COTTAGE SOFTWARE

In 1995, with the tremendous growth of the Internet, a need was identified for an Internet Provider in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In addition it was determined that local businesses would be needing assistance in placing advertisements and promotions on the World Wide Web. This is the reason Cottage Software Inc. was formed, now in Oklahoma... Cottage Software operated the Forum 80 Bulletin Board System of Wichita KS. The Forum 80, written by Bill Abney of Kansas City, MO. was one of the first bulletin board systems available for personal computers. At first it operated on a TRS80 Model I, with a 300 baud modem. Later, in the middle of the 80's it was upgraded to a TRS80 Model IV and a 1200 baud, and finally a 2400 baud modem. The Forum 80 received calls from all over the country, and Cottage Software marketed computer hardware, and software, with on line order taking through the BBS. The Forum 80 was shut down in 1985 after having operated for 7 years... In addition to producing software for..

Also known as: Cottage Software Inc

Primary location: Tulsa United States