Re: [chat] Just wondering

[Malcolm V <farkit@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

To add a few more:

* On line message boards seem to attract a certain element with nothing 
better to do then increase their post count and the size of their 
signature image.

* They also seem to suggest to some people some kind of service level 
agreement so when they post a question about compiling Linux on their 
palm pilot, they expect a full solution to be posted within an hour.

* Email is a lot easier to archive and search locally.

* If the mailing list falls over for a few hours, because someone at UTS 
incorrectly configures their border router (for example), most people 
don't even notice. Everything just spools, then carries on normally once 
connectivity resumes.

One positive for a message board is that it would lower the entry 
barrier for some potential sluggers.

Another is the easier access, no need for a configured email reader 
connected to a specific account, just a web browser.

Cheers,
Malcolm V.