RS>> Yes, but the practical reality is that nodes normally do have
RS>> an extra line, and so there is that real cost for that. In
RS>> this particular case its the same cost as his ISP, $10/month.

JT> Ok, I see, with internet (mail) you don't really *need* another line, but
JT> with fido, it sorta makes things easier, so that's how people do it most of
JT> the time...

You (in practicality) need a line if you are planning on allowing others to
dial you.  The points don't need an extra line, and would have to pay an
ISP if it weren't for free BBS's.

I am planning on making a change, in that points would be nodes in their
own right.  Their phone numbers wouldn't be published, same as
"private" fido nodes.  BFN.  Paul.
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