Subject: MUD: PerlMUD 1.0 beta 2 Released -- MUD in Perl
From: [email-masked] (Thomas Boutell)
Date: 25 Feb 1996 04:30:21 GMT
Newsgroups: comp.lang.perl.announce,comp.lang.perl.misc

What is PerlMUD?

   PerlMUD is a MultiUser Dimension (MUD), a text-based environment that
   allows multiple users to converse, explore, and interact. PerlMUD is
   written in Perl 5.0 and is highly compatible with the well-known
   TinyMUD command set, with which many MUD users will already be
   familiar. PerlMUD is inexpensive shareware, and complete Perl source
   code is included. Administrators can easily extend the PerlMUD system
   by writing additional Perl code.
   
What do I need to use PerlMUD?

   You need access to a computer that offers Perl 5.0. If you are still
   using Perl 4.0, you are strongly encouraged to check out the FAQ of
   the newsgroup comp.lang.perl.announce for more information about Perl 5.0.
   
Where can I get PerlMUD?

   Point your web browser at the following URL:

   http://www.boutell.com/perlmud/
   
Is PerlMUD stable?

   The current 1.0 beta 2 release contains all of the planned 1.0
   features, which have been extensively tested on my own system. PerlMUD
   has already withstood an online/real world wedding ceremony with over
   50 active participants with no glitches. A 1.0 final release will be 
   made as soon as I have received feedback from outside users of 
   the software.
   
Is PerlMUD efficient?

   PerlMUD requires very little CPU. PerlMUD wakes up only when a user
   issues a command, so typical CPU use is near zero.
   
Is PerlMUD extensible?

   Yes, by the MUD administrator. The entire MUD is written in the
   extremely friendly Perl programming language, so adding new commands
   is straightforward.
   
Why should I register PerlMUD?

   Registered PerlMUD sites will receive a license, a newsletter,
   information about extending the MUD with your own Perl code, regular
   notification of updates, and email support.

-T