Chuck Lorentzson wrote:

First let me say thanks for reading my question. I have found myself
in need of using 'fax'. I don't really want to go down and buy a
separate machine for this purpose, but if that turns out to be the
best option, than so be it. What I '''think''' I would like to do is
download free software off the web, if possible, and use a spare old
computer I have. I really don't have a clue as what would be the best
'route' to take. Hope you can guide me around some of the 'bumps'.
remove z to reply.
Off subject post? The reason I post here, because I can understand
your 'replies', thank in advance. 73 cl.

If your computer is running Windows 98SE/ME/XP you may already have the
software, especially if you have either MS Works or MS Word.

Many modem mfgs also include this type of software on their installation
disks.

You might, also, like to look into one of the "All-In-One" printers:
these are often used as dedicated fax machines.

Since you didn't say whether you're more interested in sending or
receiving fax messages, I can only speculate that you're wanting to do
both.

Before commenting further, it's important to know just which Operating
System and which Word Processor you're using.