DAILY NEWS

FROM CITY HALL

Do inquiring minds want to know? Sure they do! And they go to the Council Website to find out!

FROM THE PUBLISHER

I've been asked to post the whole log from the Town Meeting that was held on Saturday, rather than just the questions and answers that I was planning on, so you can view that HERE.

Unfortunately I've been told it's not complete and that the meeting went on for some time after my log ends, but I haven't found a more complete log for you.

Many people have been asking if they can apply for sponsorship. The IVN sponsor applications have been closed, as they were never intended to be a permanent option. Members can still sponsor other members though, and the link is below the recent Founder Announcement that I'll leave up a little longer for those who may not have seen it.

FOUNDER ANNOUNCEMENT:
Some recent updates:

1) Some editing features have been added to your accounts. You can now add additional nicknames to existing accounts. You can also add family members to a Family Account that does not yet have 5 family members.
People with expired One Month: One Time accounts can add time to their account by paying through PayPal again. Presently they can only pay for one month at a time, but they can repeat the process of paying for one month at a time as many times as they want to add multiple months to their account. Each month will just be billed separately through PayPal.

2) The 30-day Free Trial is active now and will be promoted more clearly soon.

3) It has been found that a few unscrupulous individuals have been approaching members with Family Accounts and asking then to add their nicks for free. The system that will check and prevent a Primary Nick and any of its additional nicks from being in CT at the same time will soon be ready and implemented. Additionally an IP address check will be made when members with Family Accounts log in and if someone with a different IP address logs in under a Family Account and they are found not to be a valid family member, the Family with the Family Account will forfeit their Cybertown membership.

4) We are looking into allowing members who have businesses to open up 3D shops in the Mall. If this is something that would interest you, please let your CL know so that we can get an idea of the amount of interest.

Thank you,
Hawk

Now, here's some links and information that might come in handy for you:

Residents Asked Questions Keep checking here for the most up to date information.
To sponsor someone
http://www.wovencroft.com/SciFi/tutorial.html For help with using the storage areas.
A tutorial on using PayPal created by Coolkama
billing@integratedvirtualnetworks.com Billing questions/problems

If you're having problems, or questions and suggestions and you're not sure where to go, let me know.(CVNDaily@cybertown.com), but please be gentle :o)

ALL CT RESIDENTS!

submitted by B1a1b/Events Colony Secretary

Find love in 9th Dimension!
Lothien the colony leader for 9th dimension is pleased to announce a colony party of gigantic proportions. The first annual valentines ball will be happening in the 9th Dimensions Plaza on the 14 of February at 7 cyt. We are having an auction of many items including rares and also a huge awards show for the most valuable staff members! Games and prizes will also be awarded. We invite everyone to join us and hope you have a wonderful valentines day!

MATCHMAKER!
submitted by Crazy_Poet/NL/Imagination

Imagination Neighborhood, located deep in the jungle of Adventure Colony, has decided to play matchmaker this Valentine's Day with their innovation in romance, the "Data Match" program. All participants have to do is fill out the "Data Match" form, found at http://fs3.formsite.com/Inventions/form886751343/index.html, by Friday, 10:00 A.M. Then, on Friday evening, love fills the air as the results are emailed and posted. However, results can be kept confidential, if desired. Come find out for yourself, perhaps you're not the only one who believes in love at first site, or enjoys the savory flavor of anchovies! All Cybertown residents are welcome to participate.

UFO'S BLIND DATE WINNERS!
submitted by TorynStevens/ND/UFO Hood/SciFi

I'd like to thank all you who entered, both for the blind dates and for the draw. The winners will be posted at UFOs Blind Date Page, and on the UFOs Message board on Feb 13/03 at 5pm ct time. Congrats to all our winners :)

Toryn Stevens
ND, UFOs

FUN FOR ALL!
submitted by bugman110

Ton's of games and trivia with prizes & cc's worth 3 million!
Sponsored by SciFi/Technology hood!

When? Saturday 15 February
What time? 2pm - 6pm CyT
Where? - SciFi's Technology Hood Click Here to join us.

[psst! Publisher says check out the cool Flash ad here!]

WILDHEARTS VALENTINES BALL!
submitted by Angelgirl_Sara/ePlex/Arena's Publicist deputy

On this valentine season there is a party you can not miss!

The Romantic Trivia, Love Quotes, Avatar Contest, Blind Dates and much that you will only believe when seeing it! Big prizes and a never seen SB&T Valentine's give away.

Sponsored by the Wilderness Hood, February 13th - 1pm, at the Arena.
Please view ad HERE

TODAY IN HISTORY

submitted by Delphine

A death:

Charles M. Schulz
dies at 02:45 UT, on the day he had chosen for the publication of his last (Sunday) "Peanuts" strip after being diagnosed with colon cancer and suffering a series of small strokes during emergency abdominal surgery in November 1999.
He was 77 (born 26 Nov 1922).

A birth:

February 13, 1959

Barbie Millicent Roberts (Barbie doll) went on sale for $2.99.(worth thousands of dollars 40 years later). She was created by Ruth Handler, inspired by a German cartoon character doll that was called *Lilli* that Ruth had seen on a trip to Germany and named after her daughter Barbara. Ruth Handler thought that a doll with a woman's figure would have considerable appeal but her initial proposal was refused. The ideals Ruth wanted the doll to represent were purity and innocence. The full name of Barbie doll is "Barbie Millicent Roberts." She is from Willows, Wisconsin and went to Willows High School.

Barbie doll first appeared in the now-famous black and white striped swimsuit and signature ponytail.

SITE OF THE WEEK:
"Wilder's Security"
(7 February - 14 February)

This could actually be considered a "Download of the Week" but the site has some extras that I feel qualify it :o)

I'm talking about http://www.wilderssecurity.com which has free membership and what looks like quite a few interesting forums that are all security related, and I know that's on a great number of minds today.

The download I mentioned is called SpywareBlaster.

SpywareBlaster is a freeware program that doesn't just locate spyware on your system and allow you to delete it-- SpywareBlaster prevents it from being loaded in the first place. The SpywareBlaster database contains information on known spyware Active-X controls.

SpywareBlaster can also prevent existing spyware Active-X from running. The program runs in Windows 95/98/Me/NT4/2000/XP.

Get your copy of SpywareBlaster by clicking here. http://www.wilderssecurity.com/spywareblaster.html

The site of the week column is brought to you by Vialle. If you would like to comment on this article or suggest a site of the week for publication in the Daily News, just send an email to CVNDaily@cybertown.com with your CT alias, the URL you are suggesting and the reason why you think it should be a site of the week.

FACES OF CYBERTOWN

Find out who's behind the Cybertown nickname! And get your picture up and smiling in the Faces of Cybertown site ~ an ever-expanding gallery of Cytonians.

To be included in the Faces of Cybertown site, email your "real life" picture (in .jpg or .gif format) and nickname to foct@cybertown.com. Many thanks to Lexa for providing this site.

[Cybertown wishes to thank citizens for independently creating Cybertown-related websites. As the sites are outside of Cybertown, Cybertown is not responsible for the content on those websites.]

PETS OF CYBERTOWN

Pets of Cybertown is now a reality! Check it out HERE . We're looking forward to all the new additions that will be coming in, so keep on sending pictures of your pets and say something about them! Many of us love animals, and reading about them!

Many thanks to Lexa for setting up and maintaining the site, and to KarinBR for the advertising and collecting the submissions!
Send your .jpg's or .gif's (reasonable size please!) to poct@cybertown.com

CLUB NEWS & COLONY ACTIVITIES

Find out what's happening in your sector of cyberspace at colony happenings. Send colony announcements to: The Daily News.

Get the details on club contests & activities in Cybertown. You can also consult the Club Directory (use the Jump Gate) for the complete listings. There's bound to be a club to interest you. Send club announcements to: The Daily News.

Are you planning on opening a club of their own. In order to have the best and most entertaining experience with your club, be sure to acquaint yourself with COPG (Clubs Policy and Guidelines).

CLASSIFIED ADS! Advertise in the Classifieds! Submit your classified ad to: The Daily News. Please include how you wish to be contacted in your ad.

Advertisements will run for a term of one month. Ads will need to be resubmitted if you wish to have them run any longer than that.

[Cybertown wishes to thank citizens for independently creating Cybertown-related websites. As the sites are outside of Cybertown, Cybertown is not responsible for the content on those websites.]

UNIFIED BAN POLICY

The purpose of the UBP is to clarify the points made in the Cybertown Constitution so that there is an understandable set of consequences for common infractions. The intention is not in any to restrict freedoms but rather to make participation in the site enjoyable and safe for all.

Please make sure that you are aware of the rules and security procedures by visiting The Cybertown Unified Ban Policy.

WEEKLY MAGAZINE

Be sure to read the Cybertown Weekly Magazine!

It's full of fun and useful content independently created by CVN reporters, editors and trainees.

OFFICIAL RULES OF CONDUCT

The Cybertown Constitution, the site's Legal Notices, and Unified Ban Policy will all be enforced swiftly and thoroughly.

ATTENTION, CYTONIANS!

No one in Cybertown needs anyone's Cybertown password for anything ever. You will never be required to give out your password for a Cybertown job. Whoever asks for it should be reported to Security immediately!

It has come to the attention of Cybertown Staff that some people are being told that in order to have a job in Cybertown they must give out their Cybertown login password so that they can be given access rights to do their job. THIS IS NOT TRUE.

Your login password is yours and yours alone. Please DO NOT give out your password to anyone in Cybertown for any reason. Any legitimate person who wants to hire you for a job in Cybertown does not need your login password for any reason.

Any legitimate Cybertown or blaxxun staff person will never ask you for your password. If anyone asks you for your login password on condition of employment, please report that person's nickname to Cybertown Security immediately along with a chat log if you have it.

It's prudent to change your password frequently. To change your password: at login click on the "Change Your Password" link on the right.

Thank you for helping us keep Cybertown safe and secure!

REMINDER

Citizens are reminded to keep abreast of all that's happening in your neighborhood and around town. As well as the Daily News and the Feedback Boards, there are your local block, neighborhood and Colony message boards to check on as well!

And as well, here are some helpful links to help you around town:

Cybertown FAQ, How Do I? pages and Tourist Information
Cybertown Constitution (rules to live by in Cybertown)
Settings and suggestions to help optimize your Cybertown Experience
Cybertown "How Do I" page called "Get Into 3D"
To change your password
Cybertown Quick Help
Problem Report Form

CONTACT VERSION FOR CT

Although there are new versions of blaxxun's Contact out, if you're running Win98, the ideal version for use in 3D Cybertown is still version 4.4 (if you're using Internet Explorer as your browser, IE 5.5 is recommended for use with Contact 4.4)

If you use WinXP and IE 6, you may experience problems with Contact 4.4. For that operating system and browser we recommend Contact version 5.1

download 4.4!

download 5.1!

DID YOU KNOW?

In case you were thinking of hacking, you might wanna read this article on how Cybertown treats hackers first. The number of activities now legally included in the term "hacking" are growing.

SHOP ONLINE AT
THE CYBERTOWN STORE

Are you proud of your Cybertown citizenship? Display your community spirit by using CT merchandise! Make your choice from all the great stuff at the Cybertown Store. An excellent selection of gifts! And now we have a special section where you can find great gifts for your family and friends too! Check it out.

The Cybertown Store is always open! Adorn your workspace with brilliant mouse pads, mugs, t-shirts, sweatshirts and more! - in Mina, CT skyline and logo, and even Cyberhood versions. And there are additional items coming soon, so stay tuned!

The Cybertown Store is also accessible through the Jump Gate.

INCREASE YOUR EARNINGS

We want to reward you for sending your friends to Cybertown! Details on the variety of ways to earn city cash are at the "Need More CyberCash?" link in the right hand corner of your screen once you've entered Cybertown.

And be sure to tell your friends to enter your name in the referral portion of their registration form - your nickname must be spelled correctly!

HELP GUIDE

Useful new tech info: at this time, Netscape 6 won't work with the 2d chat in Cybertown seemingly due to the new way this Netscape version handles Java. A successful action to get 3D to work is by taking the plugins (npbx3d.dll, npbx3dpro.dll and npbxpro.dll) out of Netscape Communicator's plugin folder and putting them in Netscape 6's plugin folder. Make sure Netscape is shut down before doing that though!

The Cybertown Help Files are comprehensive and contain the information you need to survive and flourish in Cybertown. Put together by Tin-Leon with the seal of approval from Red5, Cybertown's Community Operations Manger, and reviewed by the City Guides, it is here for your use.

NEED SCREEN SHOTS?

If you want screen captures of your party or special event please send an email to the CVN Cytographer with details. Please give at least a few days notice; your consideration is appreciated.

CYBERTOWN.COM

Get your free Cybertown email at the Post Office! Emails move faster and arrive in more style when they end with @cybertown.com! Just click on the Post Office at the Jump Gate in the right hand frame and complete the application.

YOUR PRIVACY

Cybertown's Privacy Policy is important to know for your own protection, but it's also important to know if you're planning any events in Cybertown that may require registration of member names. In accordance with new law, only Cybertown nicknames can be requested (no ages, email addresses or "real world" information).

Here is C-town's official Privacy Statement.

C-TOWN EVENTS POLICY

In order to advertise a community event as "citywide", plans/proposals need to be submitted and approved by Cybertown. Please email your event proposals here.

This does not mean that you have to get authorization to hold block, neighborhood, colony, or club parties to which everyone is invited or for local contests held within your 'hood. This process is for more major event ideas that involve the entire community.

Cybertown is appreciative of everyone's contributions and enthusiasm and this policy ensures coordination, backup, guidance, and the best publicity possible. Thanks!

CVN
CYBERTOWN VIRTUAL NEWS

Cybertown citizens may submit articles to CVN at any time for consideration and possible use.
To submit news items
or requests for special event coverage
please email to:
CVN: The Daily News
For screen shot coverage
please send an email to
the CVN Cytographer

CVN STAFF
Managing Editor:
jdb_educator
Deputy Editors:
Flyby
BILBO13 - lenire - pcfreakske2000
RkgBiolgst38 - spikie06
Publisher:
Vialle
Staff:
GreenFalcon - Halogen - MC_ALZ
Pcfreakske2000 - Pepsigirl820
petlover4life - KarinBR - b1a1b
Wovencroft - Ron009 - Drusilla__1 - Zoundite
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JBASS1345 - DynaTec - PoetryLuvr
Rage_Master - sniperwolve - red5 - ryanzzz0
Sachmeth - thepanther101
Cytographer:
MiSmith7
Cyto-execs:
Acetrotman - beautygrl
tybob4 - Sienna387
CVN Film Critic In Charge:
JTazz
Film Critics:
Dolly66

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