Ignoramus26219 wrote:
On 2011-07-25, Steve B wrote:
How does one start a moderated newsgroup?


It depends in what hierarchy you want it.

In the Big Six (sci.*, rec.*, misc.* etc) you need to submit a
proposal and have it voted on.

In alt.* you can create it yourself, by sending a specially crafted
control message, though it is recommended ti discuss it first on
alt.config.

You also need to run "newsgroup moderation software" (search for it).

i

you also need to appoint a moderator. A thankless task.
go to Rec. Crafts. Jewelry and search for all the posts about
moderating thiatnews group. Thats done by a silver/goldsmith. Very nice guy.

ted