Posted by Loco Jones on 10/07/05 17:18

"Angrie.Woman" <Angrie.Woman@ggmail.com> wrote in message
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> Loco Jones wrote:
< s n i p >
> Thanks so much!
>
> I know, I probably should have Googled, but it's just so impersonal.
>
> I wonder if Google is going to be the death of Usenet. I mean, there's a
> limited number of us who come in just for the sarcasm and flame wars.

You're welcome.

My comment about Google Groups was (in this case) not an admonishment, but
rather intended to provide some more information on the trim 10k option,
opinions and user experience for those who might want to learn more.

As for wondering if "Google is going to be the death of Usenet", I seem to
recall a similar question being raised with the advent of web-based
discussion forums. So far, the two seem to be co-existing nicely, with a
lot of cross-referencing going on.

I would say it is the often volatile mix of information/misinformation,
sarcasm, opinion and genuine trolling that results in those flame wars for
which usenet is infamous. True, the very thing that has some people running
screaming to the exit has others pulling up a comfortable chair to stay
awhile.

Yes, things can be a little more "personal" here than they would be just
searching for old discussions on your own, but remember, taking things
personally is what causes so many problems for some people.

- Loco -
(Now Playing: Terminal Eyes - Al Stewart)

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