I''ll confess to having used text messaging on occasion. It's less intrusive than a phone call and easier to retrieve than a voice mail message, so it works quite well for sending "r u almost done?" into the conference room. Basically, it lets the recipient be as unobtrusive as possible. I suppose that's why the kids use them - so the adults don't know what they're up to. <g> But I will confess, it's a real PITA to type on a phone keypad - much easier on phone with a full keypad. -Sue Gallagher
On 8/17/07, Rick Stone <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hi all > > Personally, I'm very curious about the whole text messaging phenomenon. > I mean, how is it remotely possible that text messaging is simpler to > accomplish than simply dialing up the other person and speaking? E-Mail, > I somewhat understand, as it seems fairly simple to type on a full > keyboard. But on the surface, it seems that text messaging is quite a > bit more difficult, as you are mostly limited to the tiny phone keypad. > > Is there anyone among us that can explain the allure? What am I missing? > > Cheers... Rick :) > ______________________________________________ Author Help files and create printed documentation with Doc-To-Help. New release adds Team Authoring Support, enhanced Web-based help technology and PDF output. Learn more at www.doctohelp.com/tcp. Interactive 3D Documentation Parts catalogs, animated instructions, and more. www.i3deverywhere.com _______________________________________________ Technical Communication Professionals Post a message to the list: email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, unsubscribe, archives, account options, list info: http://techcommpros.com/mailman/listinfo/tcp_techcommpros.com Subscribe (email): send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe (email): send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Need help? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] Get the TCP whole experience! http://www.techcommpros.com
