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Edward Peschko wrote:
> You've got to understand something. When I come across a project and
> evaluate it for usability, I take about a half an hour with the manual
> and FAQ to see if I can get it off the bat. Best is if I don't have to
> spend *any* time with the manual.
I have to bite the hook on this one. I mean I just can't leave that
hanging out there.
Best is if everyone would always read the manuals - RTFM.
I wish I had an extra 5 bucks for every time I've been called in to fix
some mess created by someone to arrogant to read the manual. I'd retire.
> So, I download the cygwin pdf. No instances in it about no-cygwin at all!
> Odd, so I troll the web for resources. I get DJ Delorie's page, and
^^^^^
Freudian slip?
SCNR
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