Download Netscape 3.0 This link will allow you to download version 2.02 from Netscape but it can be very slow.
NewsWatcher - a fully functional newsreader is now provided for MAC users as an alternative to Netscape. The biggest advantage to a separate newsreader is the ability to display and select all the available newsgroups while accessing Usenet. Another advantage is the ability to download messages and decode pictures or other files from various newsgroups. For new users, be sure to configure the software. The news server for Internet Montana is news.imt.net. The mail server is imt.net.
To understand how to use this software, a help file can be downloaded hrough a hypertext link provided. For those without this software, a download link is provided.
Anarchie - Shortly after we provided this software, I found out from a user that the correct pronunciation for this software is the same as the word anarchy. Although I recommend Fetch as a good simple FTP (file transfer protocol) program, Anarchie is a more powerful program for FTP as well as for Archie (the mechanism to search for files across the Internet). Anarchie even comes with a large list of FTP sites already included.
Turbogopher -The beauty of Turbogopher is that right after I installed the new MAC software package on the Macintosh at work, Turbogopher would not work. It said I needed thread manager. So to help those who encounter the same problem, I am providing a link to thread manager below. Download the file, move it into the extensions folder, and then reboot the computer. Then you can access Turbogopher. Turbogopher is another means of obtaining files, similar to file transfer protocol (FTP) but with easier to follow "go fer" menus.
NCSA Telnet - This software is now included in the Internet Montana software package and was discussed in the original Internet Guide. This software is essential for accessing many libraries and bulletin board systems. So if you don't have it, download it below.
Ircle 2.1- this software is for accessing the IRC chat areas of the Internet. My knowledge of this part of the Internet is weak. This may be related to my poor typing skills. In chat, you can have real time conversations with other people through your keyboard. But if you type like I do, it can be slow and even decipherable. Still, some links below can give you some good starter guidance.
Ircle Home Page The developers of this software provide everything you need to get started including information on their software and how to get in to chat rooms. The latest version of Ircle is also available.
Download Ircle 2.1 Another link in case you want to go direct or the software is not immediately available from the homepage site above.
Fetch - this software was not part of IMT's software, probably because the FTP functions can be handled by Anarchie. I include it here because I use it all the time for FTP transfers. I like it because of its simplicity. Unlike other software, I can operate Fetch even before I have consumed my first pot of coffee in the morning. Plus while it is operating, the cursor turns into a small running dog icon that is entertaining on its own.
Eudora- this is the latest version of Eudora (1.51 is on IMT's installation disks). A link below will get you a copy of Eudora 1.54 off our server.
IMT Installation Disks - IMT's latest installation disks can be downloaded here. They include Netscape 1.1, Eudora 1.51, Anarchie, TurboGopher, NewsReader, Ircle, NCSA Telnet, and MacTCP.
Free PPP - FreePPP is the latest dialer. It allows Mac Operating ststem 7.5.3 connect to our server. Below are two links, one to download FreePPP and another provides installation instructions.
Instructions to install FreePPP
Configuring the new software - when installing new software or upgrading from an earlier version, you will need to setup the programs by entering certain information - usually your username, email address, mail (SMTP) server, or news (NNTP) server, depending on the application.
Username - your username only (do not include @imt.net)
Email address - username@imt.net (substitute your username)
Mail (SMTP) server - imt.net
News (NNTP) server - news.imt.net
Each software package will have a setup or preference area to enter the relevant information. Brief descriptions are below:
Netscape - under Options, select Preferences. Under Mail and News, enter name, email address, mail and news servers.
Anarchie - under Edit, select Preferences An email address is needed for anonymous FTPs.
Newswatcher - under File, select Preferences. Under Topic, you need to enter server addresses for the news and mail servers. Enter email address under Personal Information.
I have also come across lists of sites, some of which I have yet to check out. So I am providing another page listing these sites. If you know of other sites that would appeal to the Macintosh user, a comment link is provided there.
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