Re: What newsgroup reader do you recommend?

Nick Delonas wrote:

> Hi folks,
>
> I used MicroPlanet Gravity and liked it a lot, but for some reason it
> now keeps disconnecting, making it all but unusable. It hasn't been
> updated in years, so I guess I need a new newsreader.
>
> I'm technically savvy, but too lazy to spend a lot of time learning a
> difficult interface. I'm also budget conscious.
>
> Need filtering. I don't mind strong, even harshly-worded posts if they
> are reasonable, but I cannot tolerate SPAM nor insanity posts. I also
> like features like thread watches and alerts on replies to me.
>
> What do you suggest?
>
> This is the primary newsgroup I read so I may as well ask here. Your
> thoughts are very much appreciated as always.

I have used since almost eternity, variants of Netscape Communicator 4.x.
Currently 4.8.

Simple, effective, good presentation. Does the job. No pointless frills.
Does what it says on the tin.

Graham