JG>> As an example, last night it was down to 200 CPS on a 28.8k
JG>> connection.  Other nights I've ftped files at 3000+ CPS. I have
JG>> noticed that trying to  connect within Australia can be worse than
JG>> getting files from OS some  times.

PE> Try using "autoftp". 

JG> And that is...what?

Your complaint is the speed of the links outside of the place you are
dialling.  autoftp will (apparently) schedule an FTP for 3am, and then the
next day, you can download it from your local area, which would presumably
be at 28.8k!  BFN.  Paul. 
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