CompuServe Messages

I don't see "just any old user" sending a letter to CBM and volunteering to beta test. I'm sure there would be a few in that category, but anyone taking the time to write the letter would likely be reasonably competent. Those volunteers could be allowed an interim upgrade or two, and, if they worked out as testers, could be permitted full tester status subsequently. In fact, that probably wouldn't be a bad idea for anyone being considered for testing. As far as I know, NDAs are pretty standard for use with testers anywhere. The mere fact that a user/tester didn't pay the fee for the privilege of signing such an agreement isn't likely to make him any more "leaky" than someone who did pay the fee. I like the idea of "user consultant." If only CBM would listen to suggestions and reports from them, we'd probably all have a better machine. Bill, K3OZM