That's what I use and I'm fine with it. I've done it through Google and to
me that is a hassle.
Where abouts are you down-under?
Bev

Hi Winny, Welcome

Most people here use OE as you are. It or another newsreader program is the
best way to access the group. Some here don't have a choice and use Google
Groups or NetTV. You won't be flamed here for using the "wrong" type of
access (there really isn't any) or posting style (top or bottom posting).
Though I have never mentioned it in this group previously i would ask you
to use QuoteFix
http://jump.to/outlook-quotefix
It makes replies easier to read by not making ragged lines.

If you have or are interested in taking the time to use another reader you
could go to this group to learen:
news://news.software.readers
In that group be sure to bottom post (replies below quoted text). The
primary advantage of readers other than OE would be better filtering to
reduce the amount of spam you would see. Of course it comes at the cost of
learning how to use that capability and some are quite complicated. JMO

BTW what brings you here?

Timothy