What is the Binary Filter?
RGordon202 answers: The binary filter is a new preference setting that is available only in true binary newsgroups (those that have “binaries” in the name). The filter must be set for each newsgroup individually by clicking on “Preferences” and putting a check mark in the box at the top of the window. This turns the filter ON. Removing the check mark turns the filter OFF. With the filter ON, your list of posts will show only those that have been decoded and can be downloaded as files. You will not see binaries that have not been decoded. You also will not see any text files. If you want to find a post that might describe a file, or group of files, you will have to turn the filter OFF, exit newsgroups completely, and then go back into your newsgroup. When the filter is OFF you will see all of the posts in the group. ===== CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO MENU AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE ====== 09: Ques: How do I find the programs mentioned in the FAQ? Animated GIF Man answers: Some of the programs ha
