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Article #17035

Re: Multiplayer c&c

#17035
From: The Weatherleys
Date: Wed, 27 Jan 1999 00:00
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Is it free?
TCipollina wrote:

> 1) ah if Chris was only here, he's had alot of experience with this, hehehe
> 2)goto http://www.westwood.com/westwoodonline/index.html
> this is the main WWC (WestWood Chat) menu
> pick memberships (upper left) and download the applicable software
> then follow the instructions..since you have Win95 Gold you can do this
> ,but does our friend?
> 3)unfortunately i am computer illiterate, and don;t even know what an IPX
> is
>
> further notes:
> 1) if calling each other is a toll charge, and both of you can get online
> without per minute charges, your better off meeting each other at WWC and
> playing there (just be sure to know each other's WC name and whoever hosts
> need to limit the access to the othere)
> 2)these instructions to install Westwood Online:
> Move the file you just downloaded to a temporary folder (C:\TEMP is usually
> a good choice), and then double-click on the file name in Explorer to
> extract the setup files. Once all of the setup files have been extracted,
> there should be a file called "setup.exe" in the folder. Simply
> double-click on this file to run the installation program.
>
> Once Westwood Online has been installed on your system, you need to run the
> Internet Registration program to obtain a login name and password, if you
> have not previously done so. To run this program select "Start" from the
> taskbar, then "Programs", then "Westwood", and finally "Internet
> Registration". Follow the directions, and you're all set!
> --
> Fight Win Prevail
> But Never Cheat
>
> The Weatherley's <gla...@es.co.nz> wrote in article
> <36AE6948...@es.co.nz>...
> > Hi,
> > I am wondering how I can play c&c over the internet/multiplayer.
> >
> > 1.If I have a friends phone number and wish to play c&c with him, what
> > is the procedure?
> >
> > 2.How can I register with Planet Westwood because apparently I need it
> > to play over the internet?
> >
> > 3.What's the deal with IPX?
> >
> > TIA
> >
> >
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Subject: Re: Multiplayer c&c
Date: 1999/01/27
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