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From: Krogg <krogg.no.to.spam@inspace.net>
Subject: Re: FAQ: New to ascii-art? Read me first!
Date: 1998/02/17
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Krogg wrote:
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a>                THE ASCII ART NEWS GROUPS
a> 
a> Answers to frequently asked questions

a>   Not all "ASCII" is ASCII!  Certain computer operating systems use their
a> own specific character sets which are modified hybrids of the original
a> 128-character ASCII set.  These "strains", if you will, have been deceivingly
a> dubbed as "Extended ASCII" or "High ASCII" as they have added symbols beyond the
a> first 128.  Realize that while these extra characters may seem to give you more
a> flexibility in your artwork, you are severely limiting your viewing audience to
a> those who use the same operating system as you -- thus defeating the purpose of
a> ASCII entirely!
a> 
a>         Please refrain from using these special characters in addition to the 33
a> special control codes in the real ASCII character set.  Remaining within the
a> 32-126 range benefits everyone in a multitude of ways.  Not only by maximizing
a> the number of potential viewers, but it also ensures proper interpretation of
a> your artwork by others and will alter the way they perceive your abilities.
a> This is just one of the necessary disciplines of becoming a true ASCII artists.
a>        [RaD Man]
a>
 
This is the new part,for those who want to know.

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