On Tue, 2010-09-07 at 09:04 +0530, Mohan Sundaram wrote: > > but machines are not human beings. Apart from that, in any written > > communication we Indians generally tend to be more formal. > > While English does not have a respectful version of you/go etc, it is > normal to see a "Please" added before actions or address. Software > (and the folks behind it) tend to convey messages and prompts in a > respectful manner. Same goes for "directions to use" or other such > messages on product packaging and boards in public areas. > > It would make sense to use language in a way that it does not raise > heckles, IMHO.
ok - I am convinced. (sigh - so much less typing for singular number) -- regards KG http://lawgon.livejournal.com _______________________________________________ ILUGC Mailing List: http://www.ae.iitm.ac.in/mailman/listinfo/ilugc
