Here you’ll find all you need to know about the world of Usenet so you can ensure that you make the best decision when opting for a service. Besides accurate reviews made by our experts, there are also useful comparisons between all the top-notch providers. In addition, make sure to pay a visit to our free trial and coupons page to come always on top on your next Usenet deal.
Usenet 101
Although the Usenet is a decade older than the internet, the fact that it’s ‘hidden’ makes the latter much more popular up until this day. Telling a long story short, the Usenet is a decentralized network used for file-sharing of text and binary files. If the usual internet requires a browser to deliver HTTP content (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) – such as Firefox, Chrome, Opera, etc. – the same happens for the Usenet. However, in the case of Usenet, communications are made via the News Network Transfer Protocol (NNTP) and this is where many email clients come into play. These can be configured to work as Usenet browsers (called newsreaders) and give access to the Usenet core: the newsgroups, which in turn are divided in eight hierarchies. However, nowadays is more common to find Usenet providers who already offer their own newsreader in the bargain. Speaking of bargains, to access the Usenet you need to pay to a provider – like Giganews, Easynews, UseNext, etc., being this another reason for its low popularity and one of the main differences regarding the internet, in which you only pay to your ISP (Internet Service Provider)
FAQ
Because the Usenet world can be tricky, not only for newcomers but even for some experts too, we have a dedicated FAQ page in which you’ll find more than simply ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answers. Find out complete answers to the most common questions such as how the Usenet works, its level of legality, how safe it is, why you should use it often and much more. In addition, we’ll provide you with all hidden features and details of your Usenet service of choice. Discover our FAQ
Glossary
Regardless if you’re a Usenet newbie or a real pro, there will still be some terminology that will make you scratch your head. Also, sometimes different providers use different variations when referring to the same term, which only contributes to make the Usenet world even more tricky. Given this, we invite you to visit our glossary, a page carefully created with close attention to detail. Not only we have accurate explanations for the most general terms but even some expressions often created by Usenet users themselves over time. Visit our Glossary
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