Originally Posted by
johnwash1
I've just gone to read the thread, for the first time unfortunately. I would love to have known about it at the time, and probably Cambriensis and I would have discussed it in depth. We've talked about Linux problems elsewhere and there's mutual respect between us.
I'm puzzling over "I contributed to the thread". Gill, that wasn't a contribution, that was an attempt to stifle discussion. Which is outrageous. If you're not interested in today's theatre, just move along quietly please. There is a big advantage in a computer problem being discussed publicly. Often no single person has the very best answer to a problem, and the checks and balances of peer review and discussion improve the outcome. I wouldn't choose an airline that doesn't have co-pilots, two heads are better than one.
As for "I've never used Linux and never intend to.", that's fine. It doesn't suit everybody and I don't waste time trying to convert anyone who lacks an open mind.