Subj : I think BBS comes closest
To   : August Abolins
From : Brother Rabbit
Date : Wed Nov 04 2020 22:02:10

 AA> The term "gate" seems to paint some preconceived ideas. For instance, the term "gated to usenet" emits a notion of  uncontrolled public distribution and a pool for spam. "Gate" can have a negative connotation.
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 AA> Maybe it would be worth finding another term for the Fido<->TgM magic that you created.  It is technically just a translation from your system (like a fido boss node or host) to access Telegram and accommodate smartphones and tablets much like what HotdogEd and Aftershock accomplish.
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 AA> Instead of "--- tg2fido gate v0.6.1", how about "--- tgm/fido portal vn.n.n" as a way to deprogram the tainted mind?

I think BBS comes closest.

--- tg2fido gate v0.6.1
 * Origin: Telegram to fido gate by Stas Mishchenkov (2:460/58)

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