TJ wrote:

> Good idea. Ask a Linux question, and you'll get help, if somebody has
> any ideas.

Correct.

> But as you've already seen, make any comparisons with another
> OS that do not say that Linux is superior, and you'll just get flames.

Not necessarily. However, if the poster takes an antagonistic stance, he'll
get thoroughly flamed.

> The question is ignored. Many on the Linux newsgroups aren't interested
> in hearing about Linux's possible shortcomings, places where someone who
> also uses another OS can see it could use some improvement. They think
> it's just fine the way it is.

That's just silly. I've written /lots/ of OS software, and I actively
welcome criticism and suggestions for improvement. However, I don't
respond well to sarcastic sneers or other abuse.

> That's the way it is with zealots.

Perhaps, but you'll find /very/ few of those around here!

> You'll find the same attitude in the Windows newsgroups.

They have /nothing/ to brag about!

> Personally, I think Windows is a piece of crap when
> it comes to most things,

Correct.

> but I'm also willing to admit there are some
> areas where it is better than Linux - for now.

I can't think of /anything/ that Windows can do that Linux can't - except
spurious crashes, get virus infections, get clogged with malware and so on.

> But I've only been using
> Linux for six years. I don't have my idol and altar set up yet.

8-)

C.