-> Why RIP isn't one of the factors in Saving BBS'S 
 
Because perhaps the idea wasn't brought forward for consideration and 
discussion? Overlooked? 
 
-> is it the fact there are not many RIP Terms out there. 
 
There aren't many RIP screens out there, because the idea of having 
vector graphics in BBSes was forgotten since the WWW and flash "took 
over". 
 
-> The biggest problem I see with newbies, who weren't around in the 
-> heyday, is that they don't want to type. 
 
That's partially true.  I was BBsing from 1989-1995. And then from 2009 
till today :(  I like both.  Sometimes I like/liked ANSI, while 
sometimes I liked RIP. 
 
->  They want to point and click. Why Rip isn't or wouldn't help them. 
 
True,  today's generation is point-and-click.  Put any youngster in a 
traditional ANSI BBS, and just watch the expression of his face. Repeat 
the same test with RIP. 
 
Many tools are available to promote BBSes to younger and older 
generations.  We just have, at one point, be open-minded. It's all it 
takes. 
 
HOWEVER, I believe that High Rez and mouse navigation RIP graphics for 
BBS were overlooked, more than anything else. BUT, it's never too late! 
Its not that RIP won't help the younger generation. To the contrary, it 
will/may, but we have to give it a second chance! and for those who like 
ANSI, great! leave that option too! 
 
 
 
 
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