On Sun, 10 Aug 2003 15:58:04 -0700, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> Although I agree with the core of your argument, I think it's misplaced. > The dialog is bigger than just javascript or the *evil schemes of a > corporate giant*. The fight isn't against M$ or for Arachne - it's a > fight to allow people the freedom to communicate. > That's a battle I'd be willing to join. Many good points, Bob. People are going to find ways to communicate no matter what. The need to communicate will engender the technical ability to communicate. Back before most home users had Internet access there was Fidonet--an entirely voluntary and worldwide communication network that functioned quite remarkably. So I think if one channel gets blocked by proprietary foolishness then other channels will arise. The whole thing will continue to mutate, perhaps into multiple channels--some free, some proprietary. It may not be just one thing, just one way. But people are going to find ways. Sam Ewalt Croswell, Michigan, USA -- Arachne V1.70;rev.3, NON-COMMERCIAL copy, http://arachne.cz/
