28 Feb
2011
28 Feb
'11
1:32 p.m.
> Granted, he came off as a bit arrogant. But
he's still an important
> figure in computer history, and he should be respected by us.
On Mon, 28 Feb 2011, Richard wrote:
Importance aside, people earn respect, they don't
get to demand it. I
don't care how damned important you are if you're an ass.
It is possible to respect or be impressed by the WORK or ACCOMPLISHMENTS,
without needing to like or respect the person.
Many of the greatest geniuses are asses.
Yes, Ted has a large ego. But, once you get him to talk about something
other than himself, he is amazing.
--
Grumpy Ol' Fred cisin at xenosoft.com