posting rules reminder

[Don Erickson]

On Sun, 20 Nov 2005, Rick wrote:

> and I have yet to see a valid argument for why bottom posting is better.

For starters, no one is arguing that bottom posting is better than top 
posting.  I guess I'd use the term "Context Posting" for what has been the 
polite and standard posting procedure on usenet and mailing lists for well 
over 10 years.

Mailing lists discourses are essentially conversations.  If I wish to 
respond to a statement that you've made, it's better to quote that 
statement in context, so we all understand exactly what is being 
referenced.

> If this is unacceptable, then someone in charge please remove me. Otherwise, 
> feel free to feel superior =)

You are in charge.  Post as you wish, stay if you like.  But understand 
that if you're posting for others to understand your point, clarity is 
your best friend.  If what you have to say is worth posting at all, why 
not make the minimal effort to present your views in the proven clearest 
method possible?


Regards,

-Don