                        SMS_client FAQ 2.0.8
                        ====================


[Q]. When I try 'make', it complains bitterly, Why?
[A]. Use GNU Make.

     Versions 2.0.8m and up have been updated significantly to 
     work with non GNU makes.

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. The binaries are huge, what's the deal?
[A]. The binaries have been built with the '-g' options to include
     as many debug symbols as possible. You can run strip on the 
     binaries to reduce their size considerably. 

     When you run the install script the binaries are stripped
     before being copied to their destination.

     If you are still concerned you can reduce the size by
     editing the file 'drivers' and recompiling the to include
     only those drivers that you are going to use.

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. I Have a PageOne Minicall pager, how do I find out my
     Pager ID?

[A]. The number on the reverse of the pager is dialed to leave a
     message with an operator. Your Pager ID is the last 6 digits
     of this number.

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. Is there a GUI available for X?
[A]. Currently NO, although number of individuals have said they 
     are working on such projects.

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. Do I need any special hardware to send a messages to a mobile 
     phone, must I connect my mobile to the computer somehow?

[A]. No. SMS Client uses your modem to dial into a messages centre
     run by your provider, this relays the message to the phone or pager.

     Drivers are being implemented which interface with web based
     services hosted by some providers. In the case of these service
     it is assumed that you are connected to the internet and can
     contact then either directly or via a http proxy server.

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. Can I receive SMS messages on my computer using this software.
[A]. No. This software is intended only for sending SMS messages.
     Some free UNIX software for doing this is available for use 
     with specialized equipment. For more information see: 

	http://www.styx.demon.co.uk/smslink

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. I've noticed that there's code in the 'src' directory that
     doesn't get built when I 'make' why is that?

[A]. The additional code is still in development. Feel free to 
     take a look and send me any feedback you may have.

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. I have tried to send myself several messages but only one
     arrives, why?

[A]. SMS Client Filters out any duplicate names if found. If you really
     want to send yourself several messages enter several versions of
     your name in the address book and specify these on the command
     line.

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. I feel an overwhelming urge to pay for this software what
     should I do?

[A]. You're out of luck, it's free. I do however appreciate picture 
     postcards, they should be sent to:

		Angelo Masci
		9B The Cathedral Green
		Llandaff
		Cardiff
		CF5 2EB
		
		United Kingdom

     I've changed my address as I'm beginning to believe they've
     been shredding all my mail ;)

     Believe it or not after all the email I've received, mailing list
     organisations and people I've helped, I'm still waiting to 
     receive a single postcard :(

     Update As of November 7 1999 I've received a flood of 7 postcards!

  --------------------------------------------------------------------

[Q]. I'd like to give it a quick test, is there a test number I can try?

[A]. If your from the UK Feel free to send your email address to my pager 
     on minicall:252044 I'll try to mail you a reply back a soon as I get a 
     chance. Remeber that this is a UK service and will cost you a lot if 
     your dialing from outside the UK. Believe it or not, I'm quite sad
     and actually enjoy receiving test messages...
