With all this talk of BBS'ing, I'd like to take the chance to point out some of the other BBS's out there right now that have migrated to the web.
A web-based version of the classic citadel BBS software has been created by one of the people responsible for Ed's Room, one of the largest BBS's in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for many years. It's over at www.edsroom.com.
Another attempt to bring a web-based cit to the 'net is also being developed (independantly of the above) over at the Death Cookie, http://www.endeneu.com/funstuff/cookie/.
And, of course, there's the obvious chance to plug my own efforts to bring a citadel-style board to the 'net. Mine, however, is telnetable (rather than a web-based pseudo citadel interface), and is fairly true to the original cit. The fun part is that it's written for BeOS, completely from scratch in C++. It's fairly similar to CitUX in that it supports multiple concurrent users, the main difference being that BeBS supports door games.,)
8088online, the test bed for BeBS, is available at http://www.bebs.net. The site's undergoing a redesign right now, and the new website should be up by the 15th. Be aware that there's a java telnet client on the front page, so it may load slowly for you. There are links on the page for those who prefer to telnet.
Now, if only I could get the source code for BRE, SRE, LORD, Trade Wars, and all the other classics...
Just thought I'd add my two cents to the mix on this one. The Tex Murphy series from Access software (now unfortunately owned by M$), specifically "Under a Killing Moon", "The Pandora Directive", and "Overseer" are fantastic examples of realistic 3D environments done in realtime and done right. The games contained puzzle-solving, mystery, adventure, a well-developed plot and compelling characters in RT3D years before Myst even existed. The whole series can be had for around $30-$40 nowadays, too. For more information, check out Tex Murphy at it's home over at M$. However, as for buying copies of the games, check your local used software place, or other discount bins, as the first two listed above are pretty old (computer-game wise).
If I recall correctly, the last time I went through my local Office Max, I was astounded to find that they had quite a variety of these devices. There was even one that had interchangable/upgradable language cartridges, and would speak the sentences for you. I would definately suggest going to any local chain-based brick&mortar retail office supply/electronics store to look at what's available, play with the demos, and then go home and online to find the best price on those models you prefer.
I'd say this one is the best, but only because you can play MAME on it when you're not taking photos. If only more devices were pac-man compliant...
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If I'm not mistaken, the same legal argument that holds for MS/eMachines and their $400 rebate would hold up here. So, go grab it for free while you still can.
You can install bootman very easily from within BeOS. Simply fire it up, launch a terminal window, and type 'bootman'. It will go through the wizard bit, and then you're off.
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A web-based version of the classic citadel BBS software has been created by one of the people responsible for Ed's Room, one of the largest BBS's in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for many years. It's over at www.edsroom.com.
Another attempt to bring a web-based cit to the 'net is also being developed (independantly of the above) over at the Death Cookie, http://www.endeneu.com/funstuff/cookie/.
And, of course, there's the obvious chance to plug my own efforts to bring a citadel-style board to the 'net. Mine, however, is telnetable (rather than a web-based pseudo citadel interface), and is fairly true to the original cit. The fun part is that it's written for BeOS, completely from scratch in C++. It's fairly similar to CitUX in that it supports multiple concurrent users, the main difference being that BeBS supports door games. ,)
8088online, the test bed for BeBS, is available at http://www.bebs.net. The site's undergoing a redesign right now, and the new website should be up by the 15th. Be aware that there's a java telnet client on the front page, so it may load slowly for you. There are links on the page for those who prefer to telnet.
Now, if only I could get the source code for BRE, SRE, LORD, Trade Wars, and all the other classics...
Just thought I'd add my two cents to the mix on this one. The Tex Murphy series from Access software (now unfortunately owned by M$), specifically "Under a Killing Moon", "The Pandora Directive", and "Overseer" are fantastic examples of realistic 3D environments done in realtime and done right. The games contained puzzle-solving, mystery, adventure, a well-developed plot and compelling characters in RT3D years before Myst even existed. The whole series can be had for around $30-$40 nowadays, too. For more information, check out Tex Murphy at it's home over at M$. However, as for buying copies of the games, check your local used software place, or other discount bins, as the first two listed above are pretty old (computer-game wise).
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If I recall correctly, the last time I went through my local Office Max, I was astounded to find that they had quite a variety of these devices. There was even one that had interchangable/upgradable language cartridges, and would speak the sentences for you.
I would definately suggest going to any local chain-based brick&mortar retail office supply/electronics store to look at what's available, play with the demos, and then go home and online to find the best price on those models you prefer.
I'd say this one is the best, but only because you can play MAME on it when you're not taking photos. If only more devices were pac-man compliant...
If I'm not mistaken, the same legal argument that holds for MS/eMachines and their $400 rebate would hold up here. So, go grab it for free while you still can.
You can install bootman very easily from within BeOS. Simply fire it up, launch a terminal window, and type 'bootman'. It will go through the wizard bit, and then you're off.