21 Aug
2001
21 Aug
'01
8:52 a.m.
On Fri, Aug 17, 2001 at 06:00:32PM -0700, Marvin wrote:
Your statement is also called "Form over
Substance". "Chaos" is a frame of
mind, and the simple fact is that using one style over another will not
result in more OR less chaos.
Posting a message that is clear, well composed, well written, and easy
to understand is what will result in less chaos. Blindly following
any particular rules will not assure a good posting. Be clear--and
that includes being clear in how you do any quoting.
-kb, the Kent who nominates for an almost "blind rule" the following:
Trim Quoted Material to the Minimum Necessary to Establish Sufficient
Context.