Chip You said it oh so well! Part of a function of a list is not only to anwer the question of a user but to educate others in the process. Moreover, when answers are sent privately, some will not bother replying especially if discovering the solution may take some effort for there is no way to know if the original questioner needs an answer.
I realize that there are a number of ways of looking at this reply issue. While encouraging private replies reduces list traffic, I personally believe that those with issues are hurt rather than asisted by this approach. Also, others are hurt by not learning. I am of the mind that most problems are not unique to any one individual. There are others who have the same problem but haven't posed the question as it is not important enough for them to do so, they don't know how to explain it, don't want to bother, and a myriad of other reasons. Seeing solutions intended for others helps everyone learn. Our experience determines our persuasion. Ray pritchard in the sermon "Chariots of Fire" http://www.keepbelieving.com/sermon/2006-03-08-Chariots-of-Fire/ If you reply to this message it will be delivered to the original sender only. If your reply would benefit others on the list and your message is related to GW Micro, then please consider sending your message to [email protected] so the entire list will receive it. GW-Info messages are archived at http://www.gwmicro.com/gwinfo. You can manage your list subscription at http://www.gwmicro.com/listserv.
