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Hello All.

<On 07Jun2025 00:48 Borax Man wrote a message to All regarding Re: More secure... >

On 2024-08-20, Marc Lewis <user@net396.fidonet.org> wrote:

+ User FidoNet address: 1:396/45
Hello All.

In this time of countless destructive programs that are transmitted
to you via E-Mail, the BBS community of System Operators offer a
secure "shield" from these intrusions. Many BBSes offer a "text only"
form of internet E-Mail through a special system of "gates". These
gates effectively trap file attachments and active "scripts" that can
attack your computer. You are completely isolated from the
destructive attempts. The trade-off? You generally cannot receive
attachments of pictures, files, or Web Page type mails; only text.
Many folks find this alternative quite acceptable.

[snip]

Are these "text only games" accessible with a standard email client
using POP or IMAP, or must you log into the BBS to use them? ---

Any games on my BBS are on the BBS only. You must be logged in to play them. Note that *some* BBSes MAY have games that can be played via e-mail... You have to investigate that on your own.

Best regards,
Marc
A: Becuase it disrupts the flow of thought!
Q: Why is top-posting frowned upon?
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