Going online has become a way of life for many computer users. It is undeniably fascinating, fulfilling and fun. But there is also a down side to it: the cost can be prohibitive. I have yet to meet an avid modem user who didn't wish that he could afford to be online longer.
To get the most mileage from your online dollars, you need to know the answers to the following three questions:
* What is the right modem to use?
* What online services are available and how do they compare?
* What is the most cost-effective way to reach those services?
These are not isolated questions. The answers to these questions will help you decide what online systems are right for you.
"The Joy of Telecomputing" is a practical guide to the online world. Its goal is to help you get the most from telecomputing. The goal is not to tell you that so-and-so is the best for you, but to present you with enough information so that you will be able to determine what is right for you.
The discussions in "The Joy of Telecomputing" are devoted to the following online activities: file transfer (downloading shareware, exchanging files with colleagues or friends), electronic mail, conferences (forums, newsgroups, SIGs). You won't find discussions on stock quotes, shopping malls, online databases, etc.
The online world is constantly changing and it will remain one of the hottest growing area in microcomputing for many years to come. "The Joy of Telecomputing" is an ongoing project. It is being constantly updated to provide you the information you need on a timely basis.