Subj : pros and cons
To   : nelgin
From : Accession
Date : Sun Dec 21 2025 08:38 am

Hey nelgin!

On Sat, 20 Dec 2025 19:10:52 -0600, you wrote:

 > If a wiki article sucks, there are much better ways to prove your case.
 > Usually the best result is to figure why it sucks and fix it. That's the
 > whole purpose of a wiki. I cannot be written for every single edge case
 > out there and the only way to improve is by users adding to it.

/If/ a wiki article sucks. However, it doesn't. The dude just had an old version of Synchronet installed that didn't yet support the feature he was looking for, which was his main issue for everything he tried on said wiki not working. That's why the wiki sucked in his eyes.

 > He sure does. He's a "pull up a chair and let's have a cup of tea and
 > talk abour your issues" kinda guy. I'm more of the "I'll smote the
 > fucker and all problems are resolved" type :)

I'm just entirely too sarcastic, usually. That doesn't tend to work when trying to assist someone in solving a problem.

It's nice to know he's not a robot, though. I haven't seen him give up on many conversations, but the couple I have witnessed over the years keeps me grounded in knowing he's still normal and has his breaking points, too. :D

 > There are characters that would test the patience of a nun that's for
 > sure.

HAH. Usually we know who they are. Every once in awhile we get surprised with a new case, and it's entertaining for a little bit, at least.

Regards,
Nick

.... Sarcasm: because beating people up is illegal.
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