Can someone explain USENET to me or send me a link?

[rnmcd]

I went to deja.com and it took me to http://groups.google.com/

I can't figure out how to use is to ftp. It's more than just a bunch of threads right?

Thanks.

 

[Nocturnal]

Usenet is newsgroups. I think most ISPs have a server that you can use. Search google.com and I'm sure you can find more info.

 

[ElFenix]

usenet isn't ftp, its nntp

 

[The Sauce]

That's a tough one. Usenet can be pretty difficult to get into without direct guidance. What I did was d/l XNews (free), got my news server from my ISP (free with service) and played around with it until I figured it out. Then someone posted a bunch of files called "Newsgroup Toolkit" that I downloaded which more or less outlined everything. Get your feet wet that way and then come back with some more specific questions.

 

[oniq]

You were so Close!

I personally use Forte Inc (www.forteinc.com)'s Agent on my XP box, and Pan for Linux.

 

[rnmcd]

can it be used to download music and music videos? a thread on OFF TOPIC mentioned that USENET is the replacement for P2P.

Then another thread said WinMX is the way to go.

 

[Willoughbyva]

usenet has been around for 20 years. Do a google search on usenet and you will find some info about it. Remember to not use your good email address since it will be spammed heavily. I use an email address that i have just for public stuff like that.

 

[Dragon365]

Originally posted by: rnmcd
can it be used to download music and music videos? a thread on OFF TOPIC mentioned that USENET is the replacement for P2P.

Then another thread said WinMX is the way to go.

Yes, you can get your fix of pirated music, movies, and, of course, pr0n from usenet . You'll need a better program than outlook express to do it though. I don't really use newsgroups, so I wouldn't know what is tops

 

[PCMarine]

Here's a great link.