This is another newsletter/discussion group which has a Web presence at E-groups. You can check out the archives of the postings and newsletter there and decide if this a group which offers what you need.

Because this list is based on user-input, it doesn't come out as frequently as some others I've reviewed here, which could be considered a negative by people who need regular updates. I liked that quirky feature of it, but you may not.

Here's a sample posting:

"Modem Problem Solved?

"Yesterday we reported that none of the new Yosemite PowerMac G3's listed at reseller Web sites come with internal modems (true), and that getting your modem as a BTO option through the Apple Store was your best bet (also true). We also learned that while Global Village and U.S. Robotics do make USB modems, the Macintosh drivers for these devices are not yet ready! [Ooops! -- JHF] For an informative overview of this situation, we suggest this morning's edition of As the Apple Turns.

"Apparently a few tiny (?) details were overlooked in the rush to get the new PowerMacs into the retail channels, but we think this will turn out to be a short-lived problem. After contacting two resellers, our favorite Tucson, AZ Apple dealer (Simutek -- 4702 E. Broadway, a mecca for Mac fans!) and a nearby Arnold, MD establishment (MacServices, 1445 Ritchie Highway) we have learned that Apple is moving quickly to take care of things: the Yosemite 56K internal modems will be made available to resellers ASAP, within a week or so! And since the hot new PowerMac G3's are so easy to open up and work on, installing the internal modems should be easy and quickly accomplished. In other words, go right ahead and order your new computer from any reseller you prefer: one way or the other you'll get your modem. If you already have a modem-less Yosemite on order from a catalog reseller, we're not sure what the best course of action is (aside from the USB-to-serial adapter option that would let you use a regular modem). Perhaps MacMall and others will send you an internal modem you can install yourself, or perhaps you can haul your Yosemite down to your local dealer or reseller to buy one and have it installed. [In any case we are certain this will not be a big deal for very long. All resellers will shortly be able to sell you a Yosemite with an internal 56K modem, and it won't take long for manufacturers to come out with Mac-compatible USB modems. Just be sure you take care to get this issue clarified when ordering a new Yosemite PowerMac G3.

"Remember, there is no problem getting a modem-equipped machine using the build to-order (BTO) option through the Apple Store and any reseller than offers it, and many do!
http://www.infoxczar.com/atat/
http://www.simutek.com
http://www.smsmacservices.com/"