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These days, a posted question on usenet frequently waits a couple of days
for an answer at all, and usually gets answered snidely.

That may be true here, but rec.crafts.brewing is a phenomenal resource
for homebrewers. The most helpful, friendly newsgroup I've ever seen
(and still incredibly active). Usually answers are posted/emailed within
minutes of posting.

But in general, I do agree that usenet ain't what it used to be, which
is a shame. I don't really care for web boards and chats that much.

Bill