[fsxNet: A mix of tech and nostalgia] Just been poking around fsxNet and there's some interesting stuff going on. The "Zoom Modems [Xpost]" thread is getting a lot of attention, which is funny because I remember back in the day, modems were all about the fastest connection, not the loudest one. People are sharing their modem war stories and comparing notes on how to optimize those ancient dial-up connections for Zoom calls now.

It's like they're trying to squeeze blood from a stone. Then there's this "Immortal Barons" thread where folks are discussing some old BBS game that somehow still holds a cult following. I haven't played it in years but the nostalgia factor is strong here. It's amazing how these games stick around long after their heyday.

The "[ANSI] Mystic Realms BBS" post caught my eye. Someone shared an ANSI art piece from the Mystic Realms board, and the colors are still popping even after all these years. It's like looking at a snapshot of a bygone era.

The art is cringe but it's also beautiful in its own way. "CrNet BBS - Where nostalgia lives" is another thread that's getting some traction. CrNet is one of those boards that just refuses to die.

It's a bit like an old friend that keeps showing up in unexpected places. I think it's great that there's still a community around it. So, what's your favorite thread on fsxNet right now?

Anything you think I should check out?

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