Well, it looks like they finally caught me. I tried to download a firmware update for my new 3Com wireless LAN card that includes 128-bit encryption, but got the following e-mail instead:

"Your request to download software from 3Com Web site has been denied because you have supplied invalid information or your company or name is listed on the U.S. Government's Prohibited Parties list. Federal regulations prohibit 3Com from engaging in business transactions with companies or individuals that are on this list."

Now let's hope John Ashcroft doesn't detain me.

Flak Magazine: Review of BBSes, 11-23-01

A nostalgic article for those of us who stil remember BBSs. May they rest in peace.