Posted by Bergamot on 07/10/07 03:54

wayne wrote:
> Bergamot wrote:
>>
>> This is an international group. It is considered rude to pick on English
>> spelling and grammar errors, since English is not native to many posters
>> here, including some regulars.
>
> My belief is one should not attack anyone, that is what prompted my
> outburst.

Personal attacks are never acceptable. Attacks on your code or your
ideas are not meant to be personal. And we do attack those around here
on a regular basis. Learn the difference.

> How long should one "lurk" before posting?

As long as it takes. How's that for vague? :) I recall lurking for a
couple months before my first post. That was many years ago, btw.

> How does the group regulars
> determine if one has pulled out enough hair searching for an answer?

How much hair you may have lost isn't our problem. Remember that we are
under no obligation to help you.

If you show some aptitude for learning, you'll get a better response
from the regulars. Leaving any (undeserved) superior attitude at the
door goes a long way, too.

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Berg

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