-=PCTechTalk=- Re: resetting newsgroups
- From: "cristy" <poppy0206@xxxxxxx>
- To: <pctechtalk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2004 08:00:09 -0400
Thanks Faustus,
May I ask why is it frowned upon in communities to use Outlook Express for
newsgroups?
christy
----- Original Message -----
From: <dktrfaustus@xxxxxxxxxx>
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Sent: Saturday, August 21, 2004 5:27 AM
Subject: -=PCTechTalk=- Re: resetting newsgroups
> On 20 Aug 2004 at 18:57, cristy wrote:
> > I have thought about joining some newsgroups. Can anyone tell me how
> > or where to go to do this. Are there any decent ones to join, say
> > like for family tree research or whatever you may have an interest in.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > christy
>
>
> Hi,
>
> There are thousands of newsgroups, varying wildly in quality. I love
> groups, but there are a few things every newbie should know. Although
> you find some moderated groups, bear in mind that most are
> uncensored, and you _will_ find offensive material in the most
> unusual places, especially if you subscribe to some binary groups.
> Also, be careful of publishing your e-mail address when posting to a
> group, as you will get spammed to death afterwards. Generally though,
> newsgroups are a great source of information.
>
> You can use Outlook Express to view newsgroups, but it's frowned on
> in many communities...better to use a program like Forte Agent...free
> version available at:
>
> http://www.forteinc.com/agent/index.php
>
> There are many other programs...Keyboard Cowboy has recommended a few
> in the past.
>
> There are several different genealogy groups under 'soc.genealogy'.
> Happy hunting.
>
> Also, below is a very helpful FAQ page for newsgroup users:
>
> http://www.plig.net/nnq/nnqlinks.html
>
>
> Faustus
>
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