> From: Steve Fulton <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 08:15:02 -0400
> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [vchkpw] qmail-inject Error
>
> At 13:37 18/09/2002 +0200, Oliver Etzel - GoodnGo.COM \(R\) wrote:
>
> It appears you have very little idea of how a unix-like OS works. I
> suggest you start educating yourself regarding the OS you are using. Once
> you have a clue about what exactly this "ENV variable" is, then learn about
> how Qmail works at http://cr.yp.to and www.lifewithqmail.org .. even
> better, join the Qmail mailing list at cr.yp.to and ask there.
>
> My final comment is directed at those who insist:
>
> 1. We teach the them basics of unix systems administration (or even the
> basic syntax).
>
> 2. We read the documentation or list archives for them.
>
> 3. We solve their problems as they are unwilling to make the attempt.
>
> 4. Or who fail to repeatedly provide a minimum explaination of what the
> problem is, or do so poorly.
>
> A lot of people spend their precious time assisting others on this list,
> and usually do so without resorting to arrogant and rude tactics. Just
> because we are *nice* enough to assist does not give anyone carte blanche
> approval to use us. If you can't figure out the basics, consider hiring
> one of the many talented consultants on this list to solve your problems
> for you -- Your customers will be satisfied and you'll probably find your
> job is more secure because of it.
>
> </rant>
>
> -- Steve
>
I'm going to have to with Steve here. I've been on this list for a while
and the signal-to-noise ratio is horrendous. Is there a charter for this
list? Without a charter it is hard to say what does and doesn't belong on
the list.
I would fathom that all the items Steve mentioned above do not belong on the
list. Too bad the majority of the mail generated by the list falls into
those categories.
Tim
