Plugs

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i feel the need to plug a couple of services that i use:

• NearlyFreeSpeech.NET Web hosting.
  
  One of the things i enjoy about running the Pleasure Activism Australia Web site is that, well, i'm the one running the site. This means that i don't have to argue with some PHB about the importance of separating structure and content from presentation; about the importance and usefulness of making the site accessible; about the importance of avoiding technical debt; about using the tools appropriate to getting the job done properly rather than those with the most effective marketing; and so on.
  
  So when it comes to choosing a Web hosting provider, my decision can be based on technical and ethical merit, rather than on marketing and bling. Hence my decision to go with NearlyFreeSpeech.NET (NFSN): one only pays for bandwidth actually used, based on very low rates; NSFN provides a comprehensive administration interface that permits one to set many things up without having to lodge support requests and wait for a response; when one does end up needing to lodge a support request, the response is prompt and helpful; and NSFN takes an ethical approach - e.g. on issues such as privacy - which is sadly lacking in the business world in general.
  
  Please consider choosing NSFN for Web hosting - i strongly believe we should support businesses who actually demonstrate a real commitment to customer service.


• Melbourne Sexual Health Centre.
  
  As a bigendered, polyamorous and polysexual person, with two partners who are themselves polyamorous, polysexual and enthusiasts of recreational sex, it's rather important that i can access health professionals who are knowledgable, non-judgemental and lacking a desire to impose their sense of 'morality' upon me. This is particularly so in matters of sexual health.
  
  i feel the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre meets my needs in this regard. The staff don't flinch when one mentions that one is poly, or trans, or a swinger. They're willing to talk specifics rather than taking a "Just don't do that" approach. They take the time to deal with any concerns one might have. They remain courteous and professional even when very busy. And unlike one GP i had the misfortune to deal with several years ago, they know what a dam is. :-P
  
  If you live in Melbourne, and want to look after your sexual health, you could certainly do worse than the MSHC.