Welcome to ExecNet
This site is dedicated to preserving and exploring the history, technology, and individuals behind ExecNet — one of the most respected and technically advanced LAN-based Bulletin Board Systems (BBS) of the 1980s and 1990s.
ExecNet was more than a BBS. It was a central hub for LAN administrators, IT professionals, developers, and early online users who needed reliable access to tools, discussion forums, and real technical support — all before the internet became mainstream.
On this site, you’ll find:
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A detailed history of ExecNet’s origins and evolution (ExecNet’s Timeline)
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Technical background on PCBoard, Novell NetWare, and early internet integration
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Profiles of the key contributors: Andy Keeves, Jeff Black, Thomas Juliano, and others
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Information on the companies behind ExecNet: Cyllon Systems and Image’FX Productions
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Archived references, magazine features, and Awards
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Historical preservation efforts and downloadable documentation
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A Glossary of terms for newcomers
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Contributions from users (coming soon) (Click here to Contribute)
Whether you’re a former sysop, an internet historian, or just curious about the early digital era — this archive is here to provide an accurate and respectful tribute to one of the most important systems of its time.
Whether you’re a former ExecNet user, a digital historian, or someone with an interest in early computing, this site aims to offer a clear and accurate record of what ExecNet was — and why it mattered.
This archive is an ongoing project. Contributions, corrections, and insights from those who were there are welcome and encouraged.
Whether you are a sysop, BBS historian, or simply curious about digital history, this site offers accurate, first-hand information in one organized space.
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