The following information is appearing on other mailing lists. I am passing it on because it appears to be authentic and needs to be brought out into public discussion before it is put into law. Note the email address where you can register your concern. Spread the word - note deadline is 2/13/98. ******************************************************************************* **** I am writing you this to inform you of a very important matter currently under review by the FCC. Your local telephone company has filed a proposal with the FCC to impose per minute charges for your internet service. They contend that your usage has or will hinder the operation of the telephone network. It is my belief that internet usage will diminish if users were required to pay additional per minute charges. The FCC has created an email box for your comments, responses must be received by February 13, 1998. Send your comments and tell them what you think. mailto: [email protected] Every phone company is in on this one, and they are trying to sneak it in just under the wire for litiagation. Let everyone you know hear this one. Get the e-mail address to everyone you can think of. ***************************************************************************** -