On 1/26/04 6:33:42 PM, General Discussion: On-Topic Posts Only (cctech(a)classiccmp.org) wrote: This brings up something I'd been thinking upon once in a while. I propose the following: 1.) For some of the more frequently discussed machines (not just DEC) there ought to be a FAQ generated by those who're expert in a particular machine or machines. In this case, expected MV I boot routine would be one of the things listed plus expected failure modes based upon configuration or hardware failures (or complete lack of an expected hardware item). Like Adrian/Witchy, most of us forget stuff after a long time away and this would help us with much of the troubleshooting (I forget stuff after *short* times myself, darn it). Actually, any machine, not just the frequently discussed machines should be included in the FAQ archive. There are folks who know lots about obscure machines and for the interest of preservation of our beloved machines, we need to have access to anything that could possibly come along. 2.) Perhaps Jay could host FAQs in some sort of indexed file system, in ASCII which is normally viewable by nearly anyone on most any platform. Text-based files shouldn't take up much room. 3.) Also, I propose that Jay script the cc servers to automatically broadcast a message reminding folks of the location of the FAQs, how to use them and perhaps some basic rules for posting stuff to the cc lists (aimed toward newbies for instance). The interval could be once a week, every 15 days, 30 days or whatever between. Christian Fandt, Electronic/Electrical Historian Jamestown, NY USA cfandt(a)netsync.net Member of Antique Wireless Association URL: http://www.antiquewireless.org/