[CF List] That name is (still) already in use.

[Lane Holcombe]

Hi.  I've compiled and installed crossfire twice but each time I try to start the game I get a window that claims:

"*** Welcome to Crossfire ***
After you have created your character, use the 
arrows to move around.  The command prompt  can
be accessed by typing ' (single quote).  Useful
commands are 'help, 'help keys, 'scroll, 'quit.

What is your name?"

But each time I try to enter my name or my friend's name or my cat's name or any name I make up I get:
"That name is already in use."

How do I get through this to the game?

Thanks