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> On Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:52:51 -0700 (PDT), Bangbang
>
> <tatsuyam...@googlemail.com> wrote:
> >how do i view files and photos? do i need to download special
> >software? thanks
>
> Hi Bangbang!
>
> Now that you've posted your Googlemail address in these groups it is
> time to get rid of it. It is particularly insecure. Although it's not
> perfect, I'd recommend a free Hushmail (www.hushmail.com) encrypted
> account if you're going to correspond with anyone in these groups.
>
> The reason you cannot see the photos (binaries) that have been posted
> in this group is because you are viewing through Google Groups on the
> internet. Our original posts are part of usenet, a different section
> of the worldwide web. You are right in guessing that you will need
> special software to view the binaries (photos) posted in these groups.
>
> I'd recommend FreeAgent (www.forte.com) or X-News (www.download.com)
> as free newsreaders. They are not simple to use, but they are well
> worth the trouble when you see what you are missing. You'll also need
> a premium News Service Provider (NSP) such as Astraweb or Giganews.
> Accessing and posting through your Internet Service Provider (ISP) is
> NOT recommended. If you are unsure you want to venture down this path
> I'd recommend a membership with Teranews, which has a minimal one time
> cost and otherwise free service (but you get what you pay for or don't
> pay for).
>
> The newsgroup you have posted in is The Fort. It is the home base of
> boylovers on Usenet. We have a community here (of sorts) and you are
> most welcome. When you are set up properly to view posts as they were
> intended to be seen, post again to me (PING) and I will make available
> to you some VERY helpful information for newbies.
>
> Have A Beautiful Day,
>
> Doc
> NP-f31
Hi Doc
I am currently waiting for my Giganews activation to come through, I
have downloaded Xnews, so will reply when I have set everything up (or
if I need help setting it up ;)
Looking forward to this!
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