>i think doug's provider charges him for these kinds of changes. it's
>technologically possible to limit posts to three a day, holding them
>in a queue and then releasing them until the next 24 hours starts.
>asking him to pay for a once a month period is asking the ISP to
>implement a special program and that will cost money. be prepared to
>dig into your pockets to support your desired changes.
They only charge for traffic, not technical interventions. (By the way, the Panix list techie is Malgosia Askanas, whom veterans may recognize as one of the spoons collective.)
I think Kelley's right that people who don't post are quiet because they want to be. But if I'm wrong, and there are any lurkers out there who feel too shy or intimidated to say something, please contact me offlist and we can work out some kind of affirmative action program.
When I'm at a public forum calling on questioners, I follow the URPE rule that all efforts should be made to prevent two white men from speaking consecutively. That's not feasible here, but please, if you're from one of the traditionally shy demographics, speak up!
Doug