Chris wrote: > Not only are abstract discussions of what's on-topic the > most off-topic > thing I can think of, they discourage the open dialogue > that makes a > mailing list good.
Maybe I have a bit of vigilante in me when it comes to this issue - your criticsm is taken for what it's worth. But dammit I CARE about this community and what I've learned from the other members. By offering my opinions on what's topical, I'm trying to help the list retain some integrity rather than degenerating to the crap ratios of regionalized rave lists. Again we return to the eternal question of how much focus is enough focus. The point isn't whether anyone should arbitrate what is and isn't on-topic. The point is that in the past, many people have complained about gear posts on 313, or one-liners, or what have you. In the past, there have been times when we managed to operate together successfully rather than bickering and insulting each other when we disagree. As a concerned response to complaints about gear posts that only concern a small portion of subscribers, 313TechKnow was established by Todd Gys. It is a successful sister list to [EMAIL PROTECTED] because they divide content relatively clearly so you can effectively decide which list appeals to you. If they both appeal to you, then subscribe to both, and you know where to post the stuff that applies to each list. It's not an issue of fascism, it's an issue of courtesy and topicality. I think Dennis said it best when he said we all have a different way of defining what is and what isn't topical to 313. The thing is, 313TechKnow is a clear choice. The issue of one-liners, jokes, etc is basic netiquette, to be observed at your own discretion. Just my opinion, not trying to pull a Warren D on 313. Tristan __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Auctions - buy the things you want at great prices http://auctions.yahoo.com/
