or explain their
         religion.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: OCNet
    Distribution: OCNet, FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OFFICE_SUPPORT
    Microsoft Office Discussion and Support
          User to user support for all versions of Microsoft Office
         including Visual Basic for Applications.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       6:750/223                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoNet NAB, FidoNet Z1B, RIME
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAlL
    Moderators:   Patrick Basister, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

OFFLINE
    Offline Mail Readers
          This echo serves to discuss Offline Mail in general, and
         the associated Offline Mail Doors and Readers available
         for any BBS Software, Operating System, etc. We encourage
         discussion by users interested in general offline mail topics,
         features, locating readers and utility programs, or seeking
         assistance with reading mail. Author participation is welcome
         and encouraged!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 200/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jim Hanoian, 1:106/2000, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Aug-2000 by Jim Hanoian, 1:106/2000, [email protected]

OFF_TOPIC
    Christian chat echo
          This echo is devoted to conversations between Christians
         on a variety of topics.....
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone/Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 45/mo        Rules: OTRULES.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: [email protected]
    Moderators:   Susan Vater, 8:7401/14
                  Sue Fairhead, 8:7600/32
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OKLAHOMA
    GENERAL CHAT FOR OKLAHOMA
          For those that have lived in the state that would like
         to chat about their state. Such subjects: Government, Geographics,
         Economics, History, current events and etc,,,
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/503                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503
                  Linda Hargraves, 1:170/160
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503@Fidonet

OLB
    Online Bible Discussions
          DIscussions on Online Bible Software
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Aug-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OLD-ENGINE
    Old Engines discussion echo
          Old Engines echo place holder Pending List-server
         Status: Active
    Origin:       397/6                 FIDO        Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:     Moderator Request only
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Elvis HArgrove, 1:397/6
    Last changed: 6-Aug-2000 by Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6@fidonet

OLD-ENGINES
    Old Engines discussion echo
          Old Engines discussion echo Old Engines echo place holder
         Pending List-server
         Status: Active
    Origin:       397/6                 FIDO        Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:     Moderator Request only
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: Has Rules
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Elvis HArgrove, 1:397/6
                  Elvis HArgrove, 1:397/6
    Last changed: 17-Aug-2000 by Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275@fidonet

OLDCARS
    Old Cars and Related Topics
          A general conference for talking about old cars, parts
         for older cars, stories about old cars. What is an old car??
         we'll talk about most anything older than 15 years or so.
         If you have a question if it is old, bring it up and see
         if we bark about it, (we won't bite).
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/200                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:  OLDCARS.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
                  Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200

OLDENGINES
    Old Engines discussion echo
          Old Engines echo place holder Pending List-server
         Status: Active
    Origin:       397/6                 FIDO        Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:     Moderator Request only
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: Has Rules
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Elvis HArgrove, 1:397/6
    Last changed: 6-Aug-2000 by Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6@fidonet

OLDTRUCK
    OldTruck: What can you do with them??? Barter!!!!
          The OLDTRUCK echo is devoted to discussios concerning Barter,
         Counter-Trade and other allied fields. Partcipants may also
         join in discussions about trucks, restorations and sources
         of parts for Old Trucks.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FID1
    Distribution: FIDONET ZONE 1 BACKBONE
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

OLD_ENGINE
    Fidonet Nostalgia and Old Engine Conference
          Discussion of old or obsolete engines. Ask the people who
         restore and maintain them. From single cylinder Flywheeler
         engines to Multi cylinder aircraft radials and beyond. Limited
         automotive internal combustion help.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:397/6                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z-1 backbone
    Gateways:     NONE
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6
                  Emeritus Jim Dunmyer, 1:234/2
                  Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275
    Last changed: 29-May-2000 by Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6@fidonet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

OLD_ENGINES
    Old Engines discussion echo
          Old Engines discussion echo Old Engines echo place holder
         Pending List-server
         Status: Active
    Origin:       397/6                 FIDO        Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:     Moderator Request only
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: Has Rules
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Elvis HArgrove, 1:397/6
    Last changed: 17-Aug-2000 by Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275@fidonet

ON_LINE_GAMES
    Online BBS door games conference.
          BBS callers, sysops, and door developers can meet to discuss
         their favorite online door games. Topics include general
         doors chat, door development, door design, doors beta testing,
         new door ideas, and issues surrounding on-line games in
         general.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:218/900                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   John Hentsch, 1:218/900
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

OPINION
    Opinions and Hot Topics
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       None                              Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

ORL-MAGIC
    Orlando Magic NBA Basketball Discussions
          filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.orl-magic Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 54/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not disrtibuted via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OS2
    Fidonet International OS/2 Conference
          The OS/2 conference is for the discussion of the OS/2 operating
         system, its native applications, its marketing, and other
         directly related issues. Sysops are encouraged to carry
         the entire family of Fidonet OS/2 conferences so that their
         users will have access to all avenues of OS/2 discussion.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     english
    # Nodes: 419          Volume: 1733/mo        Rules: OS2.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   George White, 2:257/609.6
                  George White, 2:255/90.14
    Last changed: 9-Jul-2000 by George White, 2:257/609.6

OS2DOSBBS
    Support For DOS-Based BBS Software Under OS/2
          An open conference for the discussion of running DOS-based
         BBS, mailer, door, and utility software in a DOS session
         under IBM's OS/2 operating system.  Discussion of native
         OS/2 BBS software, as well as other OS/2-related topics,
         is permitted *ONLY* as far as they relate to running DOS-based
         BBS software under OS/2.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:213/742                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Randal Putnam, 1:213/742
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by Randal Putnam, 1:213/742

OS2FORSALE
    Forum for buyers and sellers of OS2 compatable products
          A FORSALE echo with a specific theme, all merchandise must
         be compatable with OS2. Commercial postings will be allowed
         but spamming of huge numbers of posts in a row will be discouraged.
         Vendors who advertise products that are not compatable with
         OS2 will be asked to take their wares elsewhere. This echo
         is not intended to replace the OS2HW echo where discussion
         of what works and doesn't work takes place, but is to assist
         buyers and sellers of OS2 related products to find each
         other.  Keep the language clean.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Dave Calafrancesco, 1:2624/801
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

OS2HW
    OS/2 Hardware
          Discussion of hardware issues relating to the OS/2 operating
         system such as device drivers, hardware compatibility, installation
         difficulties, and hardware performance.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: all backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Lynn Nash, 1:218/1001, [email protected]
                  David Calafrancesco, 1:2624/306, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

OS2INET
    The Internet and OS/2 Integration and Use
          Discussion of the Internet and how to interface with it
         in OS/2. Topics include Internet configuration, Internet
         clients and servers, scripting including REXX, HTML, and
         other Internet related coding, user assistance and distribution
         of interesting Internet WWW, Gopher, FTP sites, IRC channels,
         Winsock programs and utilities in Win-OS2.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: all backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Calafrancesco, 1:2624/306, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

OS2LAN
    OS/2 Local Area Networks
          The OS2LAN conference deals with local area and wide area
         (LANs and WANs) network systems that involve the use of
         IBM's OS/2 operating system  (and its predecessors).  This
         includes systems that have file servers based on OS/2 and
         systems that support OS/2 based requestors. Allowed topics
         include those mentioned above, as well as hardware, software
         related items specific to the same.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: all backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Alec Herrmann, 1:153/8086, [email protected]
                  David Calafrancesco, 1:2624/306, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

OS2PROG
    The FidoNet OS/2 Programming Echo
          The OS2PROG echo provides a forum for the discussion and
         problem resolution of programming under OS/2.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:109/347                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 150/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   David Noon, 1:109/347
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

OS2REXX
    The FidoNet OS2REXX Echo
          The OS2REXX echo provides a forum for the discussion and
         problem resolution of programming in the REXX language under
         OS/2.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:109/347                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 150/mo        Rules: OS2REXX.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   David Noon, 1:109/347
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

OSDEBATE
    Operating System Debate
          The International OSDEBATE FidoNet Echomail conference!
          Discussion and debate of current and past Operating Systems=20
         and Operating System Technologies.  The purpose of this
         echo is to allow a place that users can=20 debate the merits
         of an operating system without cluttering=20 the echoes
         where such debate would be considered off-topic.  All FidoNet
         systems carrying this echo must agree to the=20 published
         rules.  FTP Distribution is available from WinBBS.DynIP.com
         as well as uuencoded *.pkts sent via SMTP mail.=20 Contact
         [email protected]  To contact the moderators via Internet
         Email: [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/45                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1B, NAB
    Gateways:     2:440/4
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: OSDEBATE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Dale Ross, 1:379/45, [email protected]
                  Quentin Stephens, 1:379/45
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by Dale Ross, 1:379/45, [email protected]

OTHERNETS
    OtherNets: Information on Networks other than FidoNet
          The OTHERNETS echo has been established for the dissemination
         of information about "OtherNets".  OtherNets are the multiple
         alternative networks other than FidoNet.  Many of us know
         of some, such as AmberNet, EggNet, Signet and RBBS-NET.
         But, did you know a network exists for Star Trek fans? Or
         business users?  How about a network for those of the Christian
         Faith?  Have you heard of LCRNet? Paranet? CandyNet? Where
         can you find Netland Electronic Magazine? If you're interested
         in alternative networks, you'll want to participate in the
         OTHERNETS echo. THE list of othernetworks...NETSALL.ART
         is published weekly in OTHERNETS, and contact points for
         these networks are urged to join the echo. Posters in OTHERNETS
         echo MUST be able to receive either Fido Netmail or InterNet
         E-Mail.  A sister echo, NETLINE may be used for detailed
         communications between members of the Othernets.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 150/mo        Rules: OTHRNETS.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

OTHER_SUNS
    OTHER SUNS Science Fiction Role Playing Game
          Devoted to the SFRPG OTHER SUNS, published by Fantasy Games
         Unlimited.  Discussions of rules revisions, new races, "historical"
         background, and second edition rules revisions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FURNE
    Distribution: FurNet backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 11          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD
    Moderators:   Nicolai Shapero, 1:102/524
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Kay Shapero, 1:102/524

OTHRECHO
    EchoList of Echoes in Alternative Networks
          OTHRECHO provides for announcements relative to EchoMail
         areas carried by Alternative Networks, and those not carried
         on FidoNet. Moderators and SYSOPS can use this area to arrange
         for feeds, problem resolution, etc.  Announcements of new
         submissions and updates provided by moderators will be posted
         by the Echobase data base located at 1:261/1352.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FID1
    Distribution: 1:261/1352
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

OT_SUPPORT
    The Messagetracker and Netmailmanager O/T
          Discussions and questions relating the netmailmanager and
         messagetracker O/T
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: OT.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Eckhart von dem Berge, 2:241/1069
                  Peter Hampf, 2:241/1090
                  Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Eckhart von dem Berge, 2:241/1069

OVERSEERS_PN
    Overseers
          Overseers
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

OVR_CLOCK
    Over Clocker's Echo
          Designed for the discussion of over clocking CPU's, including
         how to, what CPU is easiest to overclock, problems encountered
         in overclocking, and how to overcome them.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       fidonet                           Group:
    Distribution: fidonet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   John Guillory, 1:3803/3, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Aug-2000 by John Guillory, 1:3803/3, [email protected]

OZARKS_A&E
    Ozarks Arts and Entertainment
          Ozarks Art & Entertainment.  Not limited to just entertainers
         and musicians of Branson, Mo.! The "general public" is invited
         to join in. Also see   BRANSON
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael McCabe, 1:1/121
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/121

P5DRAFT
    Conference for Discussion of Policy 5 DRAFT
          A public conference, for SYSOPS ONLY, to discuss the promotion,
         creation and contents of a POLICY 5 Document.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FIDO                              Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:     Fido Zones ONLY
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

PACKET
    Amateur/HAM Packet Radio
          Discussion of packet radio as it applies to Amateur or
         HAM radio operations.  Also on topic in the HAM echo/conference.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

PALMTOPS_FMY
    Palmtops Computer DIscussion
          comp.sys.palmtops filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1695/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_BOOKS
    Books for Children
          Parenting: Books for kids.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 687/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite: request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_BREASTFEED
    Breastfeeding Discussions
          Breastfeeding discussions. Please restrict to adults only.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Familynet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1576/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not on satellite distribution. If desired please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_COMPUTER
    Use of computers for kids...
          Discussions of using computers in parenting.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 23/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite feed. If desired please request
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_CONSUMERS
    Parenting - Consumers
          Parents as consumers.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 24/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite. If desired please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_GENERAL
    General Discussions on Parenting
          General Discussions on Parenting
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1190/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not on satellite, if desired, please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_HEALTH
    Kids health discussions
          Discussions on kids health issues.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 428/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available on Satellite/FTP request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_INFO
    Parenting Information
          Parenting - info.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 19/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not on satellite distribution. If desired, please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_MULTIPLES
    Parenting Twins/Triplets
          Parenting of Multiples (Twins/Triplets)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 285/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed on Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_PREGNANCY
    Pregnancy Discussions
          parenting discussions on pregnancy.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3729/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite. If desired please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_SHAREWARE
    Shareware for Kids
          Shareware for Kids  / alt.comp.shareware.for-kids
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 18/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTING_VACATION
    Vacations with kids.
          Vacations discussions for parents.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 42/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed on satellite feed. If desired please request
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PARENTS
    For the discussion of parenting.
          A place where parents can get together and discuss the
         joys, challenges, and theory of being parents. A place where
         teaching, learning, rejoicing and encouragement can happen.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Jim McQueen, 1:396/45.8, [email protected]
    Last changed: 24-Aug-2000 by Jim McQueen, 1:396/45.8

PARROTS
    Parrots Conference (Inactive)
          This echo could not sustain enough traffic on it's own,
         so it was removed from all backbones. Please don't attempt
         to relist.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: None.  See above.
    Gateways:     None
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Kathy Johnson, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Aug-2000 by Kathy Johnson, 1:2410/400

PASCAL
    Pascal
          Discussion on the Pascal language (any dialect)
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3000/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Kees Monshouwer, 2:285/326
    Last changed: 21-Sep-2000 by Kees Monshouwer, 2:285/326

PASCAL_LESSONS
    Pascal Programming Lessons
          The purpose of this echo is to discuss Pascal, programming,
         and topics related to learning both subjects. Discussions
         about "best" compilers, books, techniques, etc. are welcomed,
         while they remain on topic.  However, "bashing" of related
         issues (vendors, users, processes, etc.) is not.  We are,
         first and foremost, trying to be helpful - things which
         invade this "atmosphere" are undesirable and may result
         in Moderator action. Please maintain your opinions within
         the context of the echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3634/12                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect
    Gateways:     None
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   mark lewis, 1:3634/12
                  mark lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

PAST_MOVIES
    Discussion of older movies
          rec.arts.movies.past-films filtered internet newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2025/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp: Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PCBOARD
    PCBoard Software Support Echo
          This is the sysop support echo for Clark Development's
         PCBoard BBS Software, as well as third party software designed
         for use with PCBoard.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fido                              Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FIDO
    Gateways:     Intelec, 239:600/0; RIME, 900:100/1
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:  PCBOARD.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Herbert Bushong, 1:19/19, [email protected]
                  Mark Zec, 1:387/422, [email protected]
    Last changed: 9-Sep-2000 by Herbert Bushong, 1:19/19

PCBOARD-BBS
    PCBoard newsgroup
          alt.bbs.pcboard filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 78/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PC_ADDICT
    Computer Addicts Conference!
          An echo for the true computer addict/schizoid with often
         humorous discussion, chat, assistance, etc. Anything relating
         to computers (not too technical please, there are other
         echos for that) or computer addiction, problems with spouses
         or companions, etc. is acceptable, on-topic conversation.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

PDNECHO
    Programmers Distribution Network Echo
          A general chit-chat conference for Programmers, and general
         messages about the Programmers Distribution Network regarding
         policy changes and information about files released.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2320/38                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Janis Kracht, 1:2320/38, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

PEACEMAKERS
    Peacemakers - the ministry of reconciliation
          Discussion of the reconciliation of estranged people and
         groups in situations of conflict or violence
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone, may be gated to other networks
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.peacem
    Language:
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 227/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PENN-BASKETBALL
    Penn State Basketball
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.ivy.penn newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PEN_PALS
    Where Friends Meet!
          A unique chatter conference for anyone who is interested
         in keeping in touch with friends that they have made on
         FidoNet all across the world!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

PERL
    Perl programming languange
          Discussion of any version of Perl on all platforms. Discussion
         of Other scripting languages such as python, rebol, bash,
         Tcl/Tk Posting code is more than welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tony Summerfelt, 1:249/139
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by tony summerfelt, 1:249/139

PETS
    Discussions about household and exotic pets.
          Discussions about household and exotic pets filtered rec.pets
         newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 61/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Has Taken Traffic so echo is created
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PET_BIRDS
    Internet Pet Bird Discussions
          Discussions on pet birds. Filtered Internet Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2552/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via satellite/FTP: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PET_CHAT
    Pet Chat Echo (Any and All Pets)
          Got a new Pet, that no one seems to know anything about?
         Have a Pet that doesn't fit into any of the other Fido Echoes?
         Pet Chat is the place to visit, if you're looking to share
         some of those stories about your pets, or gain pointers
         from others Pet lovers about the care and feeding of your
         current one.  Looking to pick up a new addition?  Feel free
         to post a note, and check around. Chances are, someone has
         had one, and could offer some valuable insight and tips,
         before you head out and buy something that you're not really
         prepared to handle.  So, what are you waiting for..   Come
         on over and check it out!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

PHARMACY
    Medication and Pharmaceuticals Discussion Area
          A conference for the discussion of medications, side effects,
         interactions, uses, etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 86/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
    Last changed: 1-Jun-2000 by Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

PHIL
    Philosophy Echo!
          Polite philosophical discussion, debate and speculation.
         Philosophy, mythology, insights of divers cultures welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

PHILA-76ERS
    Philadelphia 76ers NBA Basketball discussions.
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.phila-76ers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 705/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PHILA-EAGLES
    Philadelphia Eagles Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.phila-eagles Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2780/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PHILA-FLYERS
    Philadelphia Flyers NHK Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.phila-flyers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2911/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PHILA-PHILLIES
    Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Discuusions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.phila-phillies Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 354/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, 8:8/0
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PHILOS
    Interdenominational Discussion
          This is a forum where Christians of different traditions
         and backgrounds can learn about each other's beliefs and
         practices in a spirit of brotherly love. It is a place to
         find out what other Christians believe without attacking
         or being attacked
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.philos
    Language:
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 24/mo        Rules: PHILOS.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
                  Elizabeth Joyce,
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PHOE-CARDINALS
    Phoenix Cardinals Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.phoe-cardinals Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 16/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PHOTO
    International Photography Conference.
          A general conference that discusses all photographic related
         topics including equipment, film and processing, and shooting
         ideas and techniques.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 608/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]
                  Hap Newsom, 1:138/102, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

PHX-SUNS
    Phoenix Suns NBA Basketball discussions.
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.phx-suns Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group:
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 61/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PHYSICS
    Physics Fidonet Conference
          The Physics Fidonet Conference is devoted primarily to
         the discussion of physics itself, physics teaching, and
         physics-related issues that affect public policy and the
         environment.  Our goal is to furnish a forum where those
         with a casual interest in physics can have their questions
         answered, and those with a professional interest can share
         their expertise and curiosity with others. Knowledge of
         physics, and how it relates to the world around us, is becoming
         central to participation in our increasingly technical society.
         Our purpose here is to be part of a forum that can help
         to improve and refine that knowledge.  Everyone is welcome
         to participate in this conference: students, teachers, scientists,
         and anyone else with an interest in the areas we cover.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: PHYSICS.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Herman Trivilino, 1:106/2000.7
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Herman Trivilino, 1:106/2000.7

PINK
    Pink Floyd Discussions
          A forum for the discussion of anything Floydian.  This
         includes their music, recordings, films, concerts, musical
         and business associates, solo careers, and their overall
         influence on pop culture.  All Floydphiles are welcome to
         join in!  Set Your Controls For The Heart of FIDO!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1, all fidonet zones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   jim mclaughlin, 1:2604/104
                  jim, [email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected] (Jim McLaughlin)

PITT-PIRATES
    Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baaseball.pitt-pirates Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 269/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, 8:8/0
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PITT-STEELERS
    Pittsburgh Steelers Pro Football Disccussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.pitt-steelers discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4084/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PKEY_DROP
    Public-Key Distribution Echo
          Companion conference to PUBLIC_KEYS Echo for the specific
         purpose of entering and gathering public-keys in one place
         within the FidoNet Echo structure. General message traffic
         is not permitted. It is for entering public-keys only. PKEY_DROP
         is Moderated by Jim Cannell at 1:306/21.  [KeyID 0xB7822B3D].
         The messages entered into the Echo are the sole responsibility
         of the person entering the messages.  When in doubt about
         public-keys, contact the poster directly via Netmail. The
         Echo is open to anyone with an interest in public-key compilation.
         The Echo Guidelines are contained in PKDROP.RUL and has
         been EListed since 11/92.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution: NAB, FIDOSPINE, ZONE1, ZONE2, ZONE3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 86/mo        Rules: PKDROP.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: /RUL
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:306/21
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

PLATINUM_XPRESS
    Platinum Xpress Frontend Mail Server for WC! Conference
          A support conference for the Platinum Xpress Frontend Mail
         Server for Wildcat DOS and Wildcat! Interactive Net Server.
          The main purpose for this echo is to offer support for
         SysOps using either the DOS or the Win95/NT version of the
         Platinum Xpress Frontend Mail Server. This echo is mainly
         for SysOps but anyone who shows an interest is welcome to
         participate in the discussions here about the Platinum Xpress
         Frontend Mail Server. Please keep problems relating to Platinum
         Xpress and related topics in this echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet                           Group:
    Distribution: ZONE-1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Hector Santos, 1:135/383
                  Andrea Santos, 1:135/382
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Andrea Santos, 1:135/382

PLAYSTATION
    Sony Playstation Discussions
          Filter alt.games.video.sony-playstation Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 935/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect, request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PLAYSTATION-FAQS
    Sony Playstation Frequently Asked Questions
          Filtered alt.games.video.sony-playstation.faqs
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 137/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect - Request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PN_ALERTS
    PATRIOTNET PATRIOT ALERTS
          For the dissemination of information important to the preservation
         of our constitutional rights
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_AMERICA
    PATRIOT NETWORK GENERAL DISCUSSION
          What's going on in general in the great U.S. of A.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_CHRIST
    PATRIOT NETWORK CHRISTIANS
          Discussion area for Christian topics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_COMPUTERS
    PATRIOT NETWORK COMPUTER DISCUSSION
          For the discussion of computer hardware and software, as
         well as the Y2K situation as it exists now.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_DC_DISCUSS
    PATRIOT NETWORK WHITE HOUSE DISCUSSION
          Discussion of the White House and the resident thereof.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_DC_PRESS
    PATRIOTNET OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT PRESS RELEASES
          White house press releases THIS IS A -READ ONLY- ECHO!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 689/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Read Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /ACC
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_ENCRYPT
    PATRIOT NETWORK ENCRYPTION DISCUSSION
          Public keys and support for PGP and other means of encryption.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_FILES
    PATRIOT NETWORK FILE ANNOUNCEMENTS
          File announcements and files available for FREQ from our
         member systems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 11/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_FIREARMS
    PATRIOT NETWORK FIREARMS DISCUSSION
          News, views, and info on firearms and other weapons.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 298/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_MILITIA
    PATRIOT NETWORK MILITIA ECHO
          News for and about the militia movement in the United States.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 161/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_NWO_VS_USA
    PATRIOT NETWORK NWO DISCUSSION
          For the discussion of the New World Order and how it affects
         the laws and constitution of the United States.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_PARENTS
    PATRIOT NETWORK PARENTS ECHO
          Parenting and education in today's environment.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_READ
    PATRIOT NETWORK INTERESTING READING
          Text/documents/cross-posts of interest to patriots THIS
         IS A READ-ONLY ECHO!!!!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Read Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /ACC
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_SOVEREIGN
    PATRIOT NETWORK SOVEREIGN ECHO
          Discussion area for attaining and maintaining personal
         sovereignty in today's political climate.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_SYSOPS
    PATRIOT NETWORK SYSOP ECHO
          Sysop Discussion area.  This is a MANDATORY echo for PatNet
         sysops!!!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /SYS
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_VOTE_2000
    PATRIOT NETWORK ELECTION 2000
          For the discussion of candidates and events affecting the
         U.S. presidential election in 2000
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

PN_WASHDC
    PATRIOT NETWORK WASHINGTON DC
          For the discussion of happenings in Washington DC.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 71/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

POETRY_WORKSHOP
    The Poetry Workshop
          We would like to welcome anyone interested in poetry to
         join us in the largest Poetry Conference on FidoNet! Created
         on February 14th, 1993 this echo is designed for poets to
         share poetry, ideas, challenges, critiques, & friendships.
         The forum also encourages publishing and includes poetry
         discussions of contemporary poets as well as poets from
         the past. Poetic work is not limited to specific forms,
         and growth in all forms-- rhymed and unrhymed, regular or
         irregular--is enjoyed. We are always looking for new poetry
         and encourage discussion of the mechanics as well as the
         writer's philosophy of poetry.  The growing number of poets
         in this echo always welcomes new writers, published or not.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

POINTS
    Point usage discussion and systems support.
          A general conference for POINT OPERATORS and their BOSS
         Nodes. New and seasoned users are available for questions
         and answers.  Echo language is English.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:249/114                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: World-Wide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 86/mo        Rules: POINTS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Harvey Parisien, 1:249/114
                  Marc Lewis, 1:396/45
    Last changed: 25-Sep-2000 by Marc Lewis, 1:396/45

POLITICS
    Political Discussions
          This echo is for ALL sorts of political discussions.  We
         have from the far right to the far left, and everything
         in between. Many people think of this echo as a letters-to-the-editor
         column where everybody can respond to everybody else. Rules
         can be obtained via email or netmail.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:264/416                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4562/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Gary Braswell, 1:264/416, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Gary Braswell <[email protected]>

POLYMER-CLAY
    Polymer-clay crafting discussions
          Polymer-clay crafting discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 463/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PORT-BLAZERS
    Portland Trailblazers NBA Basketball discussions.
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.port-blazers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 397/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PORTAL
    Portal of Power Support Conference
          A support conference for the Portal of Power Front end
         mailer. Discussion includes utilities for the bink-style
         outbound, utilities for Portal itself, bug reports, new
         release and information direct from the authors.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       6:750/223                         Group: Fidon
    Distribution: Any Fidonet Backbone, All Zones
    Gateways:     None
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 173/mo        Rules: PORTAL.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Patrick Basister, 6:750/223
                  Patrick Basister, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

PORTUGUES
    Portuguese Language Chat Echo
          Portuguese Language Chat Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: WWB, Z1B, NAB
    Gateways:
    Language:     Portuguese
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAl
    Moderators:   Renato Zambon, 4:801/161, [email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Jul-2000 by Renato Zambon, 4:801/161@fidonet

POWERPC
    POWERPC/POWERMAC Topics and Discussion
          POWERPC is an echo for discussion of the PowerPC and its'
         impact on modern computing. Topics will include hardware,
         software issues, availability, RISC technology, developers,
         PREP, and more. Covers both PC and Mac versions. Periodic
         PR from Apple, IBM, Motorola, and developers will be included.
         POWERPC will be a valuable asset to any Fido system, keeping
         users up to date on the latest technology in computing -
         the RISC-based PowerPC computers. Open access to all.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:202/1406                        Group:
    Distribution: ZONE-1-BACKBONE, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ZONE-4, ZONE-5, ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: POWERPC.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Brian Tipling, 1:202/1406

PRAYER
    Christian Prayer
          A place for Requesting Christian Prayers or reporting answers
         to Prayer.  Prayers are limited to God in Jesus' Name.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Nodes/[email protected]
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 23/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Area has taken traffic so it has been added to the echolist
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PRAYER_PN
    Prayer Requests and Praise Reports
          Prayer Requests and Praise Reports
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PRECINCT_01
    Police Oriented Talk
          An echo for cops, ex-cops, Christian or non-Christian,
         or anyone interested in topics related to police or emergency
         work.  Echo is moderated by two retired cops with Christian
         emphasis, but is open to all.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       8:7401/2003                       Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet/Planet Connect\[email protected]
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 16          Volume: 14/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Ross, 8:7401/2003
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PRETHIST
    Pretoria Local History
          Discussions of local history of the Greater Pretoria area
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Unisa Editorial BBS               Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Net 8:7903 in FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: BBSs in or near Pretoria with Pretoria callers
    Moderators:   Steve Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 16-Jun-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PRINTERS
    Generic Printer Discussions
          Filtered comp.periphs.printers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2824/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PRIVACY
    Discussions centered around the right to privacy.
          Filtered alt.privacy Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 912/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; please request if desire
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PRO-BASKETBALL
    Professional Basketball Discussions
          filtered alt.sports.basketball.pro newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PRO-FOOTBALL
    Professional Football (Generic) Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 70/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

PROBOARD
    The Official ProBoard Echo
          The Official ProBoard Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Dennis Murphy, 1:170/302, [email protected]
    Last changed: 5-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

PROMOTE_BBS
    PROMOTE BBS
          Intended as an open forum for discussion in support of
         promotion of all Bulletin Board Systems.  All BBS organizations
         welcome.  Topic is cooperation amoung the various BBS organizations
         AND the sharing of resources. Bashing and politicing between
         the organizations is off topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:109/263                         Group: Fido
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 300/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tony Campbell, 1:109/263
                  Robert Stoner, 1:270/1000
    Last changed: 11-Sep-2000 by "Campbell, 1:261/1551, [email protected]

PROWRITE
    Professional Writers' Conference
          This is an area for professional writers to discuss the
         business of writing.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:135/907                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bud Webster, 1:135/907
    Last changed: 6-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

PRO_WRESTLING
    PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING ECHO.
          WWF,WCW & ECW Professional Wrestling discussion conference.
         Pro wrestling news, rumors, and results from all over the
         world. Pro wrestling news comes from various sources (and
         all sources are credited) including Hades Wrestling (hadeswrestling.com)
         and The Kilt Report (www.outragewrestling.com/TKR).
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

PS_4SALE
    Puget Sound (WA, USA) for sale echo
          This is a local for sale echo for systems in the Puget
         Sound area.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet, 1:343/41                 Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Jones, 1:343/1@fidonet
                  John Pengally, 1:343/0@fidonet
    Last changed: 30-Sep-2000 by Bob Jones, 1:343/41

PS_BBS
    Puget Sound (WA, USA) BBS advertisements echo
          This is a local BBS advertisement echo for systems in the
         Puget Sound area.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet, 1:343/41                 Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Jones, 1:343/1@fidonet
                  John Pengally, 1:343/0@fidonet
    Last changed: 30-Sep-2000 by Bob Jones, 1:343/41

PS_CHAT
    Puget Sound (WA, USA) Chat echo
          This is a local user chat echo for systems in the Puget
         Sound area.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet, 1:343/41                 Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Jones, 1:343/1@fidonet
                  John Pengally, 1:343/0@fidonet
    Last changed: 30-Sep-2000 by Bob Jones, 1:343/41

PS_INTERNET
    Puget Sound (WA, USA) Internet discussion echo
          This is a local user echo for discussing internet issues
         for systems in the Puget Sound area.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet, 1:343/41                 Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Jones, 1:343/1@fidonet
                  John Pengally, 1:343/0@fidonet
    Last changed: 30-Sep-2000 by Bob Jones, 1:343/41

PUBLIC_KEYS
    Public-Key Encryption and Distribution Echo
          Provides a technical forum for discussion of public-key
         privacy techniques and programs and for the distribution
         of public-keys in FidoNet and other BBS and e-mail networks.
         Privacy issues related to encryption are also germane. PUBLIC_KEYS
         is Moderated by Jim Cannell at 1:306/21. [Key ID: 0xB7822B3D].
         The messages entered into the Echo are the sole responsibility
         of the person entering the messages.  When in doubt about
         public-keys, contact the poster directly via Netmail. The
         Echo is open to anyone with an interest in public-key encryption
         issues and methods. The Echo Guidelines are contained in
         PUBKEYS.RUL have been in ELRULnnn.ZIP as of 11/92.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution: NAB, FIDOSPINE, ZONE1, ZONE2, ZONE3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 86/mo        Rules: PUBKEYS.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: /RUL
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:306/21
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

QEDIT
    SemWare Support Echo for TSE Pro, TSE Jr text editors.
          This Echo was renamed SEMWARE.  Please see that listing.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: 1:129/26
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]
                  Sammy Mitchell, 1:133/314, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

QFRONT
    QFRONT Support Echo
          Support Echo for The QFRONT Mailer Tosser package that
         is now FREEWARE For PCBoard and Wildcat BBS Systems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:326/330                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Kurt Robair, 1:326/330
                  Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

QMODEM_USER
    Qmodem Users Discussion Conference
          A general conference for users of the QModem terminal program,
         whether the /Pro, TD, or reg versions. Win and Win/95 version
         discussion also welcome. Discussions of setup problems,
         hardware difficulties, external protocol interfacing and
         utilities for Qmodem. /PRO, DOS & WIN versions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Private Distribution
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: QMDMSR.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12.1

QMREPORT
    Lesser Seattle Opera Echomail Stats Conference
          Echomail stats for ALL NET343 echomail hubs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/0                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: Local (Lesser Seattle Opera NET 343 Seattle, WA)
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 66/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   John Pengelly, 1:343/92, [email protected]
                  Bob Jones, 1:343/41, [email protected]
                  Dan Updike, 1:343/177
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Moderator's_email_address, 1:261/1551, John Pengelly <[email protected]>

QRP
    Amateur Radio Low Power Discussion
          Devoted to discussions concerning Amateur Radio Low Power
         communications.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

QUAKE_GAME
    Quake Game Discussions
          alt.games.quake filtered internet newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 201/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

QUE-NORDIQUES
    Quebec Nordiques NFL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.que-nordiques Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

QUEEN_FOR_A_DAY
    Lets you play queen for the day
          QUEEN_FOR_A_DAY is an echo which contains a monthly contest.
         The prize for this contest is not a new washer, dryer, vacuum
         or anything like on the old TV show. Instead the prizes
         are moderatorships of different echoes. Score will be tallied
         on the fifth of every month. The rest of the time the echo
         will be used to talk about tactics to use for hijacking
         echoes, what moderators keep a low profile and sometimes
         just some advice from "the queen". Open to anyone, aliases
         are allowed. Especially welcome are echo moderators and
         participants who have personally met in head on collisions!
         Off with their heads!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Bobby Queen, 1:379/5
                  Dan Ceppa, 1:393/9005.30
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

QUICKEN
    Quicken Software Help Echo
          An echo that is used to discuss QUICKEN software and its
         use.  The echo topics include both DOS and Windows versions
         (and any future platforms it is ported to) as well as all
         versions of the software.  The echo will also include related
         packages like "QuickPay", "QuickBooks", etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:  QUICKEN.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bill White, [email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Bill White <[email protected]>

QUIK_BAS
    QuickBASIC Programming Echo
          This echo is for use by those who program in BASIC, with
         particular emphasis on the QuickBASIC programming language
         by Microsoft Corporation.  Discussion of other dialects
         of BASIC is permitted, though discussion of Power Basic
         should be directed to the POWER_BAS echo and discussion
         of Visual Basic to the VISUAL_BASIC echo.  The echo is carried
         internationally and its participants are scattered throughout
         the world.  As such, and since international calling is
         expensive, off-topic message restrictions are strictly enforced.
          Members of the conference include many individuals who
         are very experienced in the use of QuickBASIC including
         those who have written a variety of QuickBASIC related utilities.
          New members and novice users are welcome and encouraged
         to share their experiences and opinions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 500          Volume: 152/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Pat Pridgen, 1:236/[email protected]
                  Pat Pridgen, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

R10-NECC
    reserved
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FidoNet                           Group:
    Distribution: neon
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Andy Brown, 1:202/5
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Andy Brown, 1:202/5@fidonet

R10_NECC
    Region 10 NEC discussion echo
          Echo for the use of Region 10 NECs and REC to discuss matters
         that relate to movement of mail in and into the Region.
         Request for echo additions to the REC are welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FidoNet                           Group:
    Distribution: Region 10 NECs & REC
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: NECs and REC
    Moderators:   Andy Brown, 1:202/5
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Andy Brown, 1:202/5@fidonet

R11CHAT
    Region 11 General Chat
          Region 11 general chat conference for anyone in Region
         11. Distribution via R11HUBs only.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:11/1                            Group:
    Distribution: Region 11 RHUBs Only
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Janis Kracht, 1:11/1
                  Gary Gilmore, 1:11/0
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

R11FORSALE
    Region 11 For Sale
          Region 11 Noncommercial general for sale/trade.  Available
         from Region 11 RHUBs only.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:11/1                            Group:
    Distribution: Region 11 RHUBs Only
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Janis Kracht, 1:11/1
                  Martin Belcke, 1:11/0
                  Gary Gilmore, 1:11/2
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

R11NEC
    Region 11 Echomail Coordinators (Restricted)
          R11EC<->R11NEC Region 11 Echo Admininstration Discussion
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:11/1                            Group:
    Distribution: Region 11 RHUBs Only
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Janis Kracht, 1:11/1
                  Gary Gilmore, 1:11/0
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

R11SCIFI
    Region 11 Science Fiction / Fantasy Chat
          The Region 11 Science Fiction and Fantasy Echo (R11SCIFI)
         is a restricted-distribution for science fiction and fantasy
         books, movies and television shows. R11SCIFI is limited
         to Region 11.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:11/201                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Region 11 systems via from R11EC or R11Hubs
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Region 11 systems only
    Moderators:   Steve Read, 1:11/201
    Last changed: 6-May-2000 by Steven Read, 1:11/201
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

R13
    Official Region 13 Conference
           Used for R13 SYSOPS Content oriented rules verboten Follows
         ECROC
         Status: Active
    Origin:       R 13                              Group:
    Distribution: R 13
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 199          Volume: 64/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
                  Ken Thierfelder, 1:107/460
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

R13COORD
    Region 13 Co-Ordinators Echo
          An area for the RC, NC's and REC, NEC's in Region 13 to
         discuss issues directly related to the operation of Networks
         in Region-13 and the operation of Region-13
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Region 13                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Region 13 Coordinators
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 152/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Carol Shenkenberger, 1:13/0
                  Dave Calafrancesco, 1:13/1
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100@fidonet

R13OPS
    Echo Title
           See echo title
         Status: Active
    Origin:       R 13                              Group:
    Distribution: R 13
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 199          Volume: 64/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

R13SYSOP
    Region 13 Sysops Chat Echo
          An area for the Sysops in Region 13 to discuss issues relating
         to the administration of Region 13
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Region 13                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Region 13 ONLY
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 152/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Carol Shenkenberger, 1:13/0
                  Dave Calafrancesco, 1:13/1
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100@fidonet

R13_ADMIN
    Echo Title
           See echo title
         Status: Active
    Origin:       R 13                              Group:
    Distribution: R 13
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 199          Volume: 64/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

R13_ELECTION
    Region 13 Election Echo
          Official Region 13 Election Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Region 13                         Group:
    Distribution: Region 13
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Dave Calafrancesco, 1:13/2
                  Dave Calafrancesco, 1:13/1
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100@fidonet

R14SYSOP
    Region 14 SysOp Chat
          Region 14 system operators only. This echo is the official
         business echo to talk with the RC and REC in Region 14.
         This is NOT a required echo but is strongly suggested that
         you carry it. Robot Posting is not allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Michael McCabe, 1:297/11
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Michael McCabe, 1:1/121

R15COORD
    Region 15 Coordinator Echo
          This is an administrative Echo for communication among
         Region 15 Coordinators only.  Other persons may be invited
         to participate at the discretion of the moderator, who is
         the nodelisted Region 15 Coordinator.  Any subject dealing
         with Region 15 administrative matters is on topic.  Distribution
         of this Echo shall be through Region 15 coordinators only.
          Cross- posting of messages out of this Echo is allowed
         only with the originator's prior permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution: Region 15 Coordinators only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: /MEM
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:15/0
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

R15_CHAT
    Region 15 General Echo
          This is a general chat Echo for anyone in Region 15, sysops
         and users alike.  Any subject of interest to Region 15 is
         on topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:15/0
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

R18ELECT
    Region 18 Election Echo
          This echo is devoted to Region 18 Elections. All Region
         18 Sysops are welcome. **Foxy Ferguson @ 1:361/1 Is RC18
         Technical Backup**
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Region 18 Only!
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

R18FILE
    R18FILE
          Region 18 File Info
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Regional
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

R18HUB
    Region 18 Hub Echo
          This echo is for those Region 18 Sysops connected to any
         region 18 Rhub. Echo is for mail statistics, file announcments
         and anything related to the movement of mail and files.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Region 18 Only!
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
                  Jerry Gause, 1:18/600, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

R18_RC5
    Region 18 RC5 Team and Interest Echo
          The Team Fidonet R18 RC5 encryption key generation echo.
         This effort has world wide participation of which this team
         is but a small part. This effort is sponsored by distributed.net
         and we use the client software developed by them. Interested
         parties are welcome to join in the discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3634/12                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Region 18
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: R18_RC5.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   mark lewis, 1:3634/12
                  mark lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

R19COORD
    Region 19 Coordinator Conference
          This echo is for discussion amongst the Region 19 coordinators,
         regarding the distribution of Echomail and voting procedures
         within the Region.  Only Region 19 coordinators (RC, REC,
         Region Hubs, NCs, NECs, Net Hubs) are allowed access.  Others
         may access the echo by special invitation of the moderator.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: REGION 19
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 60          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req> <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD /MEM
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:19/0
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

R19SYSOP
    Region 19 Sysops Conference
          A general chatter and discussion area for Fidonet Region
         19 nodelisted sysops.  Region 19 events and happenings,
         as well as policies and politics are discussed here. This
         the primary means of communication used by the RC to communicate
         with the regional sysops.  Personal attacks are disallowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: REGION 19
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 151/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYS
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:19/0
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

RAIDERS
    Oakland Raiders
          Discussions about Raiders football team.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 21/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp packets - request of desir
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

RAILROAD
    General Railroad Discussions
          Generic Railroad Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 591/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

RAIL_TRANSPORT
    Miscellaneous Railroad Transport Americas
          Miscellaneous Railroad Transport Americas
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1569/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

RAINBOW
    DEC RAINBOW conference on Digital's Personal Computer.
          Rainbow topics, techniques, resources and discussion.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: 1:109/417
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Frank Mallory, 1:109/417
                  John Vukovic, 1:129/26
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

RAR
    RAR Archiver Support Conference International
          An International conference to provide support and technical
         assistance for users and prospective users of the RAR archiver.
         Topics may include: Questions and answers on how to use
         the various features of RAR, Bug reports, Suggestions or
         requests for new features, Information on where to obtain
         copies of RAR and related programs, Any news about RAR that
         the author wishes to share with users. Discussion of the
         following will be allowed, to a degree: Comparison of features
         and performance between RAR and other archivers, Bug reports
         on other archivers, Data compression theories and technologies.
         Off-Topic: Any subject not listed above, Personal attacks
         on any person, Attacks on persons or companies who produce
         other archivers, Discussions of hardware and operating systems
         except as they pertain to RAR. Announcements for RAR and
         other programs that are designed to interface to RAR are
         to
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2320/38                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Janis Kracht, 1:2320/38, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

RA_32BIT
    32Bit RemoteAccess Discussion Echo
          Until work on the 32bit version(s) of RA starts up again,
         this echo will be used for the discussion of running RA
         on 32Bit operating systems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3634/12                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: RA_32BIT.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   mark lewis, 1:3634/12
                  mark lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

RA_BALTWASH
    RemoteAccess SYSOPS in Baltimore/Washington Area
          Discussion area for SYSOPS in the Baltimore Washington
         area with interests in RemoteAccess Software.  Non-Fido
         SYSOPS are encouraged to participate in this echo.  Open
         to all SYSOPS in the Baltimore Washington Metro Area.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       The Barter Board                  Group: BALT
    Distribution: Various
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]

RA_MULTI
    RemoteAccess Multi-Node Sysops Echo
          An echo conference dedicated to sharing technical know-how
         related to running RemoteAccess in a multinode environment.
         Topics include networking, multitasking, multi-node doors
         and others as long as they relate directly to the operation
         of a multi-node RA system.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3634/12                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: RA_MULTI.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   mark lewis, 1:3634/12
                  mark lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

RA_SUPPORT
    RemoteAccess Support Echo
          The official RemoteAccess BBS software support echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3634/12                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: RA_SUPP.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   mark lewis, 1:3634/12
                  mark lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

RA_UTIL
    RemoteAccess Utilities Echo
          An Echo for the discussion of the programs designed to
         work with the RemoteAccess Bulletin Board System. Discussions
         can include (but are not limited to...) how to get them
         to work, new releases, particular needs within RA itself,
         problems, solutions, etc. Mailers, Door Programs, File Utilities,
         Mail Tossers, etc are all acceptable, as are others.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3634/12                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Fidonet distribution paths, Planet Connect
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: RA_UTIL.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Andrew Leary, 1:320/119
                  Andrew Leary, [email protected]
                  mark lewis, 1:3634/12
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by Waldo's Majik Fingers, 1:3634/12

REC
    Zone 1 REC Admin Echo
          Private Administrative area for the REC Council for Zone1
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: Private, restricted distribution
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Any Current Zone 1 REC,
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by REC Robot, 1:17/1

RECFRP
    Advanced Dungeons and Dragons/RECFRP
          The AD&D/RECFRP Echo group is for the discussion and actual
         playing of ALL role-playing games. Computer-based games
         are not inclulded. The echo group is also available via
         an Internet mail list                                MOD
                  Scott Royall, 1:106/[email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 150          Volume: 608/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Kay Shapero, 1:102/[email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Kay Shapero, 1:102/524

RECIPES
    RECIPES for All Times!
          RECIPES is about friends and family and the good times
         we have about the kitchen table.  'Pull up 'yur chair an'
         come set awhile.  Coffee's hot.'
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:275/100                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, Fidospine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
                  Paul Casey, 1:343/117
    Last changed: 27-Aug-2000 by Paul Casey, 1:343/117

RED_CROSS
    International  Red Cross Conference
           Red Cross  Echo for use by all people all over the WORLD.
         Rules are simple: 1. Subject to FIDONET policy 4 (see section
         9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were NETMAIL. 2. Subject-any disaster
         volunteer subject 3. Reasonable behavior in the networks.
         4. No geographic restrictions on links. 5. Moderators asks
         routers to follow ECROC (freq from 1:2604/583) 6. Bruce
         Bodgers' faq is not applicable to this conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

REG15IND
    Region 15 Regional Independent Echo
          This is an administrative Echo for communication among
         Region 15 Independent nodes only.  Other persons may be
         invited to participate at the discretion of the moderator,
         who is the nodelisted Region 15 Coordinator.  Any subject
         dealing with Region 15 administrative matters is on topic.
          Distribution of this Echo shall be through Region 15 nodes
         only.  Cross-posting of messages out of this Echo is allowed
         only with the originator's prior permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution: Region 15 Independent nodes only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: /MEM
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:15/0
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

REGION10
    Region 10 Chat Echo
          An all around chat echo for all members of Region 10. Users,
         sysops, points and PVT nodes are all welcome. An area for
         anyone in Region 10 to discuss issues and interests of items
         pertinent to people within the boundaries of Fidonet Region
         10. Nothing is off-topic. No flames, and proper decorum
         must be maintained, since the area is also open to kids.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/0                            Group: FIDO
    Distribution: REGION 10
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   RC10, 1:10/0, [email protected]
                  REC10, 1:10/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Brenda Donovan" <[email protected]>

REGION11
    Region 11 General Sysop Echo
          A forum for the sysops of Region11, for discussion of almost
         anything, but preferably pertaining to sysoping, Region11
         business, and related topics.  It is also the "official
         info" echo for Region11, and messages regarding official
         Region11 business or elections will be posted here as well.
          "Othernet" (other than Fidonet or Region11) business should
         not be conducted in this echo.  This echo is private, and
         limited to sysops that are listed under the Region11 portion
         of the most current Fidonet nodelist. (Visit the Region11
         website at http://oeonline.com/~garyg/region11)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:11/0                            Group:
    Distribution: Within Fidonet Region 11 only
    Gateways:     Gating prohibited
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:11/0
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:11/0

REGION13
    Region 13 Conference
           See echo title
         Status: Active
    Origin:       R 13                              Group:
    Distribution: R 13
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 199          Volume: 64/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

REGION15
    Region 15 Sysop Echo
          This is an Echo for communication among Region 15 sysops.
          It is a vehicle for Region 15 sysops to communicate with
         the RC and each other.  Any subject dealing with Region
         15 matters is on topic.  Distribution of this Echo shall
         be through Region 15 systems only.  Cross-posting of messages
         out of this Echo is allowed only with the originator's prior
         permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution: Region 15 Sysops only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: /MEM
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:15/0
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

REGION18
    REGION18
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

RELIGION
    Open Religious Discussions
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

RELOAD
    Discussions of reloading rifle, pistol and shotgun cart
          This echo is for the discussion of reloading all rifle,pistol
         and shotgun cartridges, ancient or modern.  Discussions
         of reloading equipment and techniques are also encouraged.
         Buying or selling of personally owned reloading equipment
         is permitted. Commercial sales are not permitted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:397/5258                        Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:     None
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   John Donohue, 1:397/5258
                  Jim Dunmyer, 1:234/2
    Last changed: 2-May-2000 by John Donohue, 1:397/1
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

REMAILERDEV
    Anonymous Remailer Development
          This Echo is for those persons developing and/or evaluating
         Anonymous Remailer software.  Discussions regarding software,
         security, encryption, etc. are encouraged.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:306/21
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

REMAIL_TEST
    Anonymous Remailer Test
          This Echo is used for evaluating ReMailer software.  Test
         messages, bug reports, feature requests are all on topic.
         Test messages may be posted in this Echo for the purpose
         of checking anonymous remailer functionality.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:306/21
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

RENEGADE
    Renegade BBS Software
          Originally the official Renegade BBS Support Echo. The
         international Fidonet echo for the support of the Renegade
         Bulletin Board Package.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Jerry Gause
    Gateways:     RGSnet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 15/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Charles Bowman, 1:3651/9.10, [email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Jun-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Charles Bowman" <[email protected]>

RENEGADE_BBS
    The Original Renegade BBS Support echo
          The Original Renegade BBS support echo!  Discussions on
         how to use and maintain your Renegade BBS.  Lots of help
         on most anything.  The place to find the many great utilities
         for use with Renegade and how to use them! If you want GREAT
         support for Renegade, this is the place to get it!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jeffrey J. Counsil, 1:268/402
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Jeffrey J. Counsil, 1:268/402@fidonet

RENEGADE_UTILS
    Discussion of utilities for Renegade BBS
          This area is for the discussions of utilities and Add-ons
         for use with the Renegade BBS software. This can include
         Callback Verifiers, Offline Mail, Renegade-Specific Doors
         and more. As long as it can be even remotely used with Renegade,
         it's on topic!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /MOD
    Moderators:   Jeffrey Counsil, 1:268/402
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by Jeffrey J. Counsil, 1:268/402@fidonet

REPUBLICAN
    Republican GOP Party Policy and Events Discussion
          A meeting place for Republicans of the Grand Old Party
         to discuss current Republican policies, events, and conservative
         views.  Flames and uncivil behavior are prohibited. Please
         contact the moderator for permission to gate this conference
         to other networks.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:232/16                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet NAB Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: REPUBLICAN.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Martin Belcke, 1:232/16
                  Bill Mitchell, 1:2604/539, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Martin Belcke, 1:232/16

RETAIL_HORROR
    An outlet for the horror stories of Retail Shopping.
          **PLACE HOLDER TAG**
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

REV_JOE_CONWAY
    Devotions, insight and prayer requests.
          Devotions, insight and prayer requests from the young and
         dynamic pastor of  Amazing Grace Baptist Church in Biloxi
         Mississippi.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: [email protected] / Planet Connect
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 54/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rev. Joe Conway, 8:8/0
                  Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

RGN10-ADMIN
    Region 10 Coordinators
          This echo is for discussion amongst the Region 10 coordinators,
         regarding the distribution of Echomail, issues directly
         related to the operation of Networks in Region 10, discussion
         of policy, feed structures, daily system information, regional
         mail statistics, and other distribution-related matters,
         and voting procedures within the Region. Only R10 coordinators
         (RC, REC, Region Hubs, NCs, NECs) are allowed WRITE access.
         All Region 10 sysops are allowed READ access. Any comments
         or suggestions of the topics presented here may be taken
         up in private netmail or with your NC/NEC in your Net's
         sysop echo. Restrictions Apply.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/0                            Group: FIDO
    Distribution: REGION 10
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 21          Volume: 151/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   RC10, 1:10/0, [email protected]
                  REC10, 1:10/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Brenda Donovan" <[email protected]>

RGN10-SYSOP
    Region 10 Sysops
          An area for the Fidonet nodelisted Sysops in Region 10
         to discuss issues relating to the policies, politics and
         administration of Region 10 and any other issues pertaining
         to Region 10. Personal attacks are not allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/0                            Group: FIDO
    Distribution: REGION 10
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 130/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   RC10, 1:10/0, [email protected]
                  REC10, 1:10/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Brenda Donovan" <[email protected]>

RGN17-ADMIN
    Zone 1 Region 17 Coordinator Conference
          The RGN17-ADMIN conference is an administrative echo intended
         to provide access to the Region 17 Coordinator.  Posting
         is restricted to Fidonet Region 17 members only without
         moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:17/0                            Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Region 17 hubs/*ECs/*Cs only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: RGN17-ADMIN.RU
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: REAlnames
    Moderators:   RC17, 1:17/0
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Dallas Hinton (automatic robot), 1:153/715

ROCKETRY
    Rocket Science (Model/High-Power/Ama/Pro/Gov/Mil/etc.)
          * The FidoNet echo "Rocket Science" (ROCKETRY) is for the
         discussion of any topics related to all types of Rocketry
         (history, NASA, science, hobby, military), posting launch
         reports, occasional commercial Rocketry advertisements,
         et cetera.  Other types of kinetic or static machines (flying
         and non-flying models), Amateur Radio (Ham), and other points
         of discussion are topical at this time. * Note:  My system,
         the origin of ROCKETRY, is a Mail and Point System, not
         a Computer Bulletin Board System. Contact me if:  you would
         like to set up a Point from my system, you are looking for
         a dial-up BBS that carries this echo, or if you need an
         alternate direct feed.  * An unfortunately necessary caution:
          This echo is solely echo.  Only under my permission shall
         the echo EVER become the property of other person.  If in
         doubt as to the ownership, contact me for verification.
          Have fun! --Matt Weese (Fane), W5WMW * Established 08 March,
         1998
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/[email protected]           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FidoNet Zone One NAB and Z1B & Zone Two & Privately
    Gateways:
    Language:     All
    # Nodes: 10          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Matt Weese, 1:170/[email protected]
                  Matt Weese, [email protected]
                  +1-918-455-5806 (Facsimile),
    Last changed: 23-Jul-2000 by Fane, 1:170/[email protected]

ROOTS_MUSIC
    Roots Music Discussion
          Friendly discussion of the various types of music commonly
         referred to as ROOTS MUSIC.  These include Folk, Blues,
         Rockabilly, Country, Bluegrass, Mountain, and others.  The
         guidelines for topicality are fairly loose since these styles
         of music are frequently linked to other contemporary styles.
         Consequently, the conversations here are often quite wide-
         ranging and can be enjoyed by people with diverse musical
         interests.  Everyone is welcome!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/831                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Martin Ridgley, 1:153/[email protected])
    Last changed: 11-May-2000 by Martin Ridgley, 1:153/831
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

RTKBA
    Right To Keep and Bear Arms Discussion Echo
           The area for the discussion of the political aspects of
         firearms, firearms ownership and second ammendment rights.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:10/22                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: NAB, Z1B, WWB, FIDOSPINE, PLANET CONNECT
    Gateways:
    Language:     American English, English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: RTKBA.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22, [email protected]
                  Emeritus - Jim Westbrook, 1:382/29
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

RTTY
    RTTY(Radio Teletype Discussions)
          RTTY is devoted to discussion, hints and help about Radio
         Teletype Communications
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

RUSSIA
    Russia Chat Conference
          Filtered soc.culture.russian.moderated
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 233/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Chris Glur, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

R_CATHOLIC
    Roman Catholic Question and Answer Echo
          A forum dedicated for the discussion of the Catholic Faith.
         "Catholic" is here defined as all persons and Churches holding
         full communion with the Roman Pontiff, as well as the doctrines,
         liturgies, theology, and spirituality, et cetera, of the
         Latin and Eastern Uniate Churches.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  EMERITUS Jon Guidry, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

SA-SPURS
    San Antonio Spurs Basketball Team Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.sa-spurs Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 107/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect;request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SAC-KINGS
    Sacramento Kings NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.sac-kings Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect;�Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SACRED_MUSIC
    Worship Music & Worship Leaders
          This echo is for the support of all forms of worship music.
         This does not include radio and pop music, which is covered
         in the CCMRADIO echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet/Planet Connect\[email protected]
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Rob Green, 8:8/0
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SATLINK.FILES
    Satlink Files Discussion Echo
          A restricted conference for users of Satlink's file services
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: private restricted
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: /MEMber
    Moderators:   Lawrence Goulet, 1:140/117@fidonet
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12.1
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SATLINK.HUBS
    Satlink Hubs Discussion Echo
          A restricted conference for Satlink hubs only
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: private restricted
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: /MEMber
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12@fidonet
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12.1
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   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SATLINK.SYSOP
    Satlink Sysop Echo
          A restricted conference for sysops making use of Satlink's
         file and echomail services
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: private restricted
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: /MEMber
    Moderators:   Richard Bonebrake, 1:140/60@fidonet
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12.1
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SB-E/N/L
    SpaceBase's READ ONLY Electronic Space Newsletters
          -=READ ONLY=-!  No Input without permission! All Q&A and
         remarks to the SB-QUESTIONS Echo!     Carries Electronic
         Space Related Newsletters like Spacenews, APS What's New,
         Jonathan's Space Report, Amset Ham Sat News and more.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3,ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 3500          Volume: 35/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Read Only>
    Notes: /ACC
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 2-Jun-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SB-NASA_NEWS
    SpaceBase's READ ONLY Nasa News & Press Releases
          -=READ ONLY!=-  No Input without permission! All Q&A and
         remarks to the SB-QUESTIONS Echo!     Carries the latest
         Nasa Press Releases, & North America space news excepts!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3,ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 5500          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Read Only>
    Notes: /ACC
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 31-May-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SB-NASA_TECH
    SpaceBase's READ ONLY Nasa Tech News & Probe Rpts
          -=READ ONLY!=-!  No Input without permission! All Q&A and
         remarks to the SB-QUESTIONS Echo!    Carries the latest
         daily Shuttle Status Reports. Also Galileo, Ulysses, H.S.T.,
         G.R.O. Status and Mission Reports and more!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3,ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 4000          Volume: 70/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Read Only>
    Notes: /ACC
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 31-May-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
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   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SB-QUESTIONS
    SpaceBase's Discussion Echo for Space News Q&A
          Discussion and answers to questions you may have about
         items in the 4 READ ONLY SpaceBase(tm) Echoes. Namely SB-NASA_NEWS,
         SB-NASA_TECH SB-E/N/L,  SB-WORLD_NWS. -=OPEN TO ALL=-.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3,ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 4400          Volume: 150/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 31-May-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
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   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SB-SAT_TRACK
    SpaceBase's Amateur Satellite Tracking Discussion
          Carries the latest NORAD Satellite Elements weekly and
         Satellite activity bulletins.  Answers questions about Satellite
         Tracking Software. Questions and discussion encourged. -=
         OPEN TO ALL!=- Note, volume reflects average minumun postings.
         No Unauthorized bulk Elsat postings.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3,ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 3200          Volume: 150/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 31-May-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SB-SOLAR_RPT
    SpaceBase's Solar Activity Reports & Discussion
          Carries the latest Solar Flare Alerts, Satellite Proton
         Event Warnings, Geomagnetic Storm and Auroral Activity Alerts.
          Q&A, duscussion and outside imput encouraged. Volume depends
         on active the Sun is. -=OPEN TO ALL=-!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 2150          Volume: 45/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 31-May-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SB-SYSOPS
    SpaceBase Sysops Only Conference
          An Echo For SpaceBase(tm) Sysops to swap ideas and discuss
         admin and improvements to these echos. You have a User with
         a good info source, same day? Let us know! Also pass on
         User and Virus Warnings! -=FOR SYSOPS WHO RECEIVE ANY SPACEBASE
         ECHOES ONLY!=- -= Not Manditory, just available for your
         use!=-
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 2600          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 31-May-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SB-WORLD_NWS
    SpaceBase's READ ONLY World Space Reports
          -=READ ONLY=-!  No Input without permission! All Q&A and
         remarks to the SB-QUESTIONS Echo. Carries reports from the
         CIS, ESA, NASDA Japan, China, Australia, Canada, Russia
         and more!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3,ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 2750          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Read Only>
    Notes: /ACC
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 31-May-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
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   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SCANNERS
    Computer Hardware Scanner discussions
          Filter Newsgroup alt.comp.peripherals.scanners.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 914/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SCANRADIO
    scanradio
          echo dedicated to the discussion, sale, trade, of radio
         scanners
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Blake Bowers,
    Last changed: 22-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SCHOOLS
    Schools
          For discussion of primary and secondary school education
         in South Africa
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Unisa Editorial, 8:79/42          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Southern Africa (Region 79)
    Gateways:     Gated to newsgroup za.school
    Language:
    # Nodes: 8          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SCI&TECH
    Science & Technology Echo
          Discussion area for scientific and technological matters.
         This is not a paranormal area or a religious area, so claims
         of faith or religion are not welcome. But all discussions
         of science are!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:218/890                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1 (Zones 1-6)
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Fredric Rice, 1:218/890
                  Richard Smith, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SCI-FI_TV
    SCIENCE FICTION TELEVISION SHOWS discussion echo!
          This conference is for the discussion of all of the various
         Science Fiction TV shows!  I know there are echos devoted
         to certain shows but this echo is for discussing any of
         them including new shows that are just getting started etc.
         Also Science Fiction movies can be discussed here.  This
         will become the place for SCI-FI folks to hang out!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

SCIENCE
    International Science Echo
          A general interest forum for anyone who is interested in
         discussions of topics related to science.  Full rules are
         available from the moderator via private message.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 150          Volume: 300/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Earl Truss, 1:3618/555
    Last changed: 29-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SCIENTOLOGY
    Detailed, critical information about the Scientology cu
          This echo is used to discuss information about the criminal
         Scientology organization.  Ex-followers of the cult are
         invited to participate.  Details about current and on-going
         litigation between the Scientology cult and the "wog" world,
         as they call the real world, gets discussed here including
         the latest court battles against the cult for the killing
         of Lisa McPherson and the numerous criminal charges against
         the cult -- including the mock "International President"
         Heber Jentzsch -- in Madrid, Spain.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:218/[email protected]             Group:
    Distribution: LOCAL, ZONE1 BACKBONE, ZONE3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 433/mo        Rules: SCIENTOL.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Fredric L. Rice, 1:218/890
    Last changed: 11-Jun-2000 by Fredric Rice, 1:218/890@FidoNet

SCOUTER
    International SCOUTER Echo
          This is an International Scouters Echo Conference. It is
         open to all SCOUTS AND SCOUTERS from around the world, and
         to anyone wishing more information about the BOY SCOUT,
         CUB SCOUT, VARSITY, EXPLORER, GIRL SCOUT, DAISEY, BROWNIE,
         GIRL GUIDE, or OTHER SCOUTING programs for youth world wide.
         The SCOUTER Echo is distributed primarily using a computer
         based  Echo Mail  method of telecommunication mail proces-
         sing on the FidoNet Backbone. This conference is to be used
         primarily by adult Scouters, but does not exclude youth
         participation. It's "sister" conference, SCOUTING, is to
         be used primarily by the youth of these programs. This conference
         is also distributed by Global Scoutnet.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3632/65                         Group:
    Distribution: Any Fidonet Backbone, any Scoutnet BBS, www.scoutnet.or
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 100          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gino Lucrezi, 2:335/610, [email protected]
                  Don Bach, 1:3632/[email protected]
                  Dave Tracewell, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Gino Lucrezi, 2:335/610, [email protected]

SCOUTING
    International SCOUTING Echo
          This is an International Scouting Echo Conference. It is
         open to all SCOUTS AND SCOUTERS from around the world, and
         to anyone wishing more information about the BOY SCOUT,
         CUB SCOUT, VARSITY, EXPLORER, GIRL SCOUT, DAISEY, BROWNIE,
         GIRL GUIDE, or OTHER SCOUTING programs for youth world wide.
         The SCOUTER Echo is distributed primarily using a computer
         based Echo Mail method of telecommunication mail processing
         on the FidoNet Backbone. This conference is to be used primarily
         by the YOUTH MEMBERS of Scouting programs. But does not
         exclude adult participation. It's "sister" con- ference,
         SCOUTER, is to be used primarily by ADULT LEADERS in the
         Scouting Programs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3632/65                         Group:
    Distribution: Any Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 100          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gino Lucrezi, 2:335/610, [email protected]
                  Don Bach, 1:3632/[email protected]
                  Dave Tracewell, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Gino Lucrezi, 2:335/610, [email protected]

SD-CHARGERS
    San Diego Chargers Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.sd-chargers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1712/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SD-PADRES
    San Diego Padres Baseball discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.sd-padres Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 966/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SEA-MARINERS
    Seattle Mariners Baseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.sea-mariners Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1519/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SEA-SEAHAWKS
    Seattle Seahawks Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.sea-seahawks Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2997/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SEARCHLIGHT
    Searchlight BBS Discussion Echo
          Discussion Echo for Searchlight BBS and related software.
         Sysops, users, and 3rd party software authors are welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

SEATTLE-SONICS
    Seattle Supersonics NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.seattle-sonics Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 446/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SECUREMAIL
    SecureMail Administrative Echo
          This Echo is a forum for all SecureMail Hosts to discuss
         SecureMail routing, software, and anything else related
         to the movement of SecureMail.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:306/21                          Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: SECUREML.RUL
    Flags: <Membership Req> <Mod Perm Req> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /MEM /MOD /RUL
    Moderators:   Jim Cannell, 1:306/21
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Jim Cannell, 1:15/21.1@fidonet

SEGA_GAMES
    Sega Dreamcast Discussions
          Filtered Newsgroup alt.games.video.sega
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 7805/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SEMWARE
    SemWare Support Echo for TSE Pro, TSE Jr text editors.
          Support and information on SemWare products, including
         The Semware Editor Pro, Pro 32, and TSE Jr text editors.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]
                  Sammy Mitchell, 1:133/314, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

SE_GENEALOGY
    South Eastern US Genealogy Conference
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

SF
    SF and Fantasy Literature
          The Fidonet SF echo area is for discussion of written science
         fiction and fantasy
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE, ZONE-1, ZONE-2, ZONE-3, ALTERNET
    Gateways:     ALTERNET via 1:141/488, ZONE-3 via
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Beth Friedman, 1:102/524, [email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551

SF-49ERS
    San Francisco 49ers Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.sf-49ers Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5821/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SF-GIANTS
    San Francisco Giants Baaseball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.sf-giants Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3398/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SF-LIT
    Science Fiction Literature
          A forum for the discussion of science fiction in its written
         (and published) form.  Book reviews, discussions of classic
         stories, announcements of upcoming books, etc.  If you've
         recently read an sf book, drop in and tell us what you thought
         about it.  If you have news about an sf book about to be
         released, let us know. No discussions of visual media (including
         comic books). If you are interested in adding this small,
         on-topic echo, drop netmail to Jim McLaughlin @ 1:2604/104
         or Internet Email [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private, contact 1:2604/104 for more information.
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jim McLaughlin, 1:2604/[email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected] (Jim McLaughlin)

SFFAN
    Science Fiction and Fandom
          A discussion group for anything that is related to science
         fiction or science fiction fandom.  Film, animation, comics,
         television, and conventions are all acceptable topics for
         discussion.  Dr. Who, Star Trek, Hitchhiker's Guide to the
         Galaxy, Asimov, Moorcock, Zelazny, Danger Mouse, Battlestar
         Galactica, etc!  Discussions of FANTASY ARE ON TOPIC! REALLY!
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:    SFFAN.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Kay Shapero, 1:102/524
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Kay Shapero, 1:102/524

SHAKESPEARE
    Discussion about William Shakespeare
          A general place to discuss the life, times, and works of
         William Shakespeare, considered the finest writer of the
         English language. If it's related to Shakespeare, have at
         it.  The rules are simple: Treat others as you would have
         them treat you. Got a better echo description than this?
          Holler. Moderator is also interested in SERIOUS co-moderator
         candidates.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

SHAREWARE_SUPPORT
    ShareWare Software Support Conference
          A support conference which encourages discussion of all
         shareware programs.  This includes the standard user shareware,
         BBS programs, Developers, information for product introduction
         and distribution.  This echo is for anyone who requires
         information or support for any shareware program.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FIDO                              Group: FID1
    Distribution: Backbone(s)
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: 76          Volume: 200/mo        Rules: SHAREWARE_SUPP
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

SHAREWRE
    Shareware Products Discussion Forum
          This echo is for use by those who are interested in discussing
         the various software programs which are distributed as shareware
         as well as the moral, ethical and philosophical issues surrounding
         shareware and its distribution. The term "shareware", as
         it applies to this echo, includes freeware, public domain,
         donation ware, and test drives of demos of commercial programs.
         New members and novice users are welcome and encouraged
         to share their experiences, opinions and questions with
         others.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: SHAREWRE.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Steve Stacher, 2:443/888, [email protected]
                  Gary Gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

SHORTWAVE
    Shortwave Listener's Conference
          Discussion and tips for listeners to shortwave radio, scanners
         and satellites and long-distance monitoring of broadcast
         stations.  Beginners are especially welcome to participate.
         The conference also covers copying facsimile pictures, messages,
         news transmissions, etc. from foreign countries broadcasting
         on radio and satellites.  Helpful advice and circuits for
         antennas and allied radio equipment.  Group development
         of computer programs to control radio receivers and to automatically
         log information about stations monitored.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Knowles, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SHOTGUN
    Shotgun Professional SVGA BBS Support
          Support conference for Shotgun Professional, SGMail, PC-DataLink,
         VesaQWK and any other goodies by Brent Shellenberg.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:229/606                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Brent Shellenberg, 1:229/606, [email protected]
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Brent Shellenberg, 1:229/606, [email protected]

SHOULDERS
    Missions
          Missions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Charles Wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SILVER_XPRESS
    Silver Xpress OPX/QWK Offline Mail System Conference.
          A Support conference for the Silver Xpress Off-Line Mail
         System Door/Reader and related programs.  Silver Xpress
         is the fastest growing Off-line Mail System in the world.
         The main purpose for this echo is to offer support for SysOps
         and end Users using one of the many various Silver Xpress
         BBS mail doors and reader. This echo is for SysOps AND end
         users.  Please remember that there is another echo called
         PLATINUM_XPRESS for SysOps using the Platinum Xpress Mailer/Front-End
         Mail system.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FidoNet                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules: SILVER_XPRESS.
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   , Andrea Santos [email protected] Santos [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Andrea Santos, 1:135/382

SIMPSONS
    The Simpsons Discussion Echo
          Are you into Matt Groenig's humor?  If so, then this is
         the place to discuss it.  After all, it's more than just
         a single cartoon show.  There is a lot that you could be
         missing if you don't join in. Talk about the shows that
         you now like and have found out that that drives your kids
         up the wall!  And, have your kids join in, too.  You may
         find you have a lot more in common that you will admit...
          <G> Also on topic is FUTURAMA Rated, like The Simpsons
         itself, PG-13
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:393/9005                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B (Zones 1-6)
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Dan Ceppa, 1:393/9005.30
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:393/9005.30, [email protected]

SIP_AA
    [S]ingleness [I]n [P]urpose _ [A]lcoholics [A]nonymous
          ----------------------------------------------------------
         ****************  RECOVERY from ALCOHOLISM  ****************
         ------------------------------------------------------------
         An echo designed for the sharing of EXPERIENCE, HOPE and
         STRENGTH for those practicing the 12 steps recovery program
         described in the book Alcoholics Anonymous & in AA meetings.
         Former moderators: Tim D., Harriet L., Van S., Gary C.,
         Monte R.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Montreal, Canada                  Group:
    Distribution: Everywhere
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 75          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   UPD,
                  Jacques Montagne, 1:167/133
                  Jacques Montagne, [email protected]
    Last changed: 31-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SIP_ACA
    [S]ingleness [I]n [P]urpose - [A]dult [C]hildren [A]non
          --------------------------------------------------------------
         ******************  ADULT CHILDREN ANONYMOUS  ******************
         ----------------------------------------------------------------
         (also known as  Adult Children Of Alcoholics or as ACOA
         or ACA ) . . .  A support echo for Adults who were raised
         as Children in a Dysfunctional Family, whether the parents
         in those families were Alcoholics, Drug Addicted, Over Eaters,
         Sex Addicted or had other dysfunctional traits. The participants
         are usually long time users of the 12 STEPS Programs or
         Way of Life, such as in AA, NA, OA, SA, CA, etc... They
         have shown an interest to go further in their recovery than
         simple sobriety from their particular addictions. But Newcomers
         are welcomed and will be introduced to the 12 STEPS WAY
         OF LIFE.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Montreal, Canada                  Group:
    Distribution: Everywhere
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 20/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   UPD,
                  Jacques Montagne, 1:167/133
                  Jacques Montagne, [email protected]
    Last changed: 31-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SKEPTIC
    Skeptical Review of Claims of the Paranormal
          The SKEPTIC conference is for the discussion of fringe
         science, fringe medicine, flying saucers and other UFO's,
         "psychic" powers, water divining and other similar paranormal
         phenomena whose veracity or, lack thereof, can be tested
         by observation and experiment.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:218/890                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B (Zones 1-6)
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Fredric L. Rice, 1:218/890
                  Richard Smith, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SMOKERS_RIGHTS
    Issues Dealing with Smokers' Rights to Smoke
          The purpose of the SMOKERS_RIGHTS echo is to help distribute
         information and ideas dealing with the preservation of the
         right to smoke. We wish to promote a free exchange of ideas,
         thoughts and experiences of smokers from all locations and
         perhaps by unification of smokers everywhere we can regain
         our personal freedom and dignity which was granted to us
         by the Constitution.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/200                        Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
                  Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200

SOAPS
    Soap Opera Updates, Chat and Gossip
          SOAPS is the place to find the latest word in Soap Opera
         news. As long as it has to do with day or nighttime SOAPS,
         it's on topic here.  More people are watching SOAPS now
         than ever before, even if they aren't admitting it, so request
         this echo from your uplink now so your users can keep in
         step with their favorite stories.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  Tritchen Smith, 1:138/239
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

SOCCER
    Soccer discussions
          Soccer Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 28/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Satellite/FTP - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SOFTWARE_MARKETING
    Software Marketing/Business
          This echo is a forum for software developers to exchange
         ideas on how they can effectively market their products
         and manage their business.  People online can discuss any
         topics relevant to the computer industry and business practices
         in general.  EVERYONE is welcome to participate in this
         echo -  which is NOT limited to software developers - we
         welcome advice from anyone in any field of business, as
         well as comments and criticism from users as to what products,
         camppaigns, promotions and features they find most appealing.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1352                        Group: FID1
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone, Planet Connect
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules: SOFTMARK.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

SOFT_REVIEW
    Software Reviews
          Reviews of software.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet / Satellite Packets
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SOLAR_SYSTEM
    Comets Asteroids Planets and Moons Discussion
          This conference is for the discussion of the human and
         robotic exploration of the Solar System and the utilization
         of any materials found there. Discussion of visual, telescopic
         and space probe sensing of solar system objects is permitted
         as well as discussion of colonization and terraforming by
         human and robotic means. Discussion of Lunar and Mars bases
         and mining of Solar System resources is encouraged. Discussion
         of UFO's and speculative alien life forms is off topic and
         will not be permitted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:116/35                          Group:
    Distribution: By request from 1:116/35
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 108/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   John Graves, 1:116/35
    Last changed: 24-Sep-2000 by John & Misty Graves, 1:116/35@fidonet

SOUTH_TEXAS
    South Texas Chat Echo
          This echo is open to everyone living in or interested in
         South Texas. (Except professional agitators.) Distribution
         outside region 19 is SPECIFICALLY forbidden as is carriage
         on TELNET BBSs outside R19. Specific topic is, discussion
         of Texana and the area in general south of San Antonio to
         Mexico. The rules are simple:  Play nice, Don't fight, ENJOY!
         But whatever you do, don't knock Texas! (Or TEXANS!)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:397/6                           Group:
    Distribution: Available via Restricted FTP or DIRECT request from 1:3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 152/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/6
                  Phil Reynolds, 1:397/6.5
    Last changed: 29-May-2000 by Elvis Hargrove, 1:397/[email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SOU_STAR
    Southern Star (1:396/1) Admin Area
          Discussion of Southern Star operational matters.  Primarily
         for those who connect directly with Southern Star but others
         are welcome as guests.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: 1:396/1
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   John Souvestre, 1:396/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Jul-2000 by John Souvestre, 1:396/1

SPACE
    Space Exploration WITHIN Our Solar System
          --This conference focuses on the social, economic, political,
         industrial, cultural, technical, and scientific issues of
         creating a space-faring civilization WITHIN our Solar System.
         --IT IS NOT FOR Discussions on alien visitations, life in
         other solar systems, Science Fiction, or Theoretical Physics,
         UFO's, TREKKIES, SKEPTICS, ASTRONOMY, rasism, character
         assassination, bigitory remarks OR unauthorized space related
         news posts. --The key to the threads is the HUMAN element
         & what we as a species can do today to further our goals
         of living and working in space. --Founded By Bev Freed,
         American Space Journalist & Member NSS,USA. -Dedicated to
         her on her retirement as Moderator, for her hard work in
         tirelessly promoting Space Exploration & Sciences world
         wide.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/[email protected]             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE,ZONE-1,ZONE-2,ZONE-3,ZONE-6
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 700          Volume: 866/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719
                  Dan Dubrick, 1:153/719.1
                  Charles Radley, 1:105/337
    Last changed: 31-May-2000 by Hugh S. Gregory, 1:153/719@FidoNet
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SPHINCTER
    Discussion of Fido's "Chicken Little" group.
          This echo is dedicated to the discussion of anal retentive
         Good Ole' Boys, such as E'vis Hargrove, Todd Sullivan, or
         anyone else who, like the storied Chicken Little, runs around
         Fidonet telling everyone the sky is falling. Monthly elections
         will be held to determine whom among their number should
         be crowned Whiner of the Month in Bungholio (WOMB). Each
         December elections will be held to see who has spewed the
         Maxim Effluvium and a Whiner of the Year award to be issued
         (WYME), for their tireless efforts in running Fidonet into
         the ground.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: NAB, FTP/Email-list from [email protected]
    Gateways:
    Language:     English, American English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only>
    Notes: /SYS /RUL
    Moderators:   Roy Witt, 1:10/22
                  Emeritus; Brent Hamm, 1:289/22
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SPINAL_INJURY
    Spinal Cord Injury Topics
          A conference for all persons interested in Spinal Cord
         Injury to discuss various subjects related to SCI, including
         research, rehab, equipment, etc. Sexuality and bowel/bladder
         care are also discussed. Discussion of other spine-related
         problems is allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE, gated to ADAnet
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 86/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
    Last changed: 1-Jun-2000 by Alan Hess, 1:261/1000
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SPITFIRE
    Spitfire BBS Support And Chat Echo
          The Technical Support Conference for Spitfire BBS and Utilities.
          Spitfire Sysops And Enthusiasts Are Encouraged Use This
         Echo For Technical Support And Related Chatter. Spitfire
         has been updated for Y2K compliance.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:374/710                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: ALL Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Walt Young, 1:374/710, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Walt Young, 1:374/710, [email protected]

SPORTNET
    Generic Sports Echo
          Generic Sports Echo - International
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: Planet Connect/FamilyNet/[email protected]
    Gateways:     8/2000
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 24/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SPORTS
    Sports Discussion Echo
          A general discussion of Sports, concentrating on the happenings
         on the field.  Topics include all of the four "major" sports;
         baseball, basketball, football and hockey.  But discussions
         concerning all sports are permitted.  Discussions regarding
         Professional Wrestling should be directed to WRESTLING rather
         than this echo.  Discussions about sports products, such
         as baseball cards, are not allowed, and should be directed
         to the BB-CARDS echo.  No advertising is permitted at all.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/1701                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:   SPORTS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Ed Grinnell, 1:170/1701
    Last changed: 30-Aug-2000 by Imsend 2.50, 1:170/100

SP_ADMIN
    International FidoSpine Administrative echo
          International FidoSpine Administrative echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA  /MOD
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege (in trust), 1:2613/404
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by FidoSpine, 1:2613/404

SP_DIST
    International FidoSpine Primary Distributors echo
          International FidoSpine Primary Distributors echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA  /MOD
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege (in trust), 1:2613/404
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by FidoSpine, 1:2613/404

SP_ECHOLIST
    International FidoSpine Echolist Contact echo
          International FidoSpine Echolist Contact echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege (in trust), 1:2613/404
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by FidoSpine, 1:2613/404

SP_GENERAL
    International FidoSpine General Contact echo
          International FidoSpine General Contact echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine, anyone else who wishes to carry it
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege (in trust), 1:2613/404
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by FidoSpine, 1:2613/404

SP_POLICY
    International FidoSpine Policy echo
          International FidoSpine Policy echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA  /MOD
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege (in trust), 1:2613/404
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by FidoSpine, 1:2613/404

SQAFIX
    SqaFix Help and Information Echo
          Discussions covering SqaFix, a Squish Area Manager, freeware
         for noncommercial users.  SqaFix helps you manage your system
         echomail links both automatically and manually.  Current
         version for DOS: SqaFix, OS/2: SqaFixP and DPMI protected
         mode version: SqaFixX under DOS, OS/2, Windows 3.1, Win95
         and NT 3.xx/4.xx. Author Pete Kvitek, Moscow Russia, Fidonet
         2:5020/6
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, By Request
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 60/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

SQUISH
    SQUISH tosser and any other system that uses *.SQ? base
          Discussion of SQUISH format message areas and the software
         that desc uses
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: all backbones and zones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Calafrancesco, 1:2624/306, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SRGAMES
    Solar Realms Elite
          The Solar Realms Elite echo is for the discussion of all
         things relating to the interbbs games originally created
         by Mehul Patel. Discussion might include game strategy,
         utilities, league play or software development. The echo
         is also open for discussion of interbbs software created
         by or under development by John Dailey.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:141/513                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:     Contact Moderator
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 40/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Oakes, 1:141/513, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Aug-2000 by Tom Oakes, 1:141/513@fidonet

STAMPS_FMY
    Stamp Collecting
          Discussions about Stamp Collecting
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 643/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

STARGATE
    Stargate & Stargate SG-1 Discussion
          This conference is for the discussion of Stargate the feature
         film and Stargate SG-1 the Showtime series. The series picks
         up right where the film ended and has proven to be one of
         the best science-fiction shows on TV today. Whether you're
         a fan of the film or the series, this echo is for you! If
         you're looking for any kind of info on the series, such
         as cast lists, episode lists, general info or an episode
         synopsis... encode your seventh chevron and activate the
         gate!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:116/35                          Group:
    Distribution: Zones 1, 2, 3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 333/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Misty Graves, 1:116/35
    Last changed: 24-Sep-2000 by John & Misty Graves, 1:116/35@fidonet

STARWARS
    The Fidonet Star Wars Echo
          The international Star Wars Fidonet echo encourages the
         discussion of nearly everything relating to the events that
         happened a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... including,
         but not limited to: the Star Wars films (Star Wars, The
         Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace),
         the Special Editions of the films, the characters, novels,
         merchandise, toys, upcoming events, the coming prequel films
         in production, etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fido
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 50/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Whitaker, 1:282/1050, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Jun-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

STARWARS_FMY
    Starwars Discussions
          Starwars Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3877/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

STATS
    Echomail Stats & Info
          Autoposts of statistical echomail data, Robot posts of
         *EC concerns, and occasional test msgs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

STDSN
    Star Trek: Deep Space Nine discussions
          An EchoMail conference, just for discussion of the televison
         series, "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine". Since it is closely
         related to ST:TNG and ST: Voyager (with cross- characterizations),
         there will be _limited_ discussion of ST:TNG and ST: Voyager
         allowed on the echo, but only as it pertains to ST:DSN.
         Discussion of, or comparison with, the "original" series
         (TOS), or with any other Science Fiction series ("Babylon
         5" in particular), is frowned upon, and will not be tolerated.
         Discussion is also allowed for conventions involving the
         actors, as well as novels and comics. Participation is open
         to the public.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Deep Space 417, 1:286/1701        Group:
    Distribution: BackBone, Z2, Z3, ???
    Gateways:     MetroNet VIA 1:285/424, TrekNet VIA
    Language:
    # Nodes: 150          Volume: 43/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 1:286/1701
    Last changed: 12-Jul-2000 by Ray. Brown, 1:286/1701

STL-CARDINALS
    St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Team discussions
          alt.sports.baseball.stl-cardinals filtered internet newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 923/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp packets. Please request.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

STL-RAMS
    St. Louis Rams Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.stl-rams Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 847/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

STOCK_MARKET
    Stock and Other Investments Discussions.
          The purpose of this echo is to enable global investors
         to communicate with each other about investing in securities
         trading on any Stock Exchange, hence the echo name Stock
         Market. Discussion of all financial investments, including
         stocks, mutual funds, futures, and options are the primary
         focus. Multi-level marketing, pyramid offers, chain letters,
         advertisements and solicitations of investors are off topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2404/201                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 304/mo        Rules: STOCK.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: /RUL
    Moderators:   Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
                  Gerry Calhoun, 1:2404/200
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

STOON.CHATTER
    Saskatoon Chatter echo
          A chatter conference for users in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,
         Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Distribution: Private restricted to Saskatoon area only
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Richard Bonebrake, 1:140/60
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by : Richard Bonebrake, 1:140/60
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

STOON.CLASS
    Saskatoon For Sale echo
          A For Sale conference for all users in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,
         Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private restricted to Saskatoon only
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Richard Bonebrake, 1:140/60
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by : Richard Bonebrake, 1:140/60
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

STOON.SYSOP
    Saskatoon Sysop echo
          An admin conference for sysops in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,
         Canada
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private restricted to Saskatoon only
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Richard Bonebrake, 1:140/60
    Last changed: 27-May-2000 by : Richard Bonebrake, 1:140/60
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

STRESS_MGMT
    Stress Management
          A conference primarily dedicated to the topic of stress,
         basically how to deal with it.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

STTNG
    Star Trek: The Next Generation!
          Welcome to STTNG, FidoNet's echo for excusively TNG discussion!
         STTNG may have ended production, but we're still here, and
         better than ever! THIS is the echo to be in for up-to-date
         information! Stop by; you'll like what you see!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

STUDENTS
    Students
          For students of universities, teacher training colleges,
         technikons, theological seminaries, Bible colleges and other
         tertiary educational institutions to discuss anything relevant
         to their lives as students
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Unisa                             Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 8          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

STUDENT_PILOT
    New Pilot Discussions
          Moderated Internet Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3384/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available on satellite/ftp feed - request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

ST_PROG
    Programming the Atari ST, Jaguar, and related systems
          Discussions of Atari ST and later computers, Lynx and Jaguar
         game machines, and anything else of interest to Atari fans.
         Also check out ATARI_ST.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     Any, but English translat
    # Nodes: 40          Volume: 7/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Troy Cheek, 1:362/708.4, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Troy H. Cheek, 1:362/708.4

SUPER-BASTARD
    Super Bastards Echo
          **PLACE HOLDER TAG**
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

SUPER-BITCH
    Super Bitch Discussion Area
          For discussions by the Super-Bitches of suitable ways to
         make life hell for the appropriate *C and *EC levels. Also
         a suitable place for *C's and *EC's to spy on what we are
         up to, in their futile efforts to head us off. Anyone with
         something to bitch about, or be a bitch about, is welcome.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:250/525                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: SUPER-BITCH.RU
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Lesley-Dee Dylan, 1:250/525
                  Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

SUPRAFAX
    Supra Modems Discussion (Inactive)
          This echo could not sustain enough traffic on it's own,
         so we have removed it from distribution.  We recommend you
         use the COMM or MODEM echoes in future.  Please don't relist.
          Let's combine our resources rather than micro-divide them.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: None.  Please see notes above.
    Gateways:     None.
    Language:     Sanskrit
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: SUPRAFAX.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

SURVIVALISM
    Survivalism Discussions
          Survivalism Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3285/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: If desired on satellite feed, please request.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SURVIVOR
    Survivor
          Cancer/Leukemia/blood & immune system/coping with adversity.
         The SURVIVOR echo is a mutual support network of and for
         people actively involved in seeking effective ways of coping
         with illness/adversity/disability and in using them as opportunities
         for personal growth.  This echo would be of interest to,
         but is not limited to, people who have had personal experience
         with serious illness and/or disability.  The contents of
         the SURVIVOR echo include book reviews, notices of special
         events, information exchange, and sharing of ideas and experiences.
          NOTE: High and Low Ascii characters are permitted in the
         body of SURVIVOR messages.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/716                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone, FidoSpine
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: SURVIVOR.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Dallas Hinton, 1:153/715
                  Ardith Hinton, 1:153/716
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Dallas Hinton (automatic robot), 1:153/715

SURV_BOOKS
    SURVNET BOOKS, MAGAZINES & VIDEOS
          Discussions of books, magazines and videos related to Survival.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_CHAT
    SURVNET CHAT ECHO
          This is SURVNET's general purpose chatter echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_COMM
    SURVNET COMMUNICATIONS
          Discussions about survival communications; for example,
         BBS's & Ham radio.  Also discussions about pgp and how to
         implement it. How to set up a FTN point system.  PGP encrypted
         mail is allowed in this echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_COMMON_VS_CIVIL
    SURVNET COMMON_VS_CIVIL LAW
          Discussions about the differences between common and civil
         law. Why you want to be under common law and the disavantages
         to you under civil law.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_DEATH&TAXES
    SURVNET DEATH&TAXES
          We can't do too much about death.  Maybe we can do something
         about taxes.  Discussions about what we might do and what
         the government is doing to us.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_FILE
    SURVNET File Announcements and Support
          All files hatched by SV systems are announced in here.
          Also the place to ask questions about particular files,
         availability, and whether a given file should be hatched
         or not
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_FOOD
    Survival Food Oriented
          This Echo is to be used for  discussion of all forms of
         food and herbs  as  they  relate  to Survival in all of
         it's forms.   Recipes, food  preparation, food storage,
         the use of herbs and spices in cooking, including their
         medicinal properties  are  all  on  topic  as  are the gathering
         and use of wild plants.  FREQ  SURVNET.* from the origin
         for an information packet on SurvNet.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_GUN_RIGHTS
    Gun Rights and laws that may affect same
          For the discussion of Gun Rights, laws that may affect
         these rights and related topics. Some technical discussion
         permitted but only in relation to specific laws.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 98/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_NEWS
    SURVNET NEWS ANNOUNCEMENTS
          This echo is devoted entirely to "news type announcements".
          While any user may post here, they must be addressed to
         all, and be of "newsworthy nature".
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_NRA
    SURVNET NRA FORUM
          An area for the discussion of the National Rifle Association.
          Topics should relate directly to the NRA and its policies/procedures/actions.
         This forum is open to both pro and con discussion of the
         NRA but all correspondence is expected to remain civil and
         adult.  Flames will not be tolerated!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 48/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_ORIENTED
    SURVNET GENERAL DISCUSSIONS
          This area is intended for the exchange of survival oriented
         infor- mation such as tips and techniques for wilderness
         survival, questions regarding survival topics, product opinions,
         etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_POLITICS
    SURVNET POLITICS
          For the discussion of all Political topics but particularly
         those that may affect survivalists.  Topics include new
         laws (such as the Brady Bill),  the New World Order, the
         role of the United Nations, and current political candidates.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_RELIGION
    SURVNET RELIGION
          An echo about religion and religious persecution.  Please
         post all SURVNET religion related messages here.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 14/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_RUSH
    Rush Limbaugh
          Rush Limbaugh discussion area
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_SOAP_BOX
    SURVNET SOAP BOX
          A public access forum for ranting and raving.  As long
         as participants remain civil all topics except abortion
         are allowed.  Attacking any idea is OK, attacking echo participants
         is not.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_SPORTSMAN
    SURVNET SPORTSMAN
          Discussions of recreational outdoor activities.  This forum
         is open to the discussion of Backpacking, Hiking, Hunting,
         Fishing, Camping, Wilderness Exploration, Boating and Paddling,
         RV Travel, Outdoor Safety, and other related topics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_SYSOP
    SURVNET SYSOP
          This is a restricted access conference for SURVNET SysOps
         Only.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /SYS
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SURV_WEAPONS
    SURVNET WEAPONS
          An area for the technical discussion of all types weapons
         as they relate to survival.  Discussion should center on
         the use and misuse of weapons needed for survival in today's
         environment.  Political discussions concerning weapons should
         be directed to the Survnet Gun Rights or NRA echoes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: SURVNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Terry Buyers, 9:6800/7
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

SYNCDATA
    Synchronet Distributed Databases
          This conference is for the distribution of entries and
         updates for Synchronet-specific distributed databases. This
         echo is not intended for manual posting/reading, but rather
         automated message import/export by programs such as SMB2SBL
         and SBL2SMB.  Currently, the databases supported are the
         Synchronet BBS List (SBL) and Synchronet Match Maker (SMM).
         This echo will contain messages with high-ASCII characters.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3821/100                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: DOVE, IFTN, IQTN, NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:     DOVE-Net via 1:3821/100
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-May-2000 by Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SYNCHRONET
    Synchronet Discussion
          This conference is for the discussion of Synchronet Multinode
         BBS Software and related programs.  This is a public access
         conference and anyone having interest in Synchronet may
         participate.  Public announcements by Rob Swindell (Synchronet's
         developer) will be posted here.  Questions regarding Synchronet
         are sometimes answered by the author of Synchronet.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3821/100                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: DOVE, IFTN, IQTN, NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:     DOVE-Net via 1:3821/100
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-May-2000 by Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SYNC_PROGRAMMING
    Synchronet/Baja/XSDK Programming
          Discussion of Synchronet-related programming.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3821/100                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: DOVE, IFTN, IQTN, NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:     DOVE-Net via 1:3821/100
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-May-2000 by Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SYNC_SYSOPS
    Synchronet Multinode BBS Software Support (Sysops Only)
          Discussion area for Synchronet BBS Sysops.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3821/100                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: DOVE, IFTN, IQTN, NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:     DOVE-Net via 1:3821/100
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-May-2000 by Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

SYS4SALE
    Sysop For-Sale Area
          Buying/Selling of Computer Products by SysOps (ONLY)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

SYSNODES
    Net116 Sysop only echo
          This conference is for the discussion of issues concerning
         Sysops of Net116.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:116/35                          Group:
    Distribution: Net116
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 86/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Nodelisted Sysops of Net 116 only
    Moderators:   John Graves, 1:116/35
    Last changed: 24-Sep-2000 by John & Misty Graves, 1:116/35@fidonet

SYSOP
    International  Sysop  Conference (the original one)
           General Echo for use of SYSOPS all over the WORLD. Rules
         are simple: 1. Subject to FIDONET policy 4 (see section
         9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were NETMAIL. 2. Subject-any remotely
         SYSOP oriented. 3. Reasonable behavior in the networks.
         4. No geographic restrictions on links. any zone echopols
         are specifically rejected. 5. Moderators asks routers to
         follow ECROC (freq from 1:2604/583)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       ALL BACKBONES                     Group:
    Distribution: Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 199          Volume: 64/mo        Rules: SYSOP.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

SYSOP-DISC
    Sysop Discussions
          Filtered alt.allsysop Newsgroup Sysop Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Charles Wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SYSOP170
    Fidonet Net 170 Admin Echo
          Echo area for use by nodelisted sysops of FidoNet Net 170.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/0                           Group:
    Distribution: LOCAL ONLY
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   NC 170, 1:170/0
                  NEC 170, 1:170/1
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503@Fidonet

SYSOP18
    Region 18 Sysop Only Echo
          This echo is devoted to the concerns of Region 18 Sysops.
         All Region 18 Sysops are welcome. **Foxy Ferguson @ 1:361/1
         Is RC18 Technical Backup**
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Region 18 Only!
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 60/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

SYSOP343
    L.S.O. Sysop's & Co-Sysops Conference
          SYSOP343 conference is an forum for Net343 Sysops & Co-Sysops
         to provide an open Chat echo for FidoNet's NET343.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/0                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: Local (Lesser Seattle Opera NET 343 Seattle, WA)
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 16/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   John Pengelly, 1:343/92, [email protected]
                  Bob Jones, 1:343/41, [email protected]
                  Dan Updike, 1:343/177
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Moderator's_email_address, 1:261/1551, John Pengelly <[email protected]>

SYSOPS
    SYSOPS Discussion
          This echo was abandoned by the original moderator.  This
         re-incarnation may offer a platform for discussions by sysops
         concerning the rigors of this noble calling and how it may
         affect the krondolack factor present in many mass storage
         devices.  At no time will the hands of the moderator leave
         his arms.  The echo may be bent, folded, spindled or mutalated
         to fit.  Only serious applicants need apply.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       The Barter Board                  Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Backbones
    Gateways:     No gateways allowed
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 5/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

SYSOPS_CORNER
    SysOps Corner is a SysOps Only Echo!
          SysOps Corner is a place for SysOps to get away from the
         other SysOps echos where it seems people are fussing about
         policy and other NON-HOBBY things. :)  SysOps Corner is
         going to be a place where SysOps can lay back and just chat
         about the weather or the latest Online game or anything
         EXCEPT POLICY and all those other nasty words that are DESTROYING
         FIDONET!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

SYSOP_JUNGLE
    South Florida Sysops' virtual Get-Together.
          This is an area for sysops in Dade, Broward, Lee and Palm
         Beach Counties to help each other, chat, discuss issues
         or just have a good time. South Florida's source for files-received
         notices.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:135/907                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Private, Nets 135, 369, 3609
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rachel Veraa, 1:135/907
    Last changed: 6-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

SYSOP_PN
    Conference for the SysOps and Co-SysOps of Phileonet
          Conference for the SysOps and Co-SysOps of PhileoNet
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

SYSTEM7
    Macintosh Operating System Support Discussions
          A support echo for discussions involving use and programming
         of specific features, software compatibility and hardware
         recommendations for all versions of Macintosh operating
         systems General chatter is discouraged.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:282/24                          Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE, ZONE 2, ZONE 3
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 86/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Daniel O'Leary, Daniel_O'Leary@1:130/10
    Last changed: 28-Sep-2000 by Daniel O'Leary, 1:130/1015

T-MAIL.SUPPORT
    T-MAIL FTN Front-end Mailer International Support Conf
          T-mail support echo, an International conference to provide
         support and technical assistance for users and prospective
         users of the T-Mail FTN Front-end Mailer. Topics may include:
         Questions and answers on how to use the various features
         of T-Mail, Bug reports, T-Mail and other programs that are
         designed to work with T-Mail, Information on where to obtain
         copies of T-Mail and related programs, Any news about T-Mail
         that the author wishes to share with users. Discussion of
         the following will be considered on topic: performance T-Mail
         and other front-end mailers, interfacing T-Mail with external
         utilities designed for T-Mail and with bulletin board software.DESC
         Off-Topic: Any subject not listed above, Personal attacks
         on any person, Attacks on persons or companies who produce
         other front-end mailers, Discussions of hardware and operating
         systems except as relating to how T- Mail performs under
         these environments, Acting as
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2320/38                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Janis Kracht, 1:2320/38, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

TAG
    The T.A.G. BBS National Support Echo
          The T.A.G. BBS provides an easy to setup and maintain system.
         T.A.G. is FreeWare,updated for Y2K. Large selection of 3rd
         party utilities available. Features: multi-node (255 lines),
         interfaces w/FD & IM mailers, JAM/HUDSON/FIDO, complete
         file ratio and point system, built in QWK, DESC reading,
         ANSI/RIP graphic screens w/auto- detect, fully configurable
         menus, CD-ROM and multi changer use, customizable strings,
         DOS-W95-W98-OS/2 compatible, configurable transfer protocols,
         event system, validation system w/user expiration dates,
         IEMSI auto-logon, 256 security levels with 26 flags. Moderators
         Emeritus: Victor Capton & Alan Jurison
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Craig Klingel, 1:2410/351
    Last changed: 28-Sep-2000 by XRobot 4.10 (DOS), 1:2410/351@fidonet

TAGLINES
    For sharing those witty sayings found at the end of mes
          Exchange, enjoyment of taglines. Posting of theme oriented
         tagline connections is encouraged as long as the message
         containing the collection does not exceed 12K in size. Posting
         of messages containing taglines that attack groups based
         on gender, ethnic background, religion, sexual preference,
         etc is not tolerated. Primary Moderator is Bobby Queen.
         Discussion of use of tagline managers software is acceptable.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 912/mo        Rules: TAGLINES.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

TAMPABAY-BUCS
    Tampabay Buccaneers Pro Football Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.football.pro.tampabay-bucs Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3383/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

TBBS
    TBBS SysOps Support
          A support conference for TBBS SysOps. Conference topics
         include TBBS and it's associated utilities including applications
         support from third party vendors.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:104/769                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /SYSOP /REAL
    Moderators:   Bob Whiston, 1:104/769, [email protected]
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Bob Whiston, 1:104/769, [email protected]

TBBS-BBS
    TBBS - Esoft BBS Software Discussions
          Filtered comp.bbs.tbbs Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 2/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

TC1
    TRI-CITY AREA CHAT AND INFO
          TRI-CITIES, WA CHAT AND INFO
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC10
    TRI-CITY AREA SYSOPS
          TRI-CITIES, WA SYSOPS
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC11
    TRI-CITY AREA MODEMER'S CHURCH
          TRI-CITIES, WA MODEMER'S CHURCH
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC12
    REALLY GOOD NEWS
          REALLY GOOD NEWS..CHRISTIAN DISCUSSION ECHO
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC2
    TRI-CITY AREA MODEMER'S ASSOCIATION
          TRI-CITIES, WA MODEMER'S ASSOCIATION
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC3
    TRI-CITY AREA SALE/TRADE/EVENTS
          TRI-CITIES, WA SALE/TRADE/EVENTS
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC4
    TRI-CITY AREA BBS ADS
          TRI-CITIES, WA BBS ADS
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC5
    TRI-CITY AREA BUSINESS ADS
          TRI-CITIES, WA BUSINESS ADS
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC6
    TRI-CITY AREA JOB SEARCH/LISTINGS
          TRI-CITIES, WA JOB SEARCH/LISTINGS
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC7
    TRI-CITY AREA RESUME SUBMISSION AREA
          TRI-CITIES, WA RESUME SUBMISSION AREA
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC8
    TRI-CITY AREA RESUME CRITIQUE/HELP
          TRI-CITIES, WA RESUME CRITIQUE/HELP
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TC9
    TRI-CITY AREA RESTAURANT REVIEW
          TRI-CITIES, WA RESTAURANT REVIEW
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Group:                            Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     WWIV
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: NO ANSI
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  KEVIN CROSBY, 1:3407/5
                  JOHN SCHWAB, 1:3407/2
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TCPIP
    TCP/IP Protocol Suite Discussions
          Discussions of the TCP/IP Protocol Suite and related issues.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine, SWPBone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018

TEAMOS2
    OS2 User groups and grass roots promotion
          An international discussion forum for groups and individuals
         to discuss promoting OS2. This is not a debate echo between
         OS2 and other Operating Systems. Keep discussion polite
         and topical. News announcements, User Group info and other
         promotional events are all welcome topics.  Keep the language
         clean.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Dave Calafrancesco, 1:2624/801
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

TECH
    TECHnical conference
          International Conference for the discussion of General
         TECHnical subjects.  Computer hardware, operating systems,
         electronics, remote control, and other related subjects.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/1.4                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Zones Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 700/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4

TECH-CHAT
    TECHnical-CHAT conference
          International Conference for lite discussion of "almost
         TECHnical" subjects, and "technical merits" of non-technical
         subjects.  If you can't find a better place, this might
         be the one.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/1.4                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Zones Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4
    Last changed: 17-Oct-2000 by Matt Mc_Carthy, 1:396/1.4

TEEN
    The International Teenager's Echo
          An International forum for youth from ages of 13 to 25
         to communicate back and forth and have a good time. Rules
         in this echo are very limited, as the readers of the echo
         do a very good job telling other people what "they" consider
         to be readable, and what they consider to be annoying. If
         a problem occurs, or a complaint is recieved in this echo,
         netmail should be sent to Andrew Serrano at 1:3618/555 as
         soon as possible. If no action is taken after a reasonable
         amount of time, contact Jay Fuller, senior moderator, at
         Deep Space Nine BBS, fidonet address 1:3613/22, or [email protected].
         Note to SysOp: If you have a caller that is too young for
         this echo, please direct them to the KIDS echo A Compatable
         echo for older people would be the YOUNG_ADULT echo. Echo
         Webpage: http://www.airnet.net/jfuller/teenecho Echo Irc
         Channel: irc.dal.net, #teenecho
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3613/22                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: International
    Gateways:     1:10/8
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 216/mo        Rules: TEENECHO.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jay Fuller, 1:3613/22, [email protected]
                  Andrew Serrano, 1:3618/555, [email protected]
    Last changed: 17-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:3613/22, Jay Fuller <[email protected]>

TEEN_SYSOP
    InterNational Conference for Teen Sysops and FRIENDS
          This conference is for Teens that operate a Bbs and is
         a place where they can discuss bbs's, Internet or whatever
         they wish...be it dating, school, crime, problems or whatever
         is of interest to this age group.  Everyone should feel
         free to invite their friends to join in
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:112/25                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:     None
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: Teen_Sys.Rul
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Michael Downing, 1:112/25
    Last changed: 2-Aug-2000 by Michael Downing, 1:112/25@fidonet

TELECOM
    Telecommunications News
          Telecommunications News from the Internet comp.dcom.telecom
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet - Moderated              Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 336/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, 8:8/0
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

TELIX
    Telix Users Information Exchange
          This echo is for use by those who use or are interested
         in using the Telix Communications program produced by deltaCom
         Development.  The echo is carried internationally and users
         of the echo are scattered throughout the world.  As such,
         and since international calling is so expensive, off-topic
         message restrictions are strictly enforced.  Members of
         the conference include many individuals who are very experienced
         in the use of Telix, including those who have written a
         variety of Telix related utilities.  Script files are regularly
         entered and passed via the echo.  New members and novice
         users are welcome and encouraged to share their experiences
         and opinions. E-Mail me at [email protected]
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: BACKBONE, INTERNATIONAL
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 152/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ben Carpenter, 1:106/2000
                  Ben Carpenter, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Aug-2000 by Ben Carpenter, 1:106/2000, "Ben Carpenter" <[email protected]>

TENNIS
    Tennis & Racquet Sports Conference
          Whether you are a club player, a weekender, or you haven't
         touched a racquet in years, you are welcome here! Friendly
         discussion of Tennis, Table Tennis, and other racquet sports.
         Daily Tournament results posted when available.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:150/220                         Group:
    Distribution: Zones 1, 2, 3, 4
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:   TENNIS.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Dave Nemeth, 1:150/220
    Last changed: 16-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

TENN_GEN
    Tennessee Genealogy
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:361/1                           Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

TERMINAT
    Terminate, The Final Terminal, Global support
          To provide technical support and give help to the many
         many thousands of Terminate users world-wide.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:443/888                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Zones, All Regions
    Gateways:     Contact Moderator for information
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules: TERMINAT.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes: /RUL
    Moderators:   Steve Stacher, 2:443/888
                  Bo Bendtsen, [email protected]
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by Steve Stacher, 2:443/888

TERMINATE_UK
    Terminate Support & Discussion - UK only
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FIDO                              Group:
    Distribution: UK Only
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: TERMI_UK.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Stacher, 2:443/888, [email protected]
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by Steve Stacher, 2:443/888

TEST343
    Lesser Seattle Opera's SysOp test Conference
          TEST343 conference is an echo designed to TEST echomail
         processors
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:343/0                           Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: Local (Lesser Seattle Opera NET 343 Seattle, WA)
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 12/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   John Pengelly, 1:343/92, [email protected]
                  Bob Jones, 1:343/41, [email protected]
                  Dan Updike, 1:343/177
    Last changed: 9-Oct-2000 by Moderator's_email_address, 1:261/1551, John Pengelly <[email protected]>

TEST_976
    PATRIOT NETWORK -TEST- ECHO
          For testing feed problems, software set-up, etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: PATRIOTNET
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   , UPD@MSGID: 1:3407/5@fid
                  Kevin Crosby, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Jul-2000 by ECHOLIST, 1:3407/5

TEXAS
    GENERAL CHAT FOR TEXAS
          For those that have lived in the state that would like
         to chat about their state. Such subjects: Government, Geographics,
         Economics, History, current events and etc,,,
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:170/503                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503
                  David E Waters, 1:106/4446
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by Gary Baumgartner, 1:170/503@Fidonet

TEXAS-RANGERS
    Texas Rangers Baseball team discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.texas-rangers newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 141/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

TFDN
    Trek File Distribution Network SysOp's Echo
          A conference just for members of the international Trek
         File Distribution Network.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Deep Space 417, 234:10/0          Group:
    Distribution: Private (for now)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 21/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req> <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /MEMBER /RUL /MOD-APVL
    Moderators:   Ray Brown, 234:10/0
    Last changed: 12-Jul-2000 by Ray. Brown, 1:286/1701

THDPRO
    THDPROscan Support Conference!
          THDPROscan Support - Support for THDPRO and THDPRO utilities
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

THE-BIBLE
    Mainstream Bible Discussions
          This echo is dedicated to a rational discussion of the
         Bible including quoting of scripture without bashing the
         beliefs of other christian denominations. Discussions surrounding
         the "correctness" of specific Bible translations are not
         allowed as well as multi-part "preaching" posts. THE-BIBLE
         wants to provide a loving and caring environment for Christians
         to explore and share their faith.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

THEBACKBONE
    General backbone issues
           Backbone Distribution Method(s) Discussion This conference
         is for a discussion of current and new methods of distributing
         echomail. Conference Rules are simple: a. Show proper conference
         manners (i.e. no flaming, no off topic discussions) b. All
         are welcome c. The moderator reserves the right to revoke
         access to this echo. The moderator's decision is final.
         Otherwise, just have a good time! Souvestre's sla'cker is
         specifically rejected ECROC APPLIES TO THIS CONFERENCE and
         its distribution
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-APVL
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

THEIST_WATCH
    Freethinker Watch on Religious Shenanigans Echo
          The THEIST_WATCH echo is a news feed forum operated by
         Fredric L. Rice at 1:218/890 and Richard Smith at 1:203/9046.
          The purpose of the echo is to issue news reports detailing
         the many and varied oddities, contradictions, and just plain
         silly stuff in which cultists of all stripes engage, with
         particular focus upon illegal, dangerous, or unethical practices.
          Such nonsense is bound to get ever worse as the year 2000
         approaches and this forum will pay close attention to what
         theists do during the current "silly season." Those who
         wish to engage in debate over unrelated topics should take
         their debates to HOLYSMOKE or one of the theist echos or
         networks.  Those who wish to keep an eye on the machinations,
         canards, and scary stuff cultists do in the name of their
         Deity(-ies) may want to tap into this echo for some eye-opening
         news items.  This echo is not to be gated into any other
         network without the written permission of the
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:218/890                         Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B (Zones 1-6)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Fredric L. Rice, 1:218/890
                  Richard Smith, [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

THEOLED
    Theological Education
          For members of theological seminaries, Bible Colleges and
         other theological education institutions (staff, students
         administrators etc.) to discuss anything connected with
         theological education and training for ministry
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet, Southern Africa        Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.theole
    Language:
    # Nodes: 10          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

THEOLOGY_FMY
    Theology
          Theological discussions from any Christian perspective
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet Backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.theolo
    Language:
    # Nodes: 5          Volume: 78/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

THE_BACKBONE
    General backbone issues
           Backbone Distribution Method(s) Discussion This conference
         is for a discussion of current and new methods of distributing
         echomail. Conference Rules are simple: a. Show proper conference
         manners (i.e. no flaming, no off topic discussions) b. All
         are welcome c. The moderator reserves the right to revoke
         access to this echo. The moderator's decision is final.
         Otherwise, just have a good time! Souvestre's foolish sla'cker
          is specifically rejected ECROC APPLIES TO THIS CONFERENCE
         and its distribution
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-APVL
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

THE_WORD_PN
    Bible Discussions
          Bible Discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       PhileoNet                         Group: PN
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     FamilyNet
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 33/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ron Hossack, 777:100/1
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

THOM-TOM
    Tempest in a Teapot
          How could one resist re-listing an echo like this ? No
         distribution is intended.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Knowles, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

TI-ECHO
    Texas Instruments Topics
          A conference for discussing the TI-99/4A computer and it's
         related clones.  Issues discussed are programming, hardware
         hacking, material sources and general 99'er topics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Walter Tietjen, 1:151/114
    Last changed: 19-Jun-2000 by Walter Tietjen, 1:151/114

TOR-BLUEJAYS
    Toronto Bluejays Baseball discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.baseball.tor-bluejays Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 890/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

TOR-RAPTORS
    Toronto Raptors NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.tor-raptors Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

TORNADO.SUPPORT
    Tornado BBS Software Support Echo
          For discussions and questions pertaining to the BBS software
         Tornado and other supporting software for Tornado.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:461/22                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Konstantin Klyagin, 2:461/22
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Ruth Argust, 1:2404/201

TOTT
    Turn On To Teens [See Elist before requesting]
          This is a serious echo for teens and concerned adults to
         discuss issues and problems facing today's youth. The purpose
         of the echo is to help educate the public about the realities
         many teens face day to day and provide a "safe" place for
         teens to talk about concerns such as peer pressure, drugs
         or alcohol, gangs, fear of violence, family problems, getting
         a job, lack of self esteem, pregnancy, school problems,
         and the like. Peer support and adult encouragement are very
         important here. Teens in Fresno County Juvenile Hall participate
         through a special volunteer program, therefore, "Handles"
         are REQUIRED to protect identities. T.O.T.T Sysop companion
         echo also REQUIRED for Sysops, who agree to carry and use
         the TOTT_SYSOP echo in order to remain up to date on special
         concerns or issues affecting the TOTT echo. Sysops are requested
         to post a test message on TOTT_SYSOP as soon as you are
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 45          Volume: 1050/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_CREATV
    Creative Efforts by Youth
          This conference is a place for sharing creative efforts:
         poems, short stories, personal stories, etc., written by
         or concerning youth. Some of these materials will be published
         in the TOTT Newsletter.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_DEBATE
    Let's Debate
          Like to argue? Can you do it without name calling, profanity
         or putdowns? Pick a subject, take a stand, and try to convince
         others to see it your way. Test your powers of persuasion
         and your ability to sort through the hype to find what YOU
         think about a topic.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_JC
    Juvenile Court
          The purpose of this echo is to provide information about
         the juvenile court process, its limits, needs, and the rules
         under which it operates. Why are things are done a certain
         way, how does the court process work, what types of caseloads
         are carried by public defenders? What special problems or
         needs are faced by parents and court officials? How is the
         juvenile system different from the adult system? How do
         laws differ around the country? Material included here will
         also be of general interest to criminology or legal students,
         and to individuals interested in general juvenile justice
         issues.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_JOB
    Get a Job!
          This echo is a forum for discussion of youth employment
         issues: finding potential jobs; writing a resume; going
         to an interview; realistic expectations if you're hired;
         handling rejection; dress and grooming tips; conflicts or
         problems on the job, etc. Adults who hire youth are strongly
         encouraged to participate and contribute to the discussion.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_NET
    TOTT Net Administration
          This is a restricted echo for moderators, coordinators
         and hubs in the TOTT_Net system.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_PARENT
    Pregnancy and Parenting
          This conference is designed primarily for discussion of
         teen pregnancy and parenting issues. Topics such as resources,
         feelings, problems, helpful hints, health concerns, discipline,
         coping with being a parent, getting back into school, etc.
         are all valid topics. Adults who work with teen parents
         and adults who have personal experience with the issues
         faced by teen parents are encouraged to participate.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_REAL
    Get Real!
          The purpose of this conference is to discuss issues, beliefs,
         prejudices, problems and other topics that occur between
         people of different backgrounds or cultures. It is especially
         designed as an area for youth to discuss prejudice, fears,
         or anger and seek ways of changing these attitudes, learning
         about others, or sharing their own heritage and beliefs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
                  Jerry Rudoff, 1:135/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_ROCK
    Rock Talk - Christian Discussion
          This echo is a discussion area for sharing your faith,
         requesting prayers, and discussing issues related to Christian
         beliefs. Non-denominational, with a focus on youth involvement,
         this echo is available to youth in detention centers and
         court schools, therefore, handles are required to protect
         identities and encourage open communication. Putdowns and
         "ramming" of beliefs are not permitted. A non-judgemental,
         supportive, sharing approach to faith and its application
         in our lives is encouraged.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 7          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_SOS
    Survivors of Suicide Loss
          This echo, sponsored by the Fresno, CA Survivors of Suicide
         Loss support group, focuses on family members and friends
         who have lost a loved one to suicide. Poetry, letters, articles
         from survivors are included. Survivors may feel very alone,
         may experience a variety of feelings, and may not know where
         to turn for help. They are not alone. Although this echo
         is sponsored by an individual chapter, there are many other
         chapters of Survivors nationwide. All are welcome and encouraged
         to participate.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net, FIDOSPINE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_SYSOP
    Turn On To Teens Sysop Echo [See Elist]
          This echo is required for sysops who carry the TOTT echo.
         This is an administrative area which is intended to allow
         sysops to discuss ideas, explore options and brainstorm
         about problems posted on the TOTT echo. TOTT_SYSOP should
         not be made available to the general public. (NOTE: Moderator
         approval may be given for exceptions IF an individual has
         a special need for/or can contribute in a significant way
         to the TOTT_SYSOP echo. Please contact moderator for approval
         if you have someone you feel should be given access to this
         area.) Please post an intro in TOTT_SYSOP as soon as you
         receive the echo, giving your name and the name, net address
         and location of your BBS.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1 BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 45          Volume: 150/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
                  Faye Johnson, 1:205/80
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TOTT_YIC
    Youth in Recovery
          This is a conference for youth seeking support in their
         efforts to stay away from drugs or alcohol. Resisting peer
         pressure to get involved in the drug scene, having sober
         fun, finding sober friends, programs that have helped, lessons
         learned, etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

TRADE_WARS
    TradeWars genre BBS door games
          TradeWars 2002 v2 and v3 are the current primary topic,
         though any BBS doorgame of the space trading/war genre is
         allowed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
                  Craig Healy, 1:323/120
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

TRAINS
    Scale Model Railroading
          An area for the discussion of all facets of Model Railroading.
         Conversation about full scale railroading is allowed here
         as long as it pertains to prototype information for modeling
         purposes.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:102/1024                        Group:
    Distribution: FidoNet zone 1 backbone
    Gateways:     Moderator permission required.  Non
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 541/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD
    Moderators:   , Kelly Cruise 1:102/1024
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

TRAPDOOR
    Technical help on TrapDoor, the Amiga FTN mailer.
          Technical help on TrapDoor, the Amiga FTN mailer and it's
         related support programs.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       3:634/383.0                       Group: Fido
    Distribution: Fido;Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Craig Hutchison, 3:634/383, [email protected]
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

TRAVEL
    Travel, International & Domestic
          Travel, Vacations, Cruises  The international Travel echo
         is of intrest to travelers the world over.  You can ask
         questins about destinations or relate your own travel experiences,
         good or bad.  We offer a free exchange of information regarding
         travel on a budget or in first class luxury.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:255/1                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 108/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   John Burden, 2:255/1
    Last changed: 8-Aug-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

TREK
    Star Trek General Discussions
          General Discussions of Star Trek, all genres
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

TREKTECH
    Star Trek Technical Discussions
          Discussion of the technology behind the Star Trek Universe,
         including how Trek technology "works," how the episodes
         are created, etc.  Anything not allowed in another Trek-related
         echo because it's considered "too technical" is welcome
         here.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Troy Cheek, 1:362/708.4, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Troy H. Cheek, 1:362/708.4

TREK_CREATIVE
    International Science Fiction Creative Echo
          The *INTERNATIONAL* TREK_CREATIVE Echo is for the free
         discussion and posting of Science Fiction stories, writings,
         top ten lists, humor, updates, e-mags, fanzine discussion,
         and lots of fun! From Babylon 5 to Voyager, this echo has
         it all! *** ECROC is not recognized in this echo. ***
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: International
    Gateways:     [email protected]
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Paul Williams, 1:387/770.5, [email protected]
                  Garry Stahl, [email protected]
                  Kevin van Houten, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Paul Williams, 1:387/770.5

TREK_HUMOR_FILK
    TEROK NOR:  Star Trek Humor and Filksongs
          TEROK NOR, an echo for filksongs (songs, song parodies,
         poems) and other jokes and humor related to all series and
         films of Star Trek.  Humorous discussion, parodies, and
         satire of the series "Babylon 5" will also be permitted,
         with the emphasis being on humor.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:     [email protected]
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Paul Williams, 1:387/770.5, [email protected]
                  Kevin van Houten, [email protected]
                  Garry Stahl, [email protected]
    Last changed: 7-Oct-2000 by Paul Williams, 1:387/770.5

TREK_VOYAGER
    Star Trek: Voyager Echo!
          Discussion of the "Star Trek: Voyager" Series, premiering
         on the United Paramount network in January, 1995
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

TRIBBS
    The *ORIGINAL* TriBBS Software Support Echo
          A general conference for users of the TriBBS program.
         Discussions of setup problems, hardware difficulties, external
         protocol interfacing and utilities for TriBBS, including
         3rd party programs. Now linked with the WME TriBBS Tips
         Conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Private distribution
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: TRIBBS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Richard Bowermaster, 1:363/167
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12.1

TRIBBS_BETA
    Restricted TriBBS Software Beta Echo
          A restricted conference for beta testers of the TriBBS
         program.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private distribution
    Gateways:     None allowed without moderator perm
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Gary Price, 1:3607/26
    Last changed: 27-Jun-2000 by NWStar, 1:140/1

TRS-MOD134
    Tandy TRS-80 National Echo
          Discussion of Tandy TRS-80 Model 1/3/4 microcomputer and
         related interests.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Klahn, [email protected]
                  Ben Carpenter, [email protected]
                  Ben Carpenter, 1:106/2000
    Last changed: 15-Aug-2000 by Ben Carpenter, 1:261/1551, [email protected]

TUB
    Official Squish EchoMail Tosser Help & Support
          Official conference for discussion/support of the Squish
         EchoMail processor and related utilities. Sysop, or soon-
         to-be-sysop access only. (Also see the Maximus home page
         at http://oeonline.com/~garyg/maximus/)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2410/400                        Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet only, except listed gates. No newsgroup dist.
    Gateways:     Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: TUB.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYS /REA
    Moderators:   gary gilmore, 1:2410/400
    Last changed: 25-Oct-2000 by gary gilmore, 1:2410/400

TV
    General Discussions About Television
          Since 1948, few things have impacted the lives of people
         more than television.  This echo is for the discussion of
         this powerful medium; it's series, specials, news events,
         and even commercials.  Philosophical debates on how TV may
         impact us is also encouraged.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

TV_FMY
    TV Discussions
          rec.arts.tv filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 9417/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Available via Satellite/FTP please request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

UFGATE
    Discussion of Usenet-FidoNet Gating Methods
          This conference is for the support of those systems which
         are gating E-mail and Newsgroups between FidoNet and RFC-822
         technologies.  The conference is *NOT* meant for sending
         provate E-mail to the Internet.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE(S)
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not to be gated without moderator permission
    Moderators:   Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352, [email protected]
                  Lisa Gronke, 1:105/9
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Thom LaCosta, 1:261/1352

UFO
    UFO Topics
          A UFO information and related topics discussion echo. Share
         your views and experiences with others of similar interests.
         UFOs are a real phenomenon worthy of serious consideration.
         By exchanging information and views, It is hoped that more
         facts can be gleaned from this mystery that has captivated
         so many over the years. Echo rules are posted weekly, and
         mostly deal with common courtesy. You are invited to visit
         and participate in a friendly atmosphere.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/12                          Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 250/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Jack Sargeant, 1:379/12@fidonet

ULTRALIGHTS
    Ultralight Aircraft Discussions
          Ultralight and Powered Parachute discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 963/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite/ftp packets - request if desir
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

UNC-SPORTS
    UNC Sports Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.college.acc.unc Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

UNIX
    International Fidonet Unix Conference
         No Description given
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: FidoSpine, SWPBone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018, [email protected]
    Last changed: 23-Sep-2000 by Lawrence Garvin, 1:106/6018

UNIX-SECURITY
    Discussions on Security under the UNIX system
          Filtered comp.security.unix Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via planet connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

UNUSUAL_PETS
    Unusual Pets
          Placeholder entry only
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

US-EAST-COLLEGE
    America East College Sports
          Filtered alt.sports.college.america-east newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

USA_EURLINK
    USA-Europe Link
          A non-topical, non-political, non-religious conference
         designed to enhance the exchange of information between
         the North American & European countries. It's a way for
         people of one country to learn about other countries. Please,
         this is not an area for junk postings, get rich quick scams,
         neo nazi drivel or racism. It's a discussion echo about
         families, friends, work, play and other things. Gateways:
         Please request gating information from moderators.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: ZONE-1 BACKBONE, ZONE-2, ZONE-4
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 650/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Brenda Donovan, 1:202/701, [email protected]
                  David Hallford, 1:211/103, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Brenda Donovan" <[email protected]>

USIIA
    US Internet Industry Association.
          Intended for the distribution of USIIA bulletins and alerts
         into Fidonet. All postings copyright at postment. Membership
         questions http://www.USIIA.org Echo questions: http://www.TheLitterBox.org
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:109/263                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 10/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Tony Campbell, 1:109/263
    Last changed: 28-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

USR_MODEMS
    USR Modems
         US Robotics modems technical discussion Technical discussion
         of the US Robotics family of modems including the V.Everything,
         V.34, V.FC, and Fax,  Courier 9600+, V.32/V.32bis, V.32terbo,
         Sportster, WorldPort �DESC
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:300/11                          Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 500          Volume: 600/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rick Collins, 1:163/215.39
    Last changed: 20-Aug-2000 by Rick Collins, 1:163/215.39

USR_SPORTSTERS
    USR SPORTSTERS
          Discussion of issues relevant to those who own or are interested
         in owning USR Sportster Modems.  General and Technical discussions
         of the Sportster are encouraged in order to a better understanding
         of and enhancement of the modem's capabilities.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Rick Collins, 1:163/215.39
    Last changed: 20-Aug-2000 by Rick Collins, 1:163/215.39

UTAH-JAZZ
    Utah Jazz NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.utah-jazz Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 223/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

UTEXAS
    University of Texas Sports Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.college.utexas newsgroup.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 126/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

VANC-CANUCKS
    Vancouver Canucks NHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.vanc-canucks Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1607/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet COnnect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

VANC-GRIZZLIES
    Vancouver Grizzlies NBA Basketball Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.vanc-grizzlies Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 632/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

VATICAN
    News direct from the Vatican Information Service (VIS).
          The VATICAN INFORMATION SERVICE (V.I.S.) is a Holy See
         information system instituted within the framework of the
         Holy See Press Office which furnishes information on the
         pastoral and magisterial activity of the Holy Father and
         the Holy See. Begun in 1991 V.I.S. is available Monday through
         Friday except for the month of August. V.I.S. deals primarily
         with the acts and nominations of the Holy Father; syntheses
         of his homilies and speeches, presentations and communications
         relative to documents written by the Holy Father or departments
         of the Apostolic See, Holy See activities (congregations,
         councils, synods, etc.); and communiques and positions taken
         by the Holy See normally made public through the Press Office.
         During the month of August when VIS is closed other pertinent
         articles will be posted to the Echo.  This echo is read-only
         in nature. Posts to the echo are *strongly* discouraged.
         Repeat violators
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/45                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Local and 1:396/1
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 8          Volume: 346/mo        Rules: VATICAN.RUL
    Flags: <Read Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /ACC
    Moderators:   Marc Lewis, 1:396/45
                  Marc Lewis, [email protected]
                  Marc Lewis, [email protected]
    Last changed: 25-Sep-2000 by Marc Lewis, 1:396/45

VAX
    VAX conference for users and managers of Digital's VAX.
          For users and managers of VAX, VMS and other DEC topics.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: 1:102/138
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 35          Volume: 304/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   GEORGE DAHLCO, 1:102/138
                  JOHN VUKOVIC, 1:129/26
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Stu Turk, 1:129/26, [email protected]

VGA-PLANETS
    VGA Planets games discussions
          alt.games.vga-planets filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 428/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp feed, request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

VIA_SOFT
    Discussion and support of Via Software products.
          This echo is for the discussion and support of Via Software
         products and related third party software. It is a forum
         where users can learn what Via Software product have to
         offer and to ask their questions about Via Software products.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:282/1031                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jeff Smith, 1:282/1031, [email protected]
    Last changed: 12-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Jeff Smith" <[email protected]>

VIDEO-GAMES
    Generic Video Game Discussions
          Filtered rec.video.games Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 126/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

VID_GAME
    Home Console-based Videogaming
          Discussion of home videogame consoles, games, controllers,
         hints, tips, codes, cheats, strategies, and anything else
         that helps people get the most enjoyment out of their game
         systems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Troy Cheek, 1:362/708.4, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-Oct-2000 by Troy H. Cheek, 1:362/708.4

VIETNAM_VETS
    VIETNAM_VETS
          International Vietnam Veterans EchoConference is a conference
         dedicated and committed to veterans and the issues that
         concern them.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     1:8003/0 19:200/304, RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

VIRUS
    Anti-Virus Discussion/Solutions/etc
          VIRUS is an ANTI-virus conference dedicated to the discussion
         of computer viruses.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:250/525                         Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:    VIRUS.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Kurt Wismer, 1:250/525
    Last changed: 8-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, kurt wismer <[email protected]>

VIRUS_INFO
    Anti-Virus Discussion/Solutions/etc
          VIRUS_INFO is an ANTI-virus conference dedicated to the
         discussion of computer viruses.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:250/525                         Group: Fido
    Distribution: All Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: VIRUS_INFO.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Kurt Wismer, 1:250/525
    Last changed: 8-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, kurt wismer <[email protected]>

VISUAL-BASIC
    Miscellaneous Visual Basic
          comp.lang.basic.visual.misc
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4461/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not available on FTP/Satellite Packets - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 20-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

VISUAL_BASIC
    International Visual Basic Echo
          Discussion and help for Visual Basic programmers from beginners
         through advanced.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/1200                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Chris Cranford, 1:379/1200, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Chris Cranford" <[email protected]>

WANT_ADS
    FamilyNet Classified Ad Message Base
          Want Ads commercial and non....
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet                         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 4/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WARGAMES
    Wargame Discussions
          alt.games.wargames filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 214/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not Distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WASH-BULLETS
    Washington Bullets NBA Basketball discussions.
          Filtered alt.sports.basketball.nba.wash-bullets Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WASH-CAPITALS
    Washington Capitals NHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.wash-capitals Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 151/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Planet Connect; Request if desired.
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WASHINGTON_REDSKINS
    Washington Redskins Football Discussions
          alt.sports.pro.football.minn-vikings filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 649/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WATERGATE
    Watergate Fido <-> Internet Mail Tosser Support
          Watergate Mail Tosser Support and discussion.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:163/585                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet nodes only, and Watergate Mailing List only.
    Gateways:     Others: Prior Permission Required
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 800          Volume: 21/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Anthony Tibbs, 1:163/585
    Last changed: 26-May-2000 by Anthony Tibbs, 1:163/585
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

WCCODE
    MSI WildCat BBS/WINS wcCode conference
          wcCode is a BASIC like language to create add-on applications
         for MSI's WildCat! v4.x, v5.x and WINS BBS software. Topics
         include wcCode development, program design, beta testing,
         new application ideas, and issues surrounding MSI wcCode
         development.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:218/900                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   John Hentsch, 1:218/900
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

WC_TECH
    Wildcat BBS Technical Discussions
          WC_TECH is for Wildcat! SysOps, potential SysOps and 3rd
         party developers to discuss the technical aspects of running
         and operating a Wildcat! BBS, including the the BBS software,
         3rd party software and support, and operating systems. Discussions
         concerning the various operating systems are welcomed.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/1200                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Chris Cranford, 1:379/1200, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Chris Cranford" <[email protected]>

WEATHER
    National Weather Network
          Weather Discussion around North America, reports, summaries,
         current conditions, forecasts, and general information on
         weather.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1304                        Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:     WWIVnet/FILEnet
    Language:
    # Nodes: 90          Volume: 80/mo        Rules: WEATHER.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Mark Hofmann, [email protected]
    Last changed: 31-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Mark Hofmann" <[email protected]>

WEBEDIT
    Web edit newsgroup
          alt.webedit filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 306/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WEBUTIL
    International WEBUTIL Echo
          International WEBUTIL Echo
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone, All distribution systems
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: WEBUTIL.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

WEBUTIL_BETA
    International WEBUTIL Beta Echo
          International WEBUTIL Beta Echo Contact the moderator for
         access
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: WEBUB.RUL
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Bob Seaborn, 1:140/12
                  Jeff Schrunk, 1:3830/5
                  Dale Barnes, 1:106/201
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Dale Barnes, 1:106/201

WHAT'S_HOT!
    WHAT'S HOT!...Topical News Discussion/Chat Forum
          The purpose of this forum is to bring forth topical news
         events of substantial National or International interest
         for discussion and consideration of additional specific
         forums which cater to these interests.  Let's exploit Fidonet's
         superior content while borrowing from the Internet/IRC the
         ability to immediately discuss major news stories as they
         they unfold!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet                           Group:
    Distribution: ZONE-1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 433/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Andrea Santos, 1:135/382
                  Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Andrea Santos, 1:135/382

WHITEHOUSE
    White House Press Releases (READ ONLY)
          A READ-ONLY CONFERENCE containing official Press Releases,
         Proclamations, and Remarks by the President as released
         by The Executive Office of the President and the Office
         of the Press Secretary.  All messages in this Read-Only
         Conference will be entered by the moderators.  No one else
         should post in this conference.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2613/404.0                      Group: FIDO
    Distribution: World Wide Backbone, NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege, 1:2613/404, [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

WHITEHOUSE_TALK
    Discussions of current White House Press Releases
          A companion echo to the WHITEHOUSE echo. This echo allows
         discussions of the current White House Press Releases that
         are not allowed in the actual WHITEHOUSE echo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2613/404.0                      Group: FIDO
    Distribution: World Wide Backbone, NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege, 1:2613/404
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

WHO
    The Int'l Doctor Who and British SF TV Conference
          The international Doctor Who and British science-fiction
         television conference is for discussion of the long-running
         series Doctor Who, as well as for discussion of other British
         sci-fi TV such as Blake's 7, Red Dwarf, The Avengers, The
         Prisoner, etc.  Also allowable is discussion of British
         comedy, as many echo participants are introduced to shows
         like Black Adder or Are You Being Served? through PBS.
         Echo is NOT to be gated without moderator permission, although
         it is possible to read the conference from the Internet.
          Contact Karen Mintzias at [email protected] for details.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:     FamilyNet via 8:8/1 (1:124/5009)
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

WHOLLY_BIBLE
    Biblical discussions and related topics
          An echo for the discussion of Bible topics and themes,
         with a focus on Scriptural basis for ideas. This echo is
         for Christian discussion and not for debating whether Christianity
         is valid or not. Greek, Aramaic, and Hebrew scholars welcomed,
         as we consider correct interpretation to be important for
         correct doctrinal beliefs. This echo is dedicated to supplying
         a place to discuss Biblically, without the name-calling
         and one-sided approach that is prevalent in other echos.
         We understand that different points of view and doctrines
         are out there, and feel that if necessary, then all concerned
         need to "agree to disagree" and then to drop the discussion
         for the time being.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:396/17                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Walter Copes, 1:396/17
                  Jim Staal, 1:3603/140
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

WILDCAT
    WILDCAT! BBS Sysops Conference
          A SUPPORT conference for WILDCAT! sysops to get help and
         to discuss WILDCAT! and 3rd party utility issues with other
         sysops.  Santronics Software is not a sponsor of the conference,
         nor are they required to participate in it. Participation
         in this conference is for FidoNet only. This Echo may *not*
         be gated to/from *any* other network or by any mail technology,
         e.g. Groupmail, QWK, etc. without written Moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Fidonet                           Group:
    Distribution: BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 150          Volume: 152/mo        Rules: WILDCAT.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYS /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   , Andrea Santos [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Sep-2000 by Andrea Santos, 1:135/382

WILDCAT!_SUPPORT
    Wildcat! and WIN Server Technical Support
          Technical support conference for all versions of Wildcat!
         and WIN Server BBS software from Santronics Software, Inc.,
         including all third party utilities designed to work with
         them. Please note that this is not an official support conference
         for Santronics Software, though Santronics folks are in
         the echo frequently.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:1/3010                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FidoNet Echomail Backbones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Thomas Kloos, [email protected]
                  Elizabeth Barrie , [email protected]
    Last changed: 14-Jun-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Thomas Kloos <[email protected]>

WILDCAT-BBS
    Wildcat BBS Newsgroup
          alt.bbs.wildcat filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 80/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - please request if desire
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WILDCAT-WCCODE
    Wildcat code newsgroup
          alt.bbs.wildcat.wccode filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp request if desired
    Moderators:   bob.hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WILDCAT4
    Discussion of Wildcat DOS versions up to version 4 by W
          This is a new Wildcat echo for those Wildcat Sysops or
         Potential Sysops who do not wish to upgrade/discuss Wildcat
         version 5 for Windows95/NT in the current Wildcat echo as
         that subject will be off topic in this echo. All operating
         systems can be discussed as long as it pertains to Wildcat
         BBS DOS software. Discussion of other BBS software will
         be off topic. This echo will serve as a retreat from other
         Wildcat echos that are congested with Wildcat5 problems
         and commercial advertisements.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

WIMSEY
    British historical fiction and anglophile echo
          A discussion area for fans of English literature, especially
         the Lord Peter Wimsey novels of Dorothy Sayers, and other
         British mystery writers; naval historicals by Patrick O'Brian,
         C. S. Forester, and others; the Sharpe novels by Bernard
         Cornwell; and similar 'period' fiction.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:161/[email protected]              Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jan Murphy, 1:161/[email protected]
    Last changed: 6-Sep-2000 by Jan Murphy, 1:161/84, [email protected]

WIN2000
    Windows 2000 Echo
          Discussions of potential convergence of Win95-based and
         NT-based operating systems.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/1200                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Chris Cranford, 1:379/1200, [email protected]
    Last changed: 30-Jul-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Chris Cranford" <[email protected]>

WIN32
    Microsoft WIN32 Operating Systems
          The International WIN32 FidoNet Echomail conference  The
         WIN32 echo is for the discussion of Microsoft WIN32 Operating
         systems and related software. All FidoNet systems carrying
         this echo must agree to the published rules.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/45                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1B, NAB
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 500          Volume: 50/mo        Rules: WIN32.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAl
    Moderators:   Dale Ross, 1:379/45
                  Dale Ross, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Jul-2000 by Dale Ross, 1:379/45, [email protected]

WIN95
    Windows95
          Discussion of Windows 95
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/290                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 317          Volume: 13000/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Bowerman, 1:153/290
                  Alan Zisman, 1:153/9
                  Bill Drake, 1:153/151
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290

WIN98
    Microsoft pre-release OS discussion
          Discussion of Microsoft's upcoming OSs including but not
         limited to Memphis/Win98 and Cairo.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:153/290.0                       Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 86/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Bowerman, 1:153/290
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290

WINDOWS
    Microsoft Windows International Echo
          The Windows International Echo is for the discussion of
         the Microsoft Windows (including Windows for Workgroups,
         Windows 9x, and Windows 2000) desktop environment, and any
         applications running in the Windows environment. Discussions
         of hardware and other software are tolerated insofar as
         they relate to the Windows environment.  Operating system
         comparisons are NOT tolerated.  Discussion of unreleased
         software is permitted only at the request of the author.
          All posts must include the poster's real name. No buying,
         selling or trading allowed.  Product announcements are tolerated
         in moderation.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Zones 1,2,3,4,5,6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 608/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jerry Schwartz, 1:142/928
    Last changed: 16-Jul-2000 by Jerry Schwartz, 1:142/928

WINDOWS-NT
    Windows NT Support Echo
          A forum to provide support, information, and discussion
         about Microsoft Windows NT and its operation.  Echo is NOT
         to be gated without moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:282/1031                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jeff Smith, 1:282/1031, [email protected]
    Last changed: 12-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Jeff Smith" <[email protected]>

WINDOWS-NT_BBS
    Support Forum for Windows NT-based BBS Software
          A forum to provide support, information, and discussion
         of the operation of BBS software under Windows NT.  Echo
         is NOT to be gated without moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:282/1031                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Jeff Smith, 1:282/1031, [email protected]
    Last changed: 12-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Jeff Smith" <[email protected]>

WINDOWS.2XXX
    Windows 2XXX Echo
          Echo for discussion of and exchange of tips for Microsofts
         Windows 2xxx Operating System, All Versions, Professional,
         Server And Enterprise. You do not belong here if you are
         not here to seriously discuss this OS, otherwards this echo
         is not here to brag on or about other operationg systems,
         such as but not limited to LINUX, OS/2 etc. Where XXX is,
         reflects the current released version or beta versions.
         Current Version is 2000.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:18/500                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: All Backbones, All Zones
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Sysops Only> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL /SYS
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
                  Dale Ross, 1:379/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

WINE
    Wine Discussions
          Wine discussions / alt.food.wine
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1285/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via Satellite: Request if desired.
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WINNIPEG-JETS
    Winnipeg Jets NHL Hockey Discussions
          Filtered alt.sports.hockey.nhl.winnipeg-jets Newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WOODYWARE
    WoodyWare
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

WORDPLAGUE
    WordPlague
          This entry is an echo tagholder
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: None
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by Foxy Ferguson, 1:361/1

WORDSTAR
    WORDSTAR Support Echo
          Wordstar Support Echo. This conference is for users of
         Wordstar to share ideas, problems, and solutions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Tom Knowles, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

WORDS_WORDS
    The FidoNet Words Conference.
          This is an area for lovers of words, etymology, definitions,
         derivations, dangling participles, decadence, declension,
         denotation, dogma and decidua.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3603/140                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Klahn, 1:3603/140
    Last changed: 6-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

WORLDCHAT
    World Chat
          Discussion on any topics between people in different countries
         This is where you can make contact with FamilyNet users
         in other countries, and chat about what interests you without
         being ruled off topic
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet, South Africa           Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone worldwide
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.worldc
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 151/mo        Rules: WRLDCHAT.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Hayes, 8:7903/10
                  Sue Fairhead, 8:7600/32
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WORLDTLK
    World Talk
          Discussion of news and current affairs around the world.
         National and international politics and policies.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       5:7106/20                         Group: Fido
    Distribution: Fidonet worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 30          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Hayes, 5:7106/20
                  Grant Karpik, 1:153/7072.9
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by Steve Hayes, 5:7106/20

WP4WIN
    bit.listserv.wpwin-l
          Filtered bit.listserv.wpwin-l Newsgroup Word Perfect for
         Windows discussions.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   charles wootten, 8:7203/7
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WPERFECT
    WordPerfect products discussion echo
          This conference is for the discussion of all topics related
         to Corel's WordPerfect products. This includes WordPerfect,
         Corel Presentations, Corel Office Professional, PerfectOffice,
         etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 5
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: WPERFECT.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bill White, [email protected]
    Last changed: 21-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Bill White <[email protected]>

WRESTLING
    Fido Pro Wrestling (FPW)
          WRESTLING is an echo for discussion of professional wrestling.
         All federations/organizations covered. This is THE professional
         wrestling echo for Fidonet. Open access to all.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:124/[email protected]            Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Z1, Z2, & Z6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 1300/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Clay Thomas, 1:11/304
    Last changed: 21-Aug-2000 by Clay Thomas, 1:11/304

WRESTLING_CHAT
    wrestling Chat Echo
          A free Speech Wrestling discussion conference for wrestling
         participants and fans.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:348/963                         Group:
    Distribution: Z1-backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 866/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Emanuel Edwards, 1:348/963
                  Barry Laws JR , 1:3648/6
    Last changed: 17-May-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

WRITING
    FidoNet Writing conference
          Discussion of all aspects of the art, craft, and business
         of writing, both fiction and non-fiction.  It is intended
         for people who are actively engaged in it (not limited to
         those PROFESSIONALLY engaged in it, however).  No poetry,
         please. Co-Moderator: Shalanna Collins, 1:135/907
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:135/907                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Zone 1 Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Rachel Veraa, 1:135/907
                  Jack Ruttan, 1:135/907
    Last changed: 6-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

WS2000
    WIN Server 2000 Support
          Technical support conference for all the new WIN Server
         2000 online information service software from Santronics
         Software, Inc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:135/382                         Group:
    Distribution: none
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Andrea Santos, 1:135/382
                  Andrea Santos, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Sep-2000 by Andrea Santos, 1:135/382

WTRGATE
    Watergate Internet Utility
          Watergate Fidonet <> Usenet/Internet Messagebase utility
         conference. Filtered newsgroup alt.bbs.watergate Can be
         gated into fidonet backbone if desired.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:     8:8/2001 1:115/887
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 8/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 2-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WUNDERMENT
    Filk, Faerie, anachrony, anarchy, SF, Fantasy, etc.
          Wunderment is a general "let your hair down and relax"
         echo where discussion of almost anything is permitted within
         the broad range of "good taste" with one exception: NO Star
         Trek discussions. ALL advertising and profanity are prohibited.
         Use your favorite alias or your real name. Either way, you're
         welcome to come in and join in the fun!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3613/1275.12                    Group:
    Distribution: NAB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English in all forms
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 250/mo        Rules: WUNDERMENT.RUL
    Flags: [Has Rules]
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Moebius (Todd Sullivan), 1:3613/1275.12
    Last changed: 15-Jul-2000 by Todd Sullivan, 1:3613/1275.12

WWIV
    WWIV BBS Software
          WWIV BBS Software General Discussion
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:261/1304                        Group:
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone
    Gateways:     WWIVnet/FILEnet
    Language:
    # Nodes: 90          Volume: 80/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Mark Hofmann, [email protected]
    Last changed: 31-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, "Mark Hofmann" <[email protected]>

WWW-MARKETING
    World Wide Web Marketing Newsgroup
          alt.www.marketing filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 228/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

WWW-SITES
    WWW sites newsgroup
          alt.www.sites filtered newsgroup
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 86/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Not distributed via satellite/ftp - request if desired
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

X-FILES
    X-Files TV Show Discussions
          The X-Files conference is devoted to devotees of the TV
         show "The X-Files".  Discussions will center on any topic
         relevant to the show, such as episode plots, characters,
         episode titles and credits, and of course, the scientific
         accuracy of some of the issues the show raises, as well
         as the feasability of just how true some of the premises
         of the episodes can be. Sideline discussions of UFO's and
         paranormal phenomena (as they relate to the show) will also
         be allowed, as will messages concerning trading, buying,
         or the offering for sale of X-Files merchandise and collectables,
         as for many people, this is part of their expression of
         famdom of the show.  (This will not, however, be the main
         theme of the echo.)
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

X00_USER
    X00 FOSSIL Echo
          A conference for the discussion of the X00 IBM FOSSIL
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:106/2000                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bob Juge, 1:106/2000
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

XDSL
    Digital Subscriber Loop Discussions
          gated comp.dcom.xdsl discussions dealing with all forms
         of digital subscriber loop technologies.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: IFMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 3751/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   bob hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

XENIA
    Xenia Mailer Support
          Technical support echo for the Xenia and Xenia/2 mailer.
          Mostly for sysops, but open to users who are in the process
         of setting Xenia (DOS) or Xenia/2 (OS/2) as their front-end
         mailer. Echo is NOT to be gated without moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:282/123                         Group:
    Distribution: NAB, Z1B, WWB
    Gateways:     1:243/68 via 2:283/512
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005
                  Arjen Lentz, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

XNCOM
    Christian Networks & Communications
          Discussion of Christian uses of electronic networks and
         communications, including how to help people who want to
         communicate electronically across networks using different
         technologies. Also for helping people to set up BBSs, gateways,
         Web pages, Internet servers etc.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       FamilyNet Southern Africa         Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet backbone, may be gated to other networks
    Gateways:     Gated to mailing list family.xncom
    Language:
    # Nodes: 20          Volume: 17/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Stephen Hayes, 8:7903/10
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

XPOINT
    CrossPoint Support
          English support for the CrossPoint Universal Point programme
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules: XPOINT.RUL
    Flags: <Real Names Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Martin Foster, 2:250/333
                  Archie Swan, 2:250/333.2
    Last changed: 15-Aug-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

YOUNG_ADULT
    A place for the young at heart to chat.
          A general, open discussion area for the young at heart,
         to talk about problems, feelings and pretty much most everything.
         Meet other young-at-heart people like yourself.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:     RelayNet
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

YOUTH_AMERICA
    Youth Crime Watch Conference
          YCW is a conference where users can ask questions, have
         discussions, pass information, etc. as relates to the concepts
         and philosophies of crime prevention and the development
         and formulation of neighborhood crime watch programs as
         relates direct to the youth. These These concepts and philosophies
         are consistent with those espoused by law enforcement agencies
         throughout the U.S., England and Canada and are those taught
         by the National Crime Prevention Institute, University of
         Kentucky, Louisville, Ky. Users consist of students, police
         officers, citizens, crime prevention practi- tioners, or
         anyone else interested in this topic. The conference was
         developed as an adjunct to local Youth Crime Watch and Crime
         Prevention programs and is also designed to function as
         an independent communications network between all community
         based, grass roots crime prevention programs and youth crime
         watch organiza-
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: TOTT_Net
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jerry Rudoff, 1:135/[email protected]
                  Faye Johnson, 1:205/[email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Aug-2000 by Faye Johnson, 1:205/80

YOUTH_WORK
    Youth Workers Discussions
          Conference for discussions pertaining to youth work.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Internet                          Group: FMLY
    Distribution: FamilyNet, Planet Connect
    Gateways:     8:8/0
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 39/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes: Moderated Internet News Group
    Moderators:   Bob Hoffman, [email protected]
    Last changed: 22-Oct-2000 by Bob Hoffman, 1:124/5009

Z1B
    Zone 1 Backbone Echo
          Placeholder for the Zone 1 Backbone.  For future use.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Wherever
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REAL
    Moderators:   Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]
    Last changed: 3-Oct-2000 by Steve Quarrella, 1:393/9005, [email protected]

Z1BACKBONE
    Zone 1 Backbone Mail Distribution System, Users
          For all who have business with the Zone 1 Backbone.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Z1Backbone                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 300/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by Ross Cassell, 1:18/500, [email protected]

Z1B_COORD
    Zone 1 Backbone Mail Distribution System, Coordinators
          For coordination of the Zone 1 Backbone.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       Z1Backbone                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1Backbone Hubs
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 100/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Membership Req>
    Notes: /MEMber
    Moderators:   John Souvestre, 1:396/1, [email protected]
                  Dale Ross, 1:379/1, [email protected]
    Last changed: 1-Aug-2000 by John Souvestre, 1:396/1, [email protected]

Z1C
    Zone 1 Coordinator Contact Conference
          The Z1C conference is an administrative echo intended to
         provide access to the Zone 1 Coordinator.  Posting is restricted
         to Fidonet Zone 1 members only without moderator permission.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2613/404.0                      Group: Fido1
    Distribution: Zone 1
    Gateways:     May not be gated without moderators
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege, 1:1/0, [email protected]
                  Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

Z1EC
    Zone 1 EchoMail Coordinator
          Providing a forum for direct communication with the Zone
         1 Echo Coordinator relating to matters dealing with echo
         coordination.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400@fidonet

Z1OBO
    Oversee of all backbones issues
           Backbone Distribution Method(s) Discussion Use for backbone
         discussion by the OBO Otherwise, just have a good time!

         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-APVL
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

Z1REGCON
    Private echo for Zone 1 RCs and Z1C only
          The Z1ReGcon echo is for the Zone 1 RCs and the Z1C to
         discuss matters relating to the administration of Zone 1.
         Admission is restricted to Zone 1 RCs and the Z1C -- guests
         are very occasionally permitted, but only by invitation
         from the Z1C.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:1/0                             Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: RESTRICTED
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   David Moufarrege, 1:1/0, [email protected]
    Last changed: 28-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

Z1_BACKB0NE
    Zone One Backbone Echo
           Backbone Echo for use of SYSOPS in Z1 Rules are simple:
         1. Subject to FIDONET policy 4 (see section 9.9) as "if"
         MESSAGES were NETMAIL. 2. Subject-any remotely SYSOP oriented.
         3. Reasonable behavior in the networks. 4. No geographic
         restrictions on links. any zone echopols are specifically
         rejected. 5. Moderators asks routers to follow ECROC (freq
         from 1:2604/583)
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

Z1_BACKBONE
    Zone One Mail Backbone Echo
          Discussion of matters relating specifically to the North
         American Backbone (NAB) Distribution system including distribution,
         routing, echoes carried, contents of BACKBONE.NA and BACKSTAT.NA,
         Backbone operating procedures, connections to the Backbone
         Hubs, and requests for addition of new echoes. Discussion
         of other mail distribution systems is off topic. Available
         to all who have business with the NAB.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group: FIDO1
    Distribution: NAB and anyone else who wishes to carry it
    Gateways:     absolutely none without advance per
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL
    Moderators:   Any NAB ZHub, 1:1/20
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by NAB Robot, 1:1/20

Z1_CHAT
    General Chat!
          Zone 1 General chat echo!
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:379/5                           Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Bobby Queen, 1:379/5, [email protected]
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

Z1_ECHOMAIL
    Zone1 Echomail Distribution
          The Z1_ECHOMAIL is a support echo and for all sysops interested
         in the distribution of echomail within Zone 1. The echo
         is chatty and informative.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2320/38                         Group: backb
    Distribution: All distributions
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Janis Kracht, 1:2320/38
                  Carol Shenkenberger, 1:275/100
    Last changed: 16-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

Z1_ELECT
    Fidonet Zone 1 Current Election Topics
          The PRIMARY purpose of this echo is to provide a centralized
         forum for the discussion of Zone level elections in Fidonet
         Zone 1.  This included Fidonet-wide elections that affect
         Zone 1 directly, Zone 1 elections for Zone level candidates
         or policies affecting Zone 1. Political campaigns, as long
         as they follow the rules of this echo, are allowed and encouraged.
         Civil discussions of matters of concern to Fidonet presented
         to Fidonet Zone 1 for a vote are encouraged.  Discussion
         of general matters of concern to Fidonet are permitted when
         a Zone level election is not in progress. Check you flame-throwers
         at the door. Only those distribution systems listed below
         are authorized to carry this conference. ..............
         During a Zone-wide Zone 1 election, the Moderator Pro Tem
         for this echo will be appointed by the Zone 1 RCC. ..............
         �
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3613/1275                       Group:
    Distribution: FTPNET, PLANET_CONNECT, NAB_BACKBONE, Z1 BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275
                  Bennie Hutto, 1:360/5
    Last changed: 24-Oct-2000 by Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275@fidonet

Z1_ELECTION
    Fidonet Zone 1 Current Election Topics
          The PRIMARY purpose of this echo is to provide a centralized
         forum for the discussion of Zone level elections in Fidonet
         Zone 1.  This included Fidonet-wide elections that affect
         Zone 1 directly, Zone 1 elections for Zone level candidates
         or policies affecting Zone 1. Political campaigns, as long
         as they follow the rules of this echo, are allowed and encouraged.
          Civil discussions of matters of concern to Fidonet presented
         to Fidonet Zone 1 for a vote are encouraged.  Discussion
         of general matters of concern to Fidonet are permitted when
         a Zone level election is not in progress. Check you flame-throwers
         at the door. Only those distribution systems listed below
         are authorized to carry this conference. ..............
         During a Zone-wide Zone 1 election, the Moderator Pro Tem
         for this echo will be appointed by the Zone 1 RCC. ..............
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:232/10                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FTPNET, PLANET_CONNECT, NAB_BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Martin Belcke, 1:232/16
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Martin Belcke, 1:232/16

Z1_OBO
    Oversee of all backbones issues
           Backbone Distribution Method(s) Discussion Use for backbone
         discussion by the OBO Otherwise, just have a good time!

         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 15          Volume: 25/mo        Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req>
    Notes: /MOD-APVL
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

Z1_POL
    Zone 1 Fidonet Politics Discussion Forum
          A place where Zone 1 sysops may discuss fidonet politics
         and other topics not allowed in the admin echos such as
         Z1_ELECTION. etc. ........... �  During a Zone-wide Zone
         1 election, the Moderator Pro Tem of this echo will be appointed
         by the Zone 1 RCC. �
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:232/10                          Group:
    Distribution: FTPNET, PLANET_CONNECT, NAB_BACKBONE, Z1 BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275
                  Bennie Hutto, 1:360/5
    Last changed: 24-Oct-2000 by Jack Yates, 1:3613/1275@fidonet

Z1_POLITICAL
    Zone 1 Fidonet Politics Discussion Forum
          A place where Zone 1 sysops may discuss fidonet politics
         and other topics not allowed in the admin echos such as
         Z1_ELECTION. etc. ............................................................
         During a Zone-wide Zone 1 election, the Moderator Pro Tem
         of this echo will be appointed by the Zone 1 RCC. ............................................................
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:232/10                          Group: FIDO
    Distribution: FTPNET, PLANET_CONNECT, NAB_BACKBONE
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Mod Perm Req> <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA /RUL /MOD-apvl
    Moderators:   Martin Belcke, 1:232/16
    Last changed: 27-Oct-2000 by Martin Belcke, 1:232/16

Z1_ROUTING
    Zone 1 Routing Updates and Discussion.
          This conference is for the discussion of Net-Level Echomail
         Routing within Zone 1.  This is a public access conference
         intended to provide a place, (independent of any particular
         distribution system), for NC's, NEC's, RC's, REC's and Top
         Level Mail Hub Operators to communicate with the ZLC concerning
         Zone 1 Routing information contained in the ROUTELST.Z1
         file.  Posts containing updates to the data contained in
         that file may be posted here, or netmailed to the ZLC at
         1:1/10, ([email protected] on the internet).
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:3821/100                        Group: FIDO
    Distribution: NAB, WWB, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
    Last changed: 19-May-2000 by Steve Byers, 1:3821/100, [email protected]
   WARNING! This listing is subject to being removed within the next 30
   days if it is not updated by a moderator or messenger.

ZCC-PUBLIC
    International  ZCC  Conference
           General Echo for use of SYSOPS all over the WORLD. Worldwide
         originating conference to communicate with the ZC's Rules
         are simple: 1. Subject to FIDONET policy 4 (see section
         9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were NETMAIL. 2. Subject-any remotely
         ZCC oriented. 3. Reasonable behavior in the networks. 4.
         No geographic restrictions on links. any zone echopols are
         specifically rejected. 5. Moderators asks routers to follow
         ECROC (freq from 1:2604/583) 6. Souvestre's sla'cker is
         specifically rejected.  ECROC overides !!!!! 7. Zone policies
         are not followed, especially WARDPOL 8. This echo is not
         to be carried by john john (aka the casun pussy) souvestre

         Status: Active
    Origin:       ALL BACKBONES                     Group:
    Distribution: Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 999          Volume: 126/mo        Rules: FCCPUB.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
                  Bob Satti, 1:1/1000
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

ZCCPUBLIC
    International  ZCC  Conference
           General Echo for use of SYSOPS all over the WORLD. To
         communicate with the ZC's Rules are simple: 1. Subject to
         FIDONET policy 4 (see section 9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were
         NETMAIL. 2. Subject-any remotely ZCC oriented. 3. Reasonable
         behavior in the networks. 4. No geographic restrictions
         on links. any zone echopols are specifically rejected. 5.
         Moderators asks routers to follow ECROC (freq from 1:2604/583)
         6. sla'cker of the is specifically rejected.  ECROC overides
         !!!!! 7. Zone policies are not followed 8. Not to be carried
         by john john souvestre   Zorch Frezberg, 1:205/0  other
         moderator
         Status: Active
    Origin:       ALL BACKBONES                     Group:
    Distribution: Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 999          Volume: 126/mo        Rules: FCCPUB.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
                  Bob Satti, 1:1/1000
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

ZCC_PUBLIC
    International  ZCC  Conference
           General Echo for use of SYSOPS all over the WORLD. To
         communicate with the ZC's Rules are simple: 1. Subject to
         FIDONET policy 4 (see section 9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were
         NETMAIL. 2. Subject-any remotely ZCC oriented. 3. Reasonable
         behavior in the networks. 4. No geographic restrictions
         on links. any zone echopols are specifically rejected. 5.
         Moderators asks routers to follow ECROC (freq from 1:2604/583)
         6. sla'cker is specifically rejected.  ECROC overides !!!!!
         7. Zone policies are not followed 8. John Souvestre is not
         to carry this conference
         Status: Active
    Origin:       ALL BACKBONES                     Group:
    Distribution: Worldwide
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 999          Volume: 126/mo        Rules: FCCPUB.RUL
    Flags: <Sysops Only> [Has Rules]
    Notes: /SYSOP
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
                  Bob Satti, 1:1/1000
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

ZCC_SUNSHINE
    Crosspost msgs from ZCC-closed-conference
          Crossposted messages from the ZCC-closed-conference. Intention
         is give the individual nodes an insight as to what some
         of their ZCs are doing (or not), and if "yes" how they are
         doing it. Will eventually replace ZCC-PUBLIC Write-access
         only for current ZCs.  This echo is the Zone 1 gated conference
         from the Zone 2 ZCC_PUBLIC echo moderated by Ward Dossche
         of 2:292/854, as such, Ward is a moderator here as well.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:2624/801                        Group:
    Distribution: all backbones and zones
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   David Calafrancesco, 1:2624/306, [email protected]
                  Ward Dossche, 2:292/854
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, [email protected]

ZEC
    Zone Echo Co-Ordinator Echo
          An area for people who have business with the Z1EC to present
         their business to the Z1EC. All messages must be either
         to, or from the Z1EC. Traffic that is not either to, or
         from the Z1EC is not permitted.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:1/1                             Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Backbone, FidoSpine, Planet Connect
    Gateways:     None Permitted
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 30/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Zone One Echo Co-Ordinator, 1:1/1
                  Jim Balcom, 1:109/334
    Last changed: 15-Oct-2000 by [email protected], 1:261/1551, Jim Balcom <[email protected]>

ZECC
    Zone EchoMail Coordinator Council
          A restricted echo for discussion between the Fido Zone
         Echo Coordinators.  Common issues and concerns regarding
         coordination of EchoMail, both intra and inter zonal in
         scope.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400
    Last changed: 2-Sep-2000 by Bruce Bodger, 1:170/400@fidonet

ZEEC
    Zone ECHOMAIL ECHO COORDINATOR
           Echo for use in Z1 Rules are simple: 1. Subject to FIDONET
         policy 4 (see section 9.9) as "if" MESSAGES were NETMAIL.
         2. Subject-any remotely ZEC oriented. 3. Reasonable behavior
         in the networks. 4. No geographic restrictions on links.
         any zone echopols are specifically rejected. 5. Moderators
         asks routers to follow ECROC (freq from 1:2604/583)
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution:
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583
    Last changed: 14-Sep-2000 by Bob Moravsik, 1:2604/583

ZMODEM
    Zmodem Help
          Discussion is limited to the advantages/disadvantages of
         the ZMODEM file transfer protocol.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Private
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: 200          Volume: 80/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   , Craig Ford 1:106/2001Tony Wagner [email protected]
    Last changed: 1-Nov-2000 by Craig Ford, 1:106/2001

ZOOM
    Support for Zoom Telephonics' Range of Product
          Hints and tips for Zoom and TribeNet(r) range of communications
         product, plus associated programs, operating systems, and
         ancilliary equipment.  Compatibility issues.  Updates and
         upgrades.  General discussion, dealer and user support.
         Status: Active
    Origin:       2:254/235                         Group: FIDO
    Distribution: Z1-Z6 BackBones, FidoSpine, Z1B
    Gateways:
    Language:     English
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: N/A          Rules:
    Flags: <Real Names Only>
    Notes: /REA
    Moderators:   Richard Town, 2:254/235
    Last changed: 8-Oct-2000 by BOBBY QUEEN, 1:379/5

ZYXEL
    ZyXEL Modem Support
          ZyXEL high speed modem discussions and technical discussions
         Status: Active
    Origin:       1:253/100.0                       Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone Zones 1,2,3,4,6
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: N/A          Volume: 108/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   Joe Schweier, 1:253/100
                  David Bowerman, 1:153/290
    Last changed: 1-Oct-2000 by David Bowerman, 1:153/290

{COMMO}
    Commo Communications Program Echo
          A conference for the discussion of Fred Brucker's {Commo},
         the highly configurable and powerful, macro-based, comms
         program that's DV-aware, features a Speech Friendly Interface
         option for visually disabled users, runs in only 128kb and
         now has built-in Zmodem.
         Status: Active
    Origin:                                         Group:
    Distribution: Fidonet Backbone
    Gateways:
    Language:
    # Nodes: 50          Volume: 151/mo        Rules:
    Flags:
    Notes:
    Moderators:   William Wilson, 1:129/89
                  Fred Brucker, [email protected]
                  William Wilson, [email protected]
    Last changed: 10-Jul-2000 by William Wilson, 1:129/89





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    Freq echomod 1:261/1352    http://www.baltimoremdmd.com/elist
    (echomod submission software)

                  Queries can be addressed to
          Thom LaCosta   1:261/1352    [email protected]
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