"Master Betty" wrote in message
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"Steve B" wrote in message
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"Master Betty" wrote in message
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Special Netiquette for Binaries Newsgroups
Special newsgroups, mainly the alt.binaries.* hierarchy, have been set
aside for traffic in binary files, such as MP3s and JPEGs. Because
binaries are so large, they can cause problems for some users and
networks. Always follow these simple rules:

1.. Never post binary files to newsgroups that aren't meant for them.
Many network systems will filter them out anyway.
2.. Some binaries newsgroups have a companion newsgroup for
discussions, file requests, FAQs, etc. For example, the newsgroup
alt.binaries.pictures.fine-art has a discussion board at
alt.binaries.pictures.fine-art.d. If you find such a group, use it for
non-binary posts.

Tell me. Is it tough being a genius?

Steve


WTF? It was cut and pasted from one of the 100s of newsgroup netiquette
sites on the web. Are you new here?

If so welcome. :-) BTW: some newsgroup providers don't allow binaries
period so the attachments won't go through. It's just as easy to post a
link. That's why there are binary groups. Sorry you find that so
offensive.

Have the rules changed over the last ten years? That's the way it always
has been. I was in photography, backyard animals, travel, birds, and others
before my current ISP failed to provide binaries.

Steve