CompuServe Messages

Norm; I have noticed a definite speed increase in connect time, that is, from the time I type the "startnet" command in my shell to the prompt indicating I can go ahead; probably a 30-40% increase. With respect to access to net sites, I am still experimenting. I've noticed that with ftp, the success and speed of access has much to do with the time of day (or night); that probably reflects the amount of other line traffic. I can sometimes access ftp.wustl.edu almost instantaneously and the directory searches can be very quick. I have gotten transfer rates on downloading files of about 1000-1200 cps. Other sites take longer to access and transfers are much slower. My regular CIS connection is 14,400. My "link speed" in my prefs:env-archive/sanaII/ppp0.config file is 57,600. Is the speed of the CIS provided software for windows fast in access to net sites and file transfer as well as startup??? Hank