Boston CitiNet
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Started in 1983, Boston CitiNet was a local online service developed by Applied Videotex Systems, Inc. of Belmont, Massachusetts. The service allowed modem-equipped personal computer users to dial-in and access a range of information and messaging services including chat, forums, email and a variety of content. There were several other companies offering paid/subscription services as the time like The Source, CompuServe and Boston-based Delphi. Boston Citinet was unique since it was free to access and was supported by advertising. Messaging services such as email and chat required registration and a monthly fee of $9.95 - an early example of the now popular freemium business model.
Quick Facts Developer, Type ...
Developer | Considine Computing Services (CCS) |
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Type | Videotex |
Launch date | 1982; 42 years ago (1982) |
Discontinued | 1990; 34 years ago (1990) |
Status | Discontinued |
Members | 5,000 in 1985, 45,000 peak |
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