From 3dstudio-admin@bobsbox.rent.com Wed Mar 30 15:08:20 1994
From: 3dstudio-admin@bobsbox.rent.com (3D Studio Mail List Administrator)
Newsgroups: comp.graphics,comp.graphics.animation,comp.sys.ibm.pc.misc,alt.graphics.pixutils,rec.video
Subject: ADMIN: Monthly 3D Studio mailing list FAQ
Date: 29 Mar 94 04:45:16 GMT
Organization: The NEW Graphics BBS * +1 908/469-0049 * Piscataway, NJ USA

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-- WHAT IS 3D Studio? --

3D Studio is a 3D modeling, rendering and animation package from the
makers of AutoCAD, AutoDesk.  The software runs on the IBM/compatible
platform.  The 3D Studio software allows and artist to create three
dimensional photo-realistic images for a variety of purposes.

-- WHY ARE WE DOING THIS? --

This mailing list is for those interested in the 3D Studio software, how
it operates and in ideas on how to obtain the best quality images
available to them.  The list is for those who own the software as well
as those just interested in what can be done with the package. We hope
to share information, tips, procedures and to bond as a group.

-- WHAT ARE THE RULES? --

Since 3D Studio is just a part of suite of tools required to produce 3D
graphics and animation, I'm sure we will discuss a few items related to
the IBM/Compatible platform and display devices.  However, we will
strive to keep the subject revolving specifically around the 3D
software, related tools and products.

You do NOT have to own 3D Studio to join this list!

-- OK! HOW DO I JOIN? --

To become a member of the 3D Studio mailing list you must send a mail
message to the address:

        3dstudio-request@bobsbox.rent.com

In the body of the message enter:

subscribe <address> 3dstudio

Example:

subscribe bobl@bobsbox.rent.com 3dstudio

The listserv software will automatically subscribe you to the list and
you can also unsubscribe the same way using unsubscribe instead of
subscribe as the command you send to the listserv software

-- HOW DO I POST TO THE LIST? --

Contributing to the list is simple.  Just mail your articles to the
following address:

        3dstudio@bobsbox.rent.com

Your article will be processed by the system and distributed to all
others joined to the list.  Your articles will also be sent to you so
you know that your article has made it to the list.

-- HOW DO I QUIT THE LIST? --

Simply mail a request to be removed from the list to the same address
you used to sign up:

        3dstudio-request@bobsbox.rent.com

In the body of the message enter:

unsubscribe <address> 3dstudio

PLEASE, if you join the list and your account is going to be closed or
if you will not be able to receive mail for a while, send a request to
be removed from the list! If you are just going to lose access for a
short while still send a request for a suspension of your membership.

-- WHAT ABOUT OLD ARTICLES? --

I am currently archiving all the articles posted to the list at the
originating site (bobsbox).  However, I can not continue to do this due
to lack of disk space.  What we need is a volunteer that will maintain a
compendium of articles sent to the list.  They can compress and store
them in archives on their system.  They can then periodically post an
index of the contents of the compendium and any other information that
relates.

If there are no volunteers then maybe someone can donate a large SCSI
hard drive to me for archival purposes. <grin>

I have setup a mail-based file server so that anyone interested in the
list can obtain information as well as the entire archive of past
articles, the membership listing and other information pertaining to
the 3D Studio mailing list. For information on this service, please
send a mail message to:

        fileserver@bobsbox.rent.com

The first command to the server must be "HELP" or "USER name <passwd>".

Use HELP to request a current copy of the helpfile.
Use USER name [passwd] to connect to the service.
Use ?    to get a short listing of all available commands.



-- NOW WHAT DO I DO? --

Well, sit back and enjoy the pouring out of information.  If you have
something to offer, please feel free to contribute that information to
the list.  Every little bit helps.  Questions are welcomed!  It makes
some of us feel important when we can answer them. <grin>

If you have any questions or comments regarding the list, please contact
me at the address:

        3dstudio-admin@bobsbox.rent.com

Cheers,


Bob Lindabury

