Thematic areas of Electronic Mail
Forget the noise and advertising. We offer you access to a high-quality conversation space. Here you won't find spam or commercial emails, just genuine discussions on a multitude of topics. You can converse with like-minded people and, if you wish, forge lasting relationships. Most importantly, all of this is done in an environment where your privacy and the security of your conversations are our top priority.
At Eye Of The Beholder we believe in slow, thoughtful communication and, above all, free from algorithms, advertising, or commercial surveillance. Here, mail is not a product; it is the bond that unites us.
Below, we detail the different areas and mail networks that we distribute from our node, classified by their scope and topic.
Local Mail
These are the internal message conferences exclusive to all Eye Of The Beholder users. Participation is limited to local users, and these messages are not distributed outside the system to other Nodes or users. The languages to be used are Catalan and/or Spanish.
| Tag | Name | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| EOTB.AVISOS | BBS Announcements | Announcements of particular interest to "Eye Of The Beholder" users, regarding technical downtime, event organization, the launch of new services, etc. |
| EOTB.BEHOLDERS | General for Registered Users | Any subject that registered users of "Eye Of The Beholder" wish to discuss, whether it concerns them directly or not. |
| EOTB.GENERAL | General for All Users | Any subject that any user (registered or not) of "Eye Of The Beholder" wishes to discuss, whether it concerns them directly or not. |
| EOTB.NEWFILES | New Files Arrived at the BBS | Automated notifications regarding new files uploaded to "Eye Of The Beholder." This is a read-only conference. |
| EOTB.TO-SYSOP | Messages to the SysOp | Any matter directly concerning the SysOp, such as registration requests, specific technical doubts, introductions, etc. It is recommended to redirect traffic to other conferences whenever the topic allows or warrants it. |
Distributed Mail
This is the mail originating from FidoNet Region 2:34, which corresponds geographically to Spain. Although originated in the Iberian Peninsula, these conferences may be distributed across the Latin American segment of FidoNet. The primary language used is Spanish, although some specific conferences may have different local rules.
| Tag | Name | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| ESP.8Y16BITS | Vintage Computers: 8 & 16 bits | All about 8/16-bit home and pro systems, software, and history. |
| ESP.ADIVINANZAS | Riddles and Brain Teasers | Puzzles, logic problems, and their solutions. |
| ESP.AJEDREZ | Chess: World, Moves, and Games | Info exchange, games in standard notation, and chess software. |
| ESP.ALLFIX | File and Software Search | Automated software searches using Allfix (Read-only). |
| ESP.ANTHROPOS | Social Sciences and Humanities | Philosophy, anthropology, sociology, and human adaptation. |
| ESP.ANUNCIOS-BBS | BBS Ads and Promotion | Space for SysOps to promote services, events, and listings. |
| ESP.ASTRONOMIA | Astronomy and Related Topics | Astronomy, astrophysics, and observation. No astrology/UFOs. |
| ESP.AVISOS | General FidoNet Notices | Network-wide announcements for global distribution. |
| ESP.CHISTES | Jokes, Pranks, and Humor | General humor, jokes, and funny stories. Bad jokes welcome ;-) |
| ESP.CIENCIA | Positivist Sciences | Physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine. No "alt-sciences." |
| ESP.CIENCIAS.OCULTAS | Esotericism and Occult Sciences | Astrology, parapsychology, magic, witchcraft, and prophecy. |
| ESP.CINE | The World of Celluloid | Movie reviews, actors, directors, and film festivals. |
| ESP.COMICS | Comics, Cartoons, and Fanzines | Discussion on authors, artists, publishers, and comic culture. |
| ESP.COMUNICACIONES | Telecommunications | Telephony, broadband, VoIP, carriers, and devices. |
| ESP.CONSOLAS | Video Game Consoles | Consoles of all eras and arcade machine culture. |
| ESP.CONSUMIDOR | Consumer Protection | Complaints, questions, and notices regarding consumer rights. |
| ESP.DEPORTES | The World of Sports | Sports news, athletes, regulations, and media analysis. |
| ESP.DIGEST | FidoNet Message Digest | Re-posts of the best articles across the network (Read-only). |
| ESP.ECOLOGIA | Ecology and Environment | Nature, NGOs, alternative energy, and waste management. |
| ESP.EDUCACION | The Educational World | Education at all levels, new tech, laws, and resources. |
| ESP.ELECTRONICA | Electronics and Engineering | Project design, manufacturing, materials, and CAD software. |
| ESP.EMULADORES | Hardware/Software Emulators | Everything related to emulation and virtualization. |
| ESP.FOTO_IMG | Photography and Imaging | Analog and digital photography, techniques, and gear reviews. |
| ESP.FUNDAM_FIDO | FidoNet Fundamentals | Technical training (mailer, tosser) and behavior (Policy). |
| ESP.GENERAL | General Multi-topic Area | Topics that do not fit into any other specific conference. |
| ESP.HARDWARE | Computer Hardware | Info exchange on components, latest news, and modding. |
| ESP.HISTORIA | Universal History | Open historical debate beyond "official" versions. |
| ESP.HOGAR | Surviving the Home | Housework, DIY, recipes, wine tasting, and home tips. |
| ESP.HOSPITAL | Feelings and Personal Fulfillment | Self-knowledge, relationship support, and emotional stability. |
| ESP.INTERNET | On the Internet | Information and opinions about the World Wide Web. |
| ESP.JUEGOS | Computer Games | PC gaming, news, and defense of Abandonware. |
| ESP.LENGUAS | Languages and Linguistics | Translations, philology, grammar, and linguistics. |
| ESP.LINUX | On GNU/Linux | Kernel, software, distributions, and technical documentation. |
| ESP.LINUX.NUEVOS | GNU/Linux: First Steps | Helping newcomers with installation and basic concepts. |
| ESP.LITERATURA | Universal Literature | Reviews, short original texts, and the book as a physical object. |
| ESP.MOTOR | The Motor World | Cars, motorcycles, mechanics, and road safety. |
| ESP.MSX | MSX: Yesterday, Today, Always | Tips and news regarding the MSX standard (non-commercial). |
| ESP.MUSICA | On Music and Musicians | Musicians of all styles, instruments, and disc releases. |
| ESP.NEWSOFT | New Files in R34 | Automated file arrival notices for Spanish nodes (Read-only). |
| ESP.NUEVASAREAS | Requests for New Areas | Requests for creating new areas or importing newsgroups. |
| ESP.POLITICA | National/Intl Politics | Government systems, parties, laws, and current affairs. |
| ESP.PROGRAMACION | Software Programming | Development in any language or platform (PC, PLC, micros). |
| ESP.PRUEBAS | Testing and Trials | Area to test FidoNet software connectivity and features. |
| ESP.REDES | Networking Systems | Computer networking for any technology or platform. |
| ESP.ROL | RPGs and Strategy Games | Tabletop RPGs and strategy. Excludes most video games. |
| ESP.S&F | Science Fiction and Fantasy | Books, movies, comics, and stories within these genres. |
| ESP.SEGURIDAD | Computer System Security | Physical, operational, and logical security of IT systems. |
| ESP.SETI | Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence | X-Files, UFO sightings, and related phenomena. |
| ESP.SEXO | Sex and Sexuality | Consultations and stories. Open to all orientations. |
| ESP.SISTEMAS-OPERATIVOS | Operating Systems | Design, history, and installation of general systems. |
| ESP.SOFTBBS | BBS and FidoNet Software | Specific software for running nodes and BBS systems. |
| ESP.SOFTWARE | Universal Software | Program reviews, licensing, optimization, and utility tips. |
| ESP.SONIDO | Computer Sound | Audio hardware, software, and digital audio formats. |
| ESP.TRUEQUE | Trading and Barter | Second-hand gear exchange among users (Non-commercial). |
| ESP.TVSET | Television and Broadcasting | Technical broadcasting topics and TV show reviews. |
| ESP.VIAJES | Travel and Tourism | Experiences, planning, and travel budget information. |
| ESP.WINDOWS | On MS/Windows | Setup and apps for all versions of Microsoft Windows. |
Other networks
We would like to apologize, but we have not yet finalized the definitive lists for the Net 2:343 (Catalonia region) and International mail areas.
Compiling these lists is not a purely automated task for us; it involves manual curation to ensure that the conferences we offer meet the quality and activity standards that define Eye Of The Beholder. We are hard at work classifying them and synchronizing with the corresponding backbones.
What is in the works?
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Net 2:343: All local and regional conferences in Catalan that keep the pulse of our closest community alive.
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International Scope: A selection of the best global FidoNet areas to connect with users from all around the world.
As soon as the lists are ready, they will be published in this section. We appreciate your patience while we polish these communication channels.