This is to inform everyone that the long-awaited Microchip
     Windows-based simulator is released and available on the Microchip BBS
     and on the Internet.

     On the internet, check our the Microchip home page at

     You can get access to these file via the BBS through your local
     Compuserve telephone number.  You do not have to subscribe to
     Compuserve to use this service:

     Microchip BBS:
     1. Set modem to 8-N-1 (not 7E1 which is normal Compuserve)
     2. Dial local Compuserve access number --(dial 614 723-1550 for #'s)
     3. Press <Enter> when connected.
     4. Type +, press <Enter> and "Host Name:" will appear.
     5. Type MCHIPBBS, press enter, and you'll be connected to the BBS.


     Hello Folks:

     We are pleased to announce the availability of MCHIPBBS Special
     Interest Groups (SIGs) as Newsgroups.

     To read the SIGs using your favorite newsreader, make sure to change
     or identify the News server as MCHIPBBS.MICROCHIP.COM.

     A few notes:

     - The BBS only exports new messages added to the SIGs since the
     newsgroup feature was turned on, which was May 8th in most cases.
     Messages older than May 8th won't be available on newsgroups.

     - The SIGs are exported as MCHIPBBS.SIGS.SIGname, where SIGNAME is the
     name on the BBS.

     - We welcome feedback, comments, and problem reports.  However, due to
     other priorities and lack of familiarity with many news readers
     available out there, please be patient if we cannot respond promptly.

     See you on-line,