Lug News

This document is the 1988 compendium of newsletters from Local User Groups (LUGs) associated with DECUS (Digital Equipment Computer Users Society). Compiled by Paula Sharick (National LUG Council Publications Coordinator) and Kata McCarville Weber (Rocky Mountain VAX LUG Newsletter Editor), the publication serves as a resource for LUG leaders and newsletter editors across the United States.

Summary of Contents:

• Organizational Information: The document provides an overview of the National LUG Council (NLC), the regional structure of LUGs, and the functions of Regional LUG Coordinators (RLCs). It explains how LUGs can leverage DECUS resources, such as the DECUS All-in-One communication system (DCS), symposium sessions, and regional conferences.
• Newsletter Best Practices: A significant portion of the compendium is dedicated to "Hints for Successful Newsletters," offering advice on content creation, editorial workflows, distribution, and funding. It encourages sharing material and utilizing humor and "dirty laundry" (unsubstantiated data/rumors) to engage members.
• Regional Directories: The document lists LUGs and their respective chairs, grouped by the six recognized DECUS regions (Central, Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, South, Southwest, and West).
• Sample Content: It includes examples of actual LUG newsletter content, such as technical tips (e.g., handling VMS quotas, command procedures for system management), humorous filler, and meeting notices, to provide templates for other groups.
• Contributing Editors: A comprehensive list of contributing editors is provided to facilitate networking and content sharing among LUG leadership.