In response to [USMA:17990] and [USMA:17998]... Gentlemen, I suggest that it would be more polite to consider that others may not be in a position to upgrade as you suggest to newer and fancier computers, connections, and programs. I know of very little that is said here which cannot be said in plain text, especially by using the common workarounds (such as using "u" as the symbol for "micro"). I consider it only good manners to consider the feelings and unknown circumstances of others on this list.
I, too, am often annoyed with the prolific forwarding of barely interesting web pages, many of which have pop-up panels, cookies, and goodness know what else. I would prefer a simple text that forwards the link which I can then open or ignore as I choose, based on the sender's introductory words describing the link. When I consider the inconvenience this flood of unwanted material causes me with my fairly powerful computer and continuous connection via cable modem, I shudder to think of what it must be like for those with smaller, slower computers and slow, dial-up modems. Having all this forced on us is rude, in my opinion, especially since pleas to cease and desist have already been made. I encourage those who feel they need a sledgehammer to drive in a thumbtack of a point to reconsider what this list is about. Let's keep it simple. And let's keep the tone of "voice" light. KISS Jim -- Metric Methods(SM) "Don't be late to metricate!" James R. Frysinger, CAMS http://www.metricmethods.com/ 10 Captiva Row e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Charleston, SC 29407 phone/FAX: 843.225.6789
