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From: marc@cssc-syd.tansu.com.au (Marc Samson)
Subject: Re: Legal aspects of Dialup as a Semi-Permanent Circuit
Organization: AOTC - CSSC
Distribution: aus
Date: Mon, 23 Nov 1992 03:02:50 GMT

chris@suite.sw.oz.au (Chris Maltby) writes:


>I'm certain that there is no legal reason why you can't do this. Telecom
>are lobbying to be allowed to have timed local calls for this reason
>(among others). They wouldn't be taking this approach if it were illegal
>already. Then there's the question of determining how long a phone call
>has to be before it becomes "illegal", and how they could detect SPVC
>behaviour.

It is rather interesting that you are so very familiar with the AUSTEL
regulations.  And that you so freely quote your advise to others to act
on.  Am am sure that you will have no problem answering to the authorities
then should you be in error, which of course acording to yourself you are
not.

For people that do want to find out about such matters you can contact
AUSTEL, the regulatory body.


>Telecom hate it because it screws up their ancient capacity planning
>formulae which are based on short/finite call times to evenly distributed
>destinations. It doesn't take too many SPVCs to look like the aggregate
>use of thousands of regular subscribers. When they then have to spend
>$$$ upgrading exhanges and trunks for a few such they whinge, but they
>can't adopt the market solution (timed calls) because their shareholders
>have different political objectives. Take advantage of it while you can.


Instead of going around Telecom bashing, why not look at where the trafic
model came from.  Typical trafic modeling is based on phone calls of the
voice nature.  A lot of work has gone into this model to take into accont
time of day, region in the city/country.  By and large the model works.
This is attested to by the fact you pick up the phone and get dialtone.
On the note of share holders, we the public are the share holders.  So
next time an individual is unhappy wih Telecoms pricing, maybe they should
think that incorporated into that is the loss Telecom has to support for
people abusing the service.

The views I express are my own as a citezen, not Telecoms

Marc Samson
Telecom Australia
marc@cssc-syd.tansu.com.au
>Chris
>-- 
>Chris Maltby - Softway Pty Ltd		Internet: chris@softway.sw.oz.au

>PHONE:	+61-2-698-2322	"I'm waiting for X-Windows to become just that;
>FAX:	+61-2-699-9174	 Ex-Windows" - A McGrath.
From: matthew@cs.su.oz (Matthew Geier)
Newsgroups: aus.comms
Subject: Re: Call Waiting --- A better way of informing the user ?
Keywords: flash, recall
Date: 16 Nov 92 21:42:59 GMT
Reply-To: matthew@cluster.cs.su.oz.au (Matthew Geier)
Distribution: aus
Organization: Basser Dept of Computer Science, University of Sydney, Australia

In article <11048@uqcspe.cs.uq.oz.au> anthony@cs.uq.oz.au writes:
>soft.  I am wondering, what if the phones are themselves modified
>with flash detector circuit.  I propose a detector that looks for
>three consecutive circuit breaks (flash or recall), these breaks
>are of very short interval, should be even shorter then 
>what the recall button generates.  By waiting for three breaks from

 The exchange doesnt signal the user via a loop break, its only the user
to exchange. The CW tone is just that , a tone superimposed onto the Audio
path. Old exchanges with CW might cause some thing that looks like a loop
break when it switches the tone generator onto the circuit , but the only
exchanges fitted with CW in Australia are digital. The tone can be added
before conversion to analogue, hence no click, just a tone. 
 You would have to detect the tone. I doubt the tone is exactly the same
between exchanges. The detector would have to be smart enough not to trigger
on hearing that frequency in normal speech..
From: dave@eram.esi.COM.AU (Dave Horsfall)
Newsgroups: aus.comms
Subject: Re: Call Waiting --- A better way of informing the user ?
Keywords: flash, recall
Date: 16 Nov 92 23:35:02 GMT
Distribution: aus
Organization: Pacific ESI, Sydney, AUSTRALIA

In article <1992Nov16.214259.16017@cs.su.oz.au>,
    matthew@cluster.cs.su.oz.au (Matthew Geier) writes:

| to exchange. The CW tone is just that , a tone superimposed onto the Audio
| path.

The tone is not "superimposed" - the audio path is removed, and the
tone inserted.  This causes modems to hang up, due to loss of carrier,
and pity the poor caller should your modem be in auto-answer mode, and
it beats you to it...

-- 
Dave Horsfall (VK2KFU)         VK2KFU @ VK2RWI.NSW.AUS.OC
dave@esi.COM.AU                ...munnari!esi.COM.AU!dave
           Disclaimer: "Me, speak for us?"
Newsgroups: aus.comms
Subject: Re: Can caller-ID be implemented on non-ISDN lines ?
From: malcolm@nutmeg.cs.ntu.edu.au (Malcolm Caldwell)
Date: 19 Nov 92 18:36:48
Distribution: aus
Organization: Information Technology , Northern Territory University, Darwin,	Australia.
In-reply-to: anthony@cs.uq.oz.au's message of 18 Nov 92 04:27:55 GMTLines: 16

In article <11097@uqcspe.cs.uq.oz.au> anthony@cs.uq.oz.au (Anthony Lee) writes:

   I am just wondering if caller-ID can be implemented on non-ISDN
   lines and if so how ?

It is is in many places including parts of the US (which has minimal ISDN).

From what have read in various newsgroups, between the first and second ring
the exchange sends the phone number using 1200bps.  Some modems can look for
this.

--
Malcolm Caldwell       Email:   malcolm@pandanus.ntu.edu.au
Technical Officer         Ph:   +61 89 466546
Computer Science         Fax:   +61 89 270612
Northern Territory University, Darwin Australia
From: scotth@frey.newcastle.edu.au (Scott Howard)
Newsgroups: aus.comms
Subject: Re: Call Waiting --- A better way of informing the user ?
Date: 18 Nov 1992 16:08:44 +1100
Organization: Maths Department, University of Newcastle, Oz.
Distribution: aus
NNTP-Posting-Host: frey.newcastle.edu.au

dave@eram.esi.COM.AU (Dave Horsfall) writes:

>In article <1eackpINN9rb@frey.newcastle.edu.au>,
>    scotth@frey.newcastle.edu.au (Scott Howard) writes:

>| Just put the code to disable the Call Waiting in the modem dial string in
>| your comms program, so that each time originate a call from the modem, it
>| disables call waiting.

>Except that under AXE (in Australia), you must hang up after sending
>the facility code (*43# I think), and dial again.  Then remember to
>re-enable it afterwards.  Bloody primitive.

Well, I suppose you could always set your dialing string to be :
     atdt*43#,;^Math^Matdt
though you would still have to remember to turn it back on afterwards. If all
else fails setting the modem so that it doesnt hang up until it has had, say,
3 seconds without a carrier (using one of the S settings) should work too, 
and it would just result in you getting a bit of line noise whenever the
call waiting flash occured.

----
   Scott Howard.
Newsgroups: aus.jobs
From: xccling@marlin.jcu.edu.au (Ling)
Subject: South Africa job ads?
Organization: James Cook University
Distribution: aus
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 92 04:21:01 GMT

Hi, netter,

Does any one know where can I find job ads about South Africa in 
geology (gold) and computer ?

Thanks.

  
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Ling Shi                                     

E-Mail: xccling@manta.jcu.edu.au     
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
From: chrisg@iris.mincom.oz.au (Christopher Ginman)
Newsgroups: aus.jobs
Subject: COMPUTER SYSTEM OPERATOR WANTED
Date: 17 Nov 92 05:10:55 GMT
Organization: Mincom, Brisbane, Australia
X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1 PL6]

COMPUTER SYSTEM OPERATOR  (BRISBANE)

Mincom is a Brisbane based Australian software company serving many
large national and international clients.

We currently have a position for a "Computer Operator" within our
Computing Services department in Brisbane.

The prerequisite for this position is a minimum two years experience
on large site VAX or PR1ME computers, with emphasis on a strong working
knowledge of UNIX.  Shift work is involved.

Please address applications with a resume to:

The Personnel Manager
(Ref CSO Brisbane)
Mincom Pty Ltd
PO Box 72
STONES CORNER 4120

Newsgroups: uc.jobs,aus.jobs
From: btb@adminserver.canberra.edu.au (Brigid Barry)
Subject: Lecturers in Journalism
Organization: University of Canberra
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 92 03:37:39 GMT
Expires: 07 dec 92


UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA


FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION
LECTURERS IN JOURNALISM
ACADEMIC LEVEL B 
Ref No 92/2114 & 92/2115

The University wishes to make two lecturing appointments in 
Journalism.  The successful applicants will take up a contract of l - 
3 year's duration in the Faculty's Division of Communication, Media 
and Tourism early in 1993.  

The appointee to the first position (92/2114) will possess competence 
in electronic journalism, both radio and television, and a particular 
interest in the nature of news.  Experience in electronic journalism 
is desirable and possession of a relevant higher degree would be an 
advantage.  Given the requirement that the position cover both 
television and radio, this post could be shared between two part-time 
appointees.

The appointee to the second position (92/2115) will possess competence 
in both print and electronic journalism and have an interest in both 
practical and conceptual issues in journalism.  Experience in 
journalism is essential and possession of a relevant higher degree 
would be an advantage.

Both positions require good communication skills, patience and tact in 
dealing with students and the capacity to work within a team.

Closing date:		7 December 1992
Salary:			$41,000 - $48,688 per annum
Contact Officer:	Dr G Osborne - Telephone (06) 201 2008



Applications:  Selection documentation may be obtained by 
telephoning 201 2607 (24 hour answering machine).  Applications 
addressing the Selection Criteria and containing a contact telephone 
number during business hours should be addressed to:

	The Assistant Vice-Chancellor - Administration
	C/- Registry, University of Canberra
	PO Box 1, BELCONNEN  ACT  2616

THE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND 
MAINTAINS A SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT

The University of Canberra is a member of the Unified National System 
and is sponsored by Monash University

Newsgroups: aus.jobs
From: craig@cs.flinders.edu.au (Craig Anderson)
Subject: Level A Academic Positions in Computer Science at Flinders University
Date: 16 Nov 92 11:02:09
Distribution: aus
Organization: Flinders University of South Australia, Adelaide


		 THE FLINDERS UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA

		SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

		       Discipline of Computer Science

              LEVEL "A" ACADEMIC POSITIONS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

			      (Four positions)

Two five-year and two one-year contract positions are available from 1 January 
1993.  Applicants should hold at least a good Honours degree in Computer 
Science.

Computer Science comprises 14 academic staff positions (including two chairs), 
offers an undergraduate major, an Honours program, a postgraduate diploma and 
research degrees at Masters and Ph.D. levels.  Extensive computing facilities 
include a range of Sun-compatible servers, various workstations and personal 
computers; the Discipline of Computer Science is accomodated in a new, 
purpose-built building.  X-terminals will be used for all undergraduate 
teaching in 1993.

Current staff research includes software engineering, user-interface toolkits, 
and collaboration technology.  The Discipline is currently expanding its 
teaching and research activities and suitably qualified individuals from all 
areas of Computer Science are encouraged to apply.

Further information, including a statement of duties and selection criteria, 
should be obtained from:

	Prof. Chris Marlin, Head, Discipline of Computer Science
		telephone:	(08) 201 2662
		e-mail:	cspos@cs.flinders.edu.au
		fax:	(08) 201 3626.

Salary scale:  $28,700 - $38,950.

Opportunities exist for supplements via consulting and a negotiable retention 
allowance.  

Written applications indicating the position sought and the names and
addresses of three referees of whom confidential enquiries may be
made, should be lodged, in duplicate, with the Manager, Human
Resources, The Flinders University of South Australia, G.P.O. Box
2100, Adelaide SA 5001, by 11 December 1992.
--
Craig G. Anderson ( craig@cs.flinders.edu.au )  Ph:  +61 +8 201 2847
Discipline of Computer Science			Fax: +61 +8 201 3626
School of Information Science and Technology    Mail:GPO Box 2100
The Flinders University of South Australia           Adelaide 5001
Newsgroups: aus.jobs,misc.jobs.offered
From: dorota@cs.curtin.edu.au (Dorota Kieronska)
Subject: research assistant/postdoctoral fellow
Organization: Curtin University of Technology
Date: Mon, 16 Nov 1992 10:22:20 GMT



            RESEARCH ASSISTANT/POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW

                Department of Computer Science
                Curtin University of Technology



A research position is available to be associated with a project
on Spatial Reasoning. The appointment is available immediately, for a 
one-year term (possibly renewable, depending on funding).  The successful 
candidate will participate in developing tools and techniques for 
spatial reasoning using active vision and qualitative reasoning.

The project involves various aspects of Artificial Intelligence,
Robotics and Vision at theoretical and practical levels.  We are looking
for an individual to investigate and implement various methods for
spatial knowledge representation, map construction and navigation.
The development environment will be on SUN SPARC workstations, using C,
Lisp, and possibly MPL (some work may involve implementation of parallel 
algorithms on a MasPar MP1 using MPL).

The candidate should have a higher degree, preferably Ph.D., in computer
science or a related engineering discipline. Candidates about to submit their
PhD thesis, or with MSc and relevant experience should also apply.
A strong background in AI and knowledge of C are necessary; knowledge of Lisp 
and MPL would be an advantage.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Extension
beyond one year is dependent upon funding.

Further information can be obtained from 
Dr S Venkatesh  - svetha@cs.curtin.edu.au  or
Dr D Kieronska  - dorota@cs.curtin.edu.au
...............................................................................

Applications in writing for all positions should be made to:
Dennis Moore, Head of School of Computing, Curtin University of Technology,
PO Box U1987, Perth 6001.  Tel: (09) 351 7647.  Fax (09) 351 2819.
Email: moore@cs.curtin.edu.au

Newsgroups: aus.jobs
From: alistair@dnd.icp.nec.com.au (Alistair Borley)
Subject: Software Engineer - reposting
Keywords: Software Engineer
Organization: I.C.P. Design & Development, NEC Australia
Distribution: aus
Date: Sun, 15 Nov 1992 22:11:07 GMT

Please note, I am posting this message on behalf of NEC Australia. Please
respond to the indicated address at the bottom of this message.

Software Engineer
-----------------

NEC Australia Pty Ltd a leader in telecommunications is seeking an
experienced Software Engineer.

You will join a team developing communication systems and products. Your
involvement will be to design, implement and test these products.

Applicants should have four to five years' experience in real time communication
system design, a detailed knowledge of both the C programming language and 
digital hardware design. 

Some work in Japan will be required.

A knowledge of one or more of the following is essential :

    - Motorola 68000 Architecture.
    - OSI or TCP/IP Protocols.
    - Object Oriented Design.
    - UNIX Operating System.
    - Digital hardware fault finding.

Written applications quoting reference number J112 should be addressed to :
    
    Ms. Jenny Wood
    Recruitment Officer
    Human Resources & Administration Division
    NEC Australia Pty. Ltd.
    P.O. Box 1111
    Glen Waverley   3150

    Fax : (03) 264 3630.
-- 
Alistair Borley
Senior Software Engineer
ICP Group, NEC Australia
649 Springvale Rd, Mulgrave 3170, Australia
Xref: sparky aus.jobs:439 misc.jobs.offered:13728
From: dorota@cs.curtin.edu.au (Dorota Kieronska)
Newsgroups: aus.jobs,misc.jobs.offered
Subject: 5 Ph.D. Scholarships
Date: 17 Nov 92 00:50:10 GMT
Organization: Curtin University of Technology




Department of Computer Science
Curtin University of Technology
Perth, Western Australia






NATURAL RESOURCE MONITORING - Ph.D. Scholarships

Three PhD scholarships have been sponsored by Digital Equipment Corporation
under its External Research Program in the area of Natural Resource Management
in a Massively Parallel Processing environment.  This research program is in
association with CSIRO and State Government Agencies (Agriculture, CALM, DOLA,).
One scholarship in the area of Probabilistic Reasoning and Image Interrogration 
has already been advertised.  

Two additional scholarships in the following areas are now offered:

Accurate determination of surface physical properties from visible and infrared
satellite radiances with application to the coastal zone.  Further information
from Assoc Prof M Lynch, School of Physical Sciences.  Lynch_MJ@cc.curtin.edu.au.

GIS and remotely sensed data modelling under uncertainty.  To develop methods
for integrating spatially related data sets into the analysis of remotely sensed
data, and/or the incorporation of probability and uncertainty into the
interrogation of spatially related data sets.  Further information from
Dr N Campbell, CSIRO, normc@Per.dms.csiro.au.



IMAGE COMPRESSION - PhD Scholarship (APRA Industry Award)

An APRA Industry award in association with Dr Sala and Associates, a company
located on Technology Park which is adjacent to the University, is offered in
the area of Depletion Algorithms for Image Compression and Decompression.

Further Information from Dr G West or D S Venkatesh
geoff@cs.curtin.edu.au  or  svetha@cs.curtin.edu.au.



COMPUTER AIDED INSPECTION - Reasearch Associate

A research assistantship which is funded under an industrial contract and is
concerned with CAD models for process analysis and inspection of complex metal
components is available.  The successful applicant is expected to enrol as a
full time PhD student.  Some international travel is involved.
Further information from Dr G West - geoff@cs.curtin.edu.au.



Applicants for all of the above positions must have a first or upper second 
class Honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate field.

...............................................................................


Applications in writing for all positions should be made to:
Dennis Moore, Head of School of Computing, Curtin University of Technology,
Box U1987, Perth WA 6001 
Austrlia

Tel: +61 9 351 7647.  Fax +61 9 351 2819.
Email: moore@cs.curtin.edu.au
Newsgroups: aus.jobs
From: news@sifon.cc.mcgill.ca
Subject: BRADLEY SMITH
Organization: McGill University
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 1992 21:01:37 GMT

I JUST READ AN INTERESTING PAPER BY A BRADLEYSMITH IN THE
CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT IN THE WESTERN AUSTRALIA. DOES SOMEONE KNOWS
THE EMAIL ADDRESS OF BRADLEY SMITH?
PLEASE, REPLY TO MC.BRA

Newsgroups: uc.jobs,aus.jobs
From: btb@adminserver.canberra.edu.au (Brigid Barry)
Subject: Snr Lecturer/Lecturer in Computing
Organization: University of Canberra
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 92 03:31:24 GMT
Expires: 07 dec 92



UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA






FACULTY OF INFORMATION SCIENCES & ENGINEERING
SNR LECTURER/LECTURER IN COMPUTING
Ref No 92/2118

Applications are invited for a position as a Lecturer Level B or C in 
the Faculty's Computing program.

An established record of high-quality research and/or professional 
experience is essential as are well developed communication skills. An 
appreciation of the professional education requirements of students in 
computing disciplines is highly desirable.

The program is particularly seeking to fill vacancies in Project 
Management, Human Computer Interaction, Management Information 
Systems/Decision Support Systems, Software quality assurance, Software 
engineering, Computer Design Engineering and Computer Networking.

Closing date		7 December 1992
Salary	:		$50,225 - $57,913 Level C
			$41,000 - $48,688 Level B
Contact Officer:	Ass Prof Errol Martin (06) 201 2153



Applications:  Selection documentation may be obtained by 
telephoning 201 2607 (24 hour answering machine).  Applications 
addressing the Selection Criteria and containing a contact telephone 
number during business hours should be addressed to:

	The Assistant Vice-Chancellor - Administration
	C/- Registry, University of Canberra
	PO Box 1, BELCONNEN  ACT  2616

THE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND 
MAINTAINS A SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT

The University of Canberra is a member of the Unified National System 
and is sponsored by Monash University


Newsgroups: aus.jobs
From: news@sifon.cc.mcgill.ca
Subject: BRADLEY SMITH
Organization: McGill University
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 1992 20:46:48 GMT

I JUST READ AN INTERESTING PAPER BY BRADLEY SMITH IN TH CHEMISTRY
DEPARTMENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA. DOES SOMEONE
KNOW THE EMAIL ADDRESS OF THIS PROFESSOR?
PLEASE REPLY MC.AUS.
From: operator@darwin.ntu.edu.au
Newsgroups: aus.jobs
Subject: Re: Computer System Operator Wanted.
Date: 18 Nov 92 14:29:30 +0900

This is for  CHRISG@IRIS.MINCOM...  (whatever the rest of it was).

We had a minor crisis here so I could not read your item.  Could you send me
more details about the job?

Thanks
Newsgroups: aus.jobs
From: brian@probitas.cs.utas.edu.au (Brian Marriott)
Subject: Programmers required: University of Tasmania
Summary: 3 support programmers required for Computer Science Department
Keywords: jobs, programmer
Organization: University of Tasmania, Australia.
Distribution: aus
Date: Mon, 23 Nov 1992 06:28:25 GMT

COMPUTER SYSTEMS OFFICER
(Three positions)
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE 
UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA

Applications are invited for the above positions in the Department of
Computer Science as Computer Systems Officer Grade 1/2  (one
position, Ref115/92, available either continuing or for a fixed
term) or Grade 1 (two positions, Ref 116/92, each available for a
fixed term not exceeding 31 December 1996).  

The appointees will join the technical support staff of the department and
will design, develop and support a wide variety of computer software in
support of the teaching and research activities of the Department of
Computer Science.  Particular areas of activity are in system support for
Macintosh computers, PCs and Unix systems, networking, VLSI chip
design and computing research.

Applicants must have an honours degree in computer science or a closely
related discipline, or a pass degree and several years work experience 
in computing. Familiarity with some of Unix, Apple Macintosh computers, 
IBM PCs, networking environments or electronics is essential.  
Experience in several modern programming languages, the ability to 
communicate well, and ability to work as part of a team are also required.

Salary will be within the range $26 375 to $33 508 pa (Grade 1) or
$34 462 to $38 808 pa (Grade 2).

Further information about the position can be obtained from 
Mr Brian Marriott (Technical Services Manager), telephone 002 202929.
Application forms and Position descriptions are available from the
University Staff Office, phone 002 202013

Closing date:   Thursday 3 December 1992.

-------------------------------------------------------------
Brian Marriott            AARNet: B.W.Marriott@cs.utas.edu.au  
Department of Computer Science         University of Tasmania  
Phone: 002 202 929    Fax: 002 202 913 (Int'l +61 02 202 913)
Postal address: GPO Box 252C, Hobart Tasmania 7001, Australia 

Newsgroups: aus.jobs