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                    Applying for PCGnet Membership 
                   

Application Form(s):


  If you are an experienced Sysop currently operating a CAD or Graphics
  oriented Bulletin Board System with an active mature user base, please
  complete the following forms (.FRM's),

  PCGNET.FRM  - Sysop related information form.
  PROFILE.FRM - A two part personal and professional profile form.

  included within this archive.  Please read the RULES.TXT file to see if
  your BBS system specifically, conforms to PCGnets rules and guidelines.



Application Forms (.FRM's) FILENAME.EXT Format:


  Upon completion of both .FRM's, select a unique filename (of your
  choice BBSNAME i.e.), then compress the .FRM's into one file using
  Pkwares(tm) ZIP program.  The compressed file must be in the following
  format.

  BBSNAME.APP

  Where the filename (BBSNAME i.e.) mimics as close as possible your
  personal BBS' name, within DOS' limitation of course.  The extension is
  not your choice and must be named .APP (which stands for application).



Where To Upload Your Application Form(s):


  The compressed application (BBSNAME.APP) should be uploaded to one of
  the following PCGnet Hubs -YOU- wish to link up with to acquire your
  PCGnet messages conferences.

  James Witt (PCGnet Network Coordinator - Membership Coordinator)
  PC-AUG BBS
  602-952-0638
  Phoenix, AZ
  Fidonet 1:114/160

  Adam Shiffman (also a PCGnet .QWK Hub)
  The Graphics Alternative
  510-524-2780
  El Cerrito, CA
  Fidonet 1:125/524

  Stan Bimson (PCGnet USA Hub)
  CAD Engineering Services
  615-822-2539
  Hendersonville, TN
  Fidonet 1:116/32

  Nenad Boric (PCGnet UNEC)
  CAD Connection #2
  33-1-39529854
  Montesson, France
  Fidonet 2:320/206

  Paul Smith (PCGnet UNEC)
  Raytech BBS
  44-862-88340
  Tain, Scotland
  Fidonet 2:259/49

  Mark Remfrey (PCGnet UNEC)
  The Graphics Connection
  64-4-566-8450
  Wellington, New Zealand
  Fidonet 3:771/270

  Henk Van.De.Weerdt
  BBS Bennekom: Fractal Board
  31-8389-15331
  Bennekom, Netherlands
  Fidonet 2:283/203



How To Upload Your Application Form:


  The BBSNAME.APP compressed file itself must be attached to a netmail
  message (via your frontend mailer) and addressed to the individual Hub
  (listed above) you are requesting to link with.  A Fidonet addressed is 
  supplied with the information above.

  A short message must be included in the text body of the netmail
  message, notifying the Hub your application is included.  All other
  revelant information should be included in the body of the netmail
  message.



Processing Your Application:


  The Hub RECEIVING your application form (if complete and in the proper
  format) will forward it to the PCGnet Membership Coordinator for
  processing.

  Once a prospective member's application has been received by the
  Membership Coordinator, the application form will be posted in PCGnets
  NetAdmin conference.  Existing PCGnet Members have 14 days to voice any
  objections thereof (pertaining to the applicant).

  In order to maintain our existing high standards, we request that you
  set up a user account and password as outlined in PCGNET.FRM.  One of
  our PCGnet Sysops will call to verify that your BBS is consistent with
  our stated aims and quality expectations.

  Once accepted as a prospective PCGnet member, the Membership Coordinator
  will contact you providing sufficient information ensuring your
  transition to full and active membership is as smooth and painless as
  possible.

  All applicants approved outside of the USA, should contact the Hub they
  will be acquiring PCGnet mail with, for futher information in the
  physical linking process.



An Important Notice


  All new nodes will be placed on a probationary period not to exceed
  90 days from the date that they begin echoing mail with PCGnet. During
  this time, your system may, at the discretion of PCGnet(s) Network
  Coordinator, be dropped from the network for any violation of the
  guidelines stated elsewhere in this information packet.   After 90
  days, your system will be added to the official PCGnet member listing,
  which will be posted and distributed to all PCGnet members.

  Additional rules and restrictions also apply but do not fall within
  the scope of this file.

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