Re: Apple II BBS - What I need ?

[PZ <skierpaul@yahoo.com>]

On Jun 4, 11:58 am, "Simon D. Williams" <ad...@retro-net.org> wrote:
> On Thu, 4 Jun 2009, Mew wrote:
> > I just bought an Apple II and I would like to put online a BBS, but
> > what I need exactly ? it is possible to put it online with Telnet ? Or
> > if I have to buy a modem ?
>
> You'll need a serial card if you don't already have one... The Super
> Serial Card is probably the most common and can still be had at a
> reasonable price.
>
> Lantronix makes a number of devices that can translate serial to tcp. The
> UDS or MSS series are probably what you'd want. They can be a bit pricey
> though.
>
> You can also set up a windows or *nix computer to act as a gateway.
>
> > What are the BBS software available for Apple II ?
>
> http://www.bbsdocumentary.com/software/
>
> ] SIMON D WILLIAMS

METAL / Future Vision is the most powerful language and package,
followed by MACOS / PEPSI then ACOS / GBBS Pro. There was also LLUCE
that sold something like 3-4 copies. But honestly METAL/Future Vision
is your best bet as it is free and the best.