Dealing with the Press

On Thu, 23 Oct 2003, Mike wrote: 1. They'll get something wrong. 2. Continually emphasise the 'preservation of technology' aspect - though they might try to drag you into the "goofy guy with stupid collection" box. Depends on what angle they're going for. 3. They're likely to get stuff wrong - remember: K.I.S.S. 4. Getting into collecton valuation is difficult enough here - I'd steer clear of the money part and play up the archival and preservation parts. 5. Keep it simple and clear. These guys are journalists - NOT computer collectors. They might get some things wrong. 6. Ask if they might let you check the copy before it goes to press. 7. Because, in my experience, they always get something wrong. Just my .02 millidollar... John