In your July/Aug issue of the Palmtop Paper (an excellent newsletter), Earl Morton asked about a HP 95LX forum on America Online (AOL). I have talked to AOL about this, and by the time you read this, America Online will have established a section for 95LX users. A number of 95LX shareware programs have already been uploaded to AOL. Although final location for the palmtop group was not established at press time, interested parties should look for the new group within their computer hardware forum (keyword Mac Hardware or PC Hardware). Look for an announcement or folder regarding the HP 95LX palmtop users group.
We are looking for a volunteer to be forum leader. This individual will receive free online time from AOL, so there will be no costs involved to anyone contributing their time and talents. If you are interested in being the forum leader, please contact Craig de Fasselle (CompuServe ID: [76500,1440] or AOL screen name FLOW13).
America Online supports Macintosh and PC computers, and features an easy to use graphic interface for the Mac and Windows. Access for DOS or Apple II users is hierarchical. The software for either computer is free, and can be obtained by calling AOL at 800-827-6364 or writing America Online, 8619 Westwood Drive Center, Vienna, VA 22182-9806. The free software supports offline Email composition, scheduled log ons, and unattended downloading of pre-selected files at any time. A free trial membership is offered. AOL's fees are $5.95 per month, which includes one hour of free online time. Online charges are $5.00 per hour from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am weekday evenings, $5.00 per hour all day and night on weekends and holidays, and $10.00 per hour during weekdays.