Subj : More secure... To : All From : Marc Lewis Date : Mon Aug 25 2025 13:18:43 Hello All. BM> On 2024-08-20, Marc Lewis wrote: > + User FidoNet address: 1:396/45 > Hello All. > > In this time of countless destructive programs that are transmitted > to you via E-Mail, the BBS community of System Operators offer a > secure "shield" from these intrusions. Many BBSes offer a "text only" > form of internet E-Mail through a special system of "gates". These > gates effectively trap file attachments and active "scripts" that can > attack your computer. You are completely isolated from the > destructive attempts. The trade-off? You generally cannot receive > attachments of pictures, files, or Web Page type mails; only text. > Many folks find this alternative quite acceptable. [snip] BM> Are these "text only games" accessible with a standard email client BM> using POP or IMAP, or must you log into the BBS to use them? --- Any games on my BBS are on the BBS only. You must be logged in to play them. Note that *some* BBSes MAY have games that can be played via e-mail... You have to investigate that on your own. Best regards, Marc A: Becuase it disrupts the flow of thought! Q: Why is top-posting frowned upon? --- timEd/2 1.10.y2k+ * Origin: Sursum Corda! BBS-Huntsville,AL-bbs.sursum-corda.com (1:396/45) .