[Air-l] the epitome of dot.doom

[Barry Wellman]

Found this on the web this AM. It is more poignant than the now-normal
dot.com meltdown in what Launchbase is transitioning to:

Not only old economy, but transportation (RVs) over communication
And high energy consumption, South Texas based, RVs at that. Here's the
blurb:

"Due to unforeseen changes in the Internet marketplace, Launchbase Network
has cease to be sufficiently profitable to justify its continued
existence. We have therefore regretfully decided to undergo a transition
to a much more specific focus -- namely recreational vehicles. As a
result, all of the Launchbase Network domain names unrelated to
recreatoinal vehicles, travel or South Texas are being offered for sale."

 Barry
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