NODE 99 Technologies                 Voice/Fax  (610)-258-8267
P.O. Box 3636                              BBS  (610)-258-8165
Easton, PA  18043-3636              Crash Mail  (610)-258-2306
                               Internet E-Mail  sysop@node99.fast.net
                               Fidonet Netmail  1:2607/305
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                              Terms & Conditions
                                    and
                       Legal Notices and Disclaimers

This is simply all the legal mumbo-jumbo that we are required to
provide to our users.  This document outlines the relationship and or
responsibilities between NODE 99, NODE 99 BBS, NODE 99 Technologies, our
staff, or any other persons, entities, or assigns (hereinafter "NODE 99") and
all members, non-members, callers, or any other persons using or accessing
NODE 99's bulletin board system (hereinafter "USERS")  NODE 99 provides a
computer telecommunications system commonly known as a "Computer Remote
Bulletin Board System" (BBS).  If you have a specific question on any part
of our BBS, or its services, please leave a message to the sysop.  We will
respond as soon as possible.

NODE 99 and NODE 99 BBS are a trade names of NODE 99 Technologies and may
not be used, reproduced, or quoted in conjunction with, or associated with,
any other service or entity without the written consent of NODE 99.

MEMBERSHIPS to NODE 99 are subject to all terms and conditions contained
herein.  NODE 99 makes no guarantees with respect to its bulletin board system
stability or reliability do to computer-related problems, weather conditions,
system/user lock-ups, modem settings and or protocols, user software,
terminal programs, and any other act or entity that is outside the scope of
our own internal control.  NODE 99 will provide all registered members with
at least the same, or equal, membership options, during the period of their
membership, as it was defined when they registered.  A membership to NODE 99
does not give any user specific rights to system configuration or operations.
Members are not considered "registered" until NODE 99 receives credit for the
amount of the registration fee.  NODE 99 reserves the right to revoke any
membership and return the registration fee(s) on a pro-rated basis. NODE 99
does not give any user specific rights to any service or activity provided
by NODE 99.  Membership fees are not refundable after 30 days.  All membership
options, configurations, fee structures, menus, and any other item created,
modified, or provided by NODE 99 are the exclusive property of NODE 99.
NODE 99 maintains the right to service, without prior notice, and at any time,
the hardware or software used in system operation and further has the right to
logoff any user during such service without notification. Unless other
arrangements are made, membership accounts will expire at midnight on the
pre-determined expiration date.  NODE 99 is not responsible for any mistakes
or errors made to user records or system information except to correct said
errors as soon as possible.  That's about it for memberships.  Let's move on.

USERS: By using NODE 99, all users agree that their activities shall be in
strict accordance with applicable laws and regulations and shall indemnify
BBS from all claims related to its activities herein.  Further, all USERS
agree that they will not imply or state that the offers made on the BBS
system are approved or made by NODE 99.  NODE 99 shall not act as
"arbitrator" or "judge" of claims made by any USER when dealing with any
other USER on the system.  NODE 99 shall have the right to review any
files, messages, or other materials or displays used by, or created by,
any USER, and, may, in reasonable discretion, reject or delete any
or all of said materials if the same are not up to the standards of NODE 99.
NODE 99 shall have the sole right to "lock out" users for violation of BBS
systems policies.  USER agrees that in the event that a user is "locked out"
from the system that NODE 99's decision shall be final, and that the BBS
shall not conduct business with such person on the BBS. USER also agrees that
in the event of a system failure, or other interruption of service, that
the liability of the BBS shall be limited to restoration of service.

FILES & MESSAGES: Although all efforts are made to moderate, screen, and
check files and messages on the BBS system, it is not possible to catch
every error, blooper, or computer system hacker.  Therefore, it remains the
responsibility of parents and or guardians to evaluate this BBS for use
by a minor.  NODE 99 is not responsible for the functionability, fitness,
integrity, or content of any shareware, freeware, or otherwise, files,
software, and or programs available on the BBS.  Further, NODE 99 is not
responsible for the content, form, suggestion, context, or any other aspect
of messages sent, posted, or received on this BBS.  In consideration of the
use of this system, all USERS ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES AS
TO MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHER U.C.C.
WARRANTY GIVEN AS TO FILES AND USERS ACCEPT THE RESPONSIBILITY TO TAKE
SUCH STEPS AS THEY DEEM NECESSARY TO PROTECT THEIR SYSTEMS.  Also, In
consideration of the use of this system, all USERS ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THERE ARE
NO WARRANTIES AS TO MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR WARRANTY AGAINST COPYRIGHT OR TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT. FILES ON NODE 99'S
BBS SYSTEM ARE OFFERED AS IS, WITH ALL FAULTS AND NO OTHER U.C.C. WARRANTY
GIVEN AS TO FILES.

PRIVATE E_MAIL MAIL: "Private E-Mail", as defined on this BBS, is defined only
as: that mail which is private to other users.  There is NO mail on this BBS
which is private to the system operator.  The system operators may, at their
discretion, periodically review mail which is suspected of being destructive
or offensive to other users.  Any or all information contained in such mail
on this system is kept confidential.

VIRUSES: A "virus" is a computer program which is deliberately engineered
to corrupt or hinder operation of a computer system. Such malicious programs
are occasionally written for unknown purposes. The criminal codes of virtually
all states specifically prohibit the creation or distribution of malicious
computer programs.  NODE 99 operates as a point for the free exchange of
information. Accordingly, program files are posted automatically through the
BBS software. NODE 99 will not willfully distribute viruses or other malicious
programs, and will report to proper authority users who attempt to do so.
Files posted by users are not verified prior to their availability for transfer.
THEREFORE USERS ARE REQUIRED TO PERFORM SUCH ANTI-VIRAL CHECKING OR OTHER
VERIFICATION OF FILES PRIOR TO USING THE SAME ON THEIR SYSTEM OR PERMITTING
OTHERS TO USE SUCH FILES. If a user of this system believes that a file which
they obtained through this system is a virus or malicious program, a private
message to the SYSOP should be left as soon as possible. If any program is
proven to contain malicious code or a virus, it will be deleted from the system.

ADULT MATERIALS: The term "ADULT" is a generic term used to describing message,
files, activities, or actions consisting in whole or in part of rude, insulting
offensive, or profane nature.  The adult sections at NODE 99 BBS may
contain profanity, unflattering remarks, and nudity.  Accordingly, all USERS
having access to the adult sections on this BBS agree: The BBS will not
knowingly grant ADULT access to any person below the age of 21, and, may
refuse access to any person who cannot be verified as to age.  Also, those
same USERS will not share their password and other access information, and
will take reasonable steps to insure that their password cannot be found by
other users of their computer. If a family or other group uses the same
computer, the BBS will provide a separate password for under age applicants.
The USER will indemnify NODE 99 system from any and all claims related to all
adult traffic USER downloads or uploads from or to NODE 99. IN CONSIDERATION
OF THE GRANTING OF ACCESS TO THE ADULT AREA, USER and USER's HEIRS AND ASSIGNS
RELEASE NODE 99 FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR DEFAMATION OR OTHER TORT
RELATED TO DISCUSSIONS, ACTIVITIES, OR FILES OCCURRING IN THE ADULT SECTIONS.
THIS APPLIES BOTH TO THE NODE 99 OPERATORS AND EMPLOYEES, AS WELL AS TO OTHER
PARTICIPANTS IN THE ADULT SECTIONS. SAID USERS will not reveal the contents of
material located in the adult sections.  Said USERS agree to indemnify BBS
from any liability or claim related to any messages, information, activities,
or files from the adult sections which is further disclosed in violation of
this agreement. Such indemnity shall also include all legal fees and expenses
of NODE 99.  Finally, NODE 99 may bar a USER from the system for violation of
these rules. The BBS and its employees will not arbitrate or intervene
in any disputes related to any activities in the adult sections.

A FINAL LEGAL NOTE: NODE 99 is not responsible for any insanity,
light-headedness, chicken pox, brain freeze, necrological disorders, skin
disorders, crossed eyes, loss of hair, or any other disorder caused by,
or deemed a result of, this BBS, or this document!

           Take a deep breath and go back to the real world........
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