---------------- SCIENCE FACTOR LEARNING NETWORK -------------------- MAY 1992 [SFNET] 05.01.92 --------------------------------------------------------------------- A SCIENCE-EDUCATIONAL-PROFESSIONAL-ENGINEERING MESSAGE NETWORK --------------------------------------------------------------------- [SFNET] is a Science/Education/Engineering based network, which was started in July 1991, is an effort to offer quality educational message base access via the common home computer as an alternative to mainframe connections. This Educational Network uses QWK packets for mail transfer. The Center Hub of SFNET is Based out of Bellevue, Washington USA (the greater Seattle, Washington Area) [ - The rainy city with Microprocessor Controlled golf carts - ] --------------------------------------------------------------------- Science Factor BBS - Science/Technology/Education/Engineering DATA Node 1: (206) 562-7083 1200/2400 Baud DATA Node 2: (206) 644-4569 1200-9600 V.32 ATI 9600 DATA Node 3: (206) 747-5329 1200-14.4K BPS USR HST. DATA Node 4: Fax/Private. Bruce N. Baker - Administrator Voice : (206) 562-7011 ----------------------------------------------------------------- Current Coverage: Greece, New York, Washington, Colorado, Central CA, Michigan, Florida, Illinois, California, Pennslvania, Portugal, New Jersey, Phildelphia, Massacusetts, Virginia, New Mexico, Iowa, Kentucky, Ontario-Canada. ----------------------------------------------------------------- ==================== REQUIREMENTS ====================== -Just a few- 1) Upload the application form to me or your registered hub and await verification of access, this usually occurs within 1 day if done directly. 2) Carry the SFNET conference and monitor it periodically. 3) Include the word [SFNET] in your tag line. ** 4) SEPARATE [SFNET] from other networks in your directory structure if you carry other network systems. (ie: don't mix them alphabetically) PLEA 1) HELP keep improper use of the system to a minimum. I'm pleased to report that all has been going well with this aspect of [SFNET] but I'd like to have it remain that way. All I ask is that you, as a sysop, please frown upon users that would misuse the system and reduce the quality of the message base. ========================================================== PROFANITY: Not Necessary, just use big words instead ;-) HUB REQUIRMENTS: The only extra requirements with being a hub is that: 1) You should sent your NODE applications to SFNET via the SFADMIN or Sysop conference. 2) You must carry the SFADMIN conference. 3) You are verified with the Central Hub System (SFBBS). OTHER NET CONNECTIONS: In the event that other systems want to participate in SFNET this should be verified though the respective HUB system to SF BBS. Access can be given via the hub without requiring sub node registration in that system. NET SOFTWARE (QWK PACKETS): I have available the following software (for PCBoard systems) QNET - For sending and recieving message (nodes/hubs). QMAIL - For Hub use. ALSO any QWK package that you are happy with is fine, there are others out there as well. Science Factor recommends QNET & QMAIL from Sparkware. NET SOFTWARE (PCRelay) Science Factor is in the process of adding PCRelay Software at this time. WILDCAT SYSTEMS: I have a few QWK packages for Wildcat Available at my BBS. SFNET CONFERENCE: [** ALL MUST CARRY **] This is the global network conference and should be carried by all participating nodes so you can follow any additions and changes to conferences and network issues that might come to light. SOURCE SYSTEMS: I am constantly looking for good SOURCE systems that may have a currently operating conference that would fit into this system. You will remain the source system for the conference and will be the OFFICAL HOST of the conference. =================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------ VERIFICATION/APPLICATION FORM ------------------------------------------------------------------ Name __________________________ Date _________________ BBS NAME ______________________ City, St. _________________ BBS Number(s) 1) _________________ 2) ____________________ Modem ______________ Modem _________________ Total Lines ________ Voice Number __________________ BBS SOFTWARE _____________ Board Focus ___________________ Node or HUB ______________ Modem/Baud __________________________ [check one] DIRECT to SFBBS (QWK only) ______________ CANADIAN HUB (Rick Kelly) ______________ OTHER NETWORKS carried __________________________________________ Where did you hear about SFNET __________________________________ -- Thanks -- =================================================================== CONFERENCES AVAILABLE =================================================================== Name Conference Sponsor ASTRO [Event Horizon BBS]: Doug Pippel (Astronomy Space): BIOLOGY (Biology): CHEM (Chemistry): CONSTRUC (Construction & commerical applications): CIVILENG (Civil Engineering): [Science Factor BBS]: Kevin Roberts ELECENG (Electrical Engineering): [Science Factor BBS]: Bruce N. Baker ENVIRON (Environmental Engineering): FINANCE (Financial and Economic Modeling): GEOLOGY [Science Factor BBS]: Ed Godsey (Geology Conference): GSCIENCE (General Science Topics): HAMRADIO (Ham Radio): HISTORY (History): HPUSERS (Hewlett Packard Users Group): [Science Factor BBS]: Chuck Dinsmore HVAC (Heating/Ventilation [HVACnet]: Craig Stills /Air Conditioning) MATH (Mathematics): [Science Factor BBS]: Adrian Mariano MECHENG (Mechanical Engineering): PHYSICS (Classical Physics): QUANTUM (Quantum Physics/Mechanics): RELATIVE (Theory of Special and General Relativity): SOPHIST (Philosophy): TECH TALK (Micro Computer Hardware and Software issues). SFNET - Sysop transfer message base for network [ALL MUST CARRY] SFADMIN - HUB information transfer conference. =================================================================== We ** WANT ** college systems, and welcome any connections with an educational base or research base. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks - Hope to hear from you soon ! :: Bruce N. Baker - Science Factor BBS ===================================================================