From: Eric Schneck (eschneck_at_mindspring.com)
Date: Sat Nov 22 2003 - 15:56:38 PST
on 11/22/03 6:38 PM, DJ Vollkasko <DJ_Vollkasko_at_gmx.net> wrote:
>
> Right on, Eric, I found the same level of uncalculateable responsiveness
> amongst NTLK list members, both on and off list. Since I joined this list,
> I posted some inquiries, and for some I got no or no helpful replies, on
> some it was really humbling to what extend fellow Newtonians went to aid
> me, both on and off list.
>
>
> As for getting no replies on this mailing list - it's very simple to
> explain, I think. This isn't a forum or BBS (is there anywhere a Newton
> forum/board that still shows any lifesigns at all?). You post a question,
> it gets sent to zillions of subscribers who may or may not read it and who
> also may or may not be in the possession of (a) the knowledge needed to
> solve the riddle, and (b) have the time ressources needed to reply in
> depth.
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What a great explanation of the dynamics of the list.
Maybe this should go on the list page, or something?
Eric
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