> BBS OPERATOR RESOURCES

RESOURCES

A curated reference for BBS operators. Software, networks, archives, and tools.

> BBS SOFTWARE

SYNCHRONET

One of the most actively developed BBS packages. Cross-platform, scriptable in JavaScript, with strong FidoNet and internet integration.

WEBSITE →

MYSTIC BBS

Feature-rich and (until recently) actively maintained. Known for excellent ANSI support, a flexible scripting engine, and an active user community.

WEBSITE →

ENiGMA½

A modern BBS software written in Node.js. Excellent terminal handling, strong UTF-8 and CP437 support, and a growing community.

WEBSITE →

WWIV

A classic BBS software with a long history and an active modern development community. Well-documented, with strong FidoNet support.

WEBSITE →

> MESSAGE NETWORKS

FIDONET

The original BBS message network, established in 1984. Still active. If you want to connect to the historical backbone of BBS networking, this is it.

FIDONET.ORG →

TQWNET

A modern BBS message network with active echos covering a range of topics. Good starting point for new SysOps wanting to join a network.

TQWNET →

FSXNET

A friendly network focused on the modern BBS community. Medium traffic volume, easy to join, good for new operators.

FSXNET.NZ →

> DIRECTORIES & ARCHIVES

THE BBS CORNER

A directory of active BBS systems accessible via Telnet and SSH.

VISIT →

TELNET BBS GUIDE

One of the largest directories of active Telnet BBSes. Useful for finding systems to connect to and for listing your own.

VISIT →

TEXTFILES.COM

Jason Scott’s massive archive of BBS-era text files. An invaluable historical record and an excellent research resource for the Initiate curriculum.

VISIT →

BACK TO THE BBS

Alistair Ross’ modern take on BBS: The Documentary. A thorough record of all things BBS in the 2020’s, another excellent research resource for the Initiate curriculum.

VISIT →