detert@lognet2.af.mil (CMS David K. Detert) (11/24/89)
I'd like to go on record in support of Tad Guy's responses to recent critisms of the size of the Badge2 files on Xanth, etc. It's true that I have been able to get them over here to LogNet2, break them into smaller files and download them to Amy and I can understand the frustration of those who have been unable to do likewise. BUT, flaming Tad is certainly NOT the answer. I can imagine the work, no, I know how much work it is to do that kind of stuff in your spare time. I still don't know HOW in the world Fred Fish still manages to keep his collection going. Anyway, I don't think the folks who complain have tried to do enough in their own area. I know from time to time I need extra space, etc. I AT LEAST try talking to the administrator, explain to him/her that I could use some temporary space to download something and then I will give it back. I can't believe that that is NOT possible nor understood by those who administer systems around the country, etc. IF that fails, as Tad indicated, some email to him discussing the plight WOULD most certainly have netted a solution, i.e., direct emailing of broken down files. Anyone who has been around very long knows how helpful Tad, Bob and most others on the Net are. I myslef have sent numerous stuff to folks who couldn't have gotten stuff otherwise. I selectively pick and choose what I am able to do because it DOES take a significant amount of time. I'm sure anyone who has posted a message only to have 10's of requests for mailings knows EXACTLY what I am talking about. Well, I guess that's enough said. I FOR ONE certainly appreciate the time and effort of those who unselfishly support this Net and I don't want to see attacks like those recently dim their view of the support they provide. Thanks Tad and Bob and Fred and...... Think about it the next time you are thinking about complaining. Have you tried everything you can to rectify the situation yourself. Then use email to explain the problem and ASK (even BEG) for help. Don't chastize those who give of themselves. Other than that, I trust everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving. Cheers, Dave CMSgt David K Detert, USAF MILNet: detert@lognet2.af.mil