AIDS Computer Conference From Stockholm

Those who cannot go to Stockholm may be able to participate in a computer conference arranged by the IV
International Conference On AIDS.
At this time we do not know how U.S. computer users will connect directly to the "1st AIDS Computer Conference" (1ACC), which will run on a computer called "QZCOM" in Stockholm. But the messages entered into 1ACC will probably be available on various systems in the U.S.
Those familiar with "Usenet", an electronic message system that runs on university computers using the Unix operating system, can probably receive the messages in "sci.med.aids" on that system. Those using Bitnet (available mostly through academic institutions) should check on "AIDSNEWS". Users of these systems will probably redistribute the messages onto various AIDS-related computer bulletin boards, where anyone with a home computer and modem can read them.
A computer conference could potentially have the great advantage of continuing indefinitely, not just for several days
of each year. Researchers, physicians, officials, journalists and others could communicate with each other from wherever they are. But successful computer conferences are difficult to organize, so we don't know how well this one will work.
For more information, look for messages on any AIDS- related computer system you are already using. Or you could
call Steve Dyer, (617) 491-1648, a computer specialist who is following developments with 1ACC.

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