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Post by jimpres on Nov 17, 2005 9:58:42 GMT -7
Just using different threads works just fine and we can discuss any topic including Russia. If someone does not want to discuss the thread there is not need to click on it. We have the option to read and respond to whatever we want.
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Post by bescheid on Nov 17, 2005 15:30:42 GMT -7
Hi Jaga/Nancy
Well, has the subject fairly much worn you both out yet? Democratic principals are fraught with related concerns of keeping focused on the original plan and intended purpose.
OK, the problems are well known at this time with projected growth. Now the problem has been brought forward and identified. What to do and how to apply the fix.
One solution of which Aadom presented and the KISS principal would still apply:
At present, develop the sub-folder as suggested:
Russia Folder. But keep aside as completed, then as time presents its self. Activate the previously completed folder ready to use.
Question: would the user first dial into the currant Polish forum, then click onto a icon controlling the Russian folder? Or, would there be a menu of sort to choose and click up the desired folder of either forum?
Charles
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aadam
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Post by aadam on Nov 18, 2005 1:36:22 GMT -7
Thank you Charles for this wonderful demonstration of the proverbial American drive to act, against the proverbial European drive to discuss the matters over. I am joking, naturally, but isn't there a grain of truth here?
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Post by leslie on Nov 18, 2005 2:38:21 GMT -7
My 'two-pennyworth' again on this topic. I voted no and I would do the same again. Why be so formal as folders, sub-folders -- we might have sub-sub-folders next! We already have sub-folders - ie the threads. If somebody wants to open a specific thread, ok, give it a specific name and anybody who wants to contribute can do so - within the context of the thread. I see Pieter and Adam (I think - must be my age) started one on Philosophy - it's just the two of them at the moment but it is a specific thread. Does this get us out of the controversy, because on the voting so far it's a 'no' and I would prefer to see all members satisfied (that's the European approach!!!) Leslie
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Post by leslie on Nov 18, 2005 2:41:20 GMT -7
Wow, I'm a dicky-bird now instead of a chicken - I can't wait to be a shark for the third time! Sorry, this has nothing to do with the thread! Leslie ;D
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Post by jimpres on Nov 18, 2005 7:36:35 GMT -7
leslie are you saying taht a goldfinch is some kind of dicky-bird? Then a shark, evolution in progress.
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Post by bescheid on Nov 18, 2005 11:05:40 GMT -7
Aaaah Aadam
You placed me on a spot, but your remark was taken and much appreciated. Yes, how well do I understand the European stand, not that it is bad. Situations should be discussed and alternate plans placed into view for close examination for weaknesses and what would be better.
But, gosh, nothng is a sure thing, just at least place into effect, the completed programme for operation, then when the need arrives, it is a done deal and place it in operation.
Perhaps I am overly pushy or overly assertive, I can not help it, it is just my trust that others will not think badly of me. This is after all, the forum of Jaga and Nancy, they are wonderful people and have worked very hard to make this happen. If it goes south (wrong) they must bear the responsiblity. I just want them to have the success and rewards of a job well done.
Thank you Aadom
Charles
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nancy
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Post by nancy on Nov 18, 2005 12:29:07 GMT -7
Thank you Charles for this wonderful demonstration of the proverbial American drive to act, against the proverbial European drive to discuss the matters over. I am joking, naturally, but isn't there a grain of truth here? I do not think it is a European /American thing, or maybe it is the opposite of aadam's statement. I (American) have often been accused of thinking things to death - and it is true. In any (hypothetical) example, everyone else has accomplished their goal, and I am still trying to decide on the best approach. If I act too fast, I make a mistake (examples abound on the forum, but I'm not pointing any out. ) Jaga (European) is like lightning - she has an idea, and whoosh! It is accomplished. A week ago last night (Thurs.) she wrote me an email: should we start a new forum? I was thinking about a reply, when she sent me another email: here it is!!! It is very hard for me to keep up with her (well, I am a bit older - lol).
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Pawian
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Post by Pawian on Nov 18, 2005 15:36:58 GMT -7
The Ockham's razor works while conctructing or discussing A THEORY, and does not apply here very well ----> As long as we discuss a separate folder instead of creating it, we do orbit in the sphere of THEORY ha ha ha ha. That`s strange. I don`t know any KISS (There was a rock group KISS). Many sites claim it was Ockham`s, e.g,: jubal.westnet.com/hyperdiscordia/ockhams_knapsack.html****William of Ockham put forth a somewhat infectious theory some six hundred and fifty years ago -- ``the mind should not multiply entities beyond necessity. What can be done with fewer ... is done in vain with more.'' ***** Just have a look at this forum. Do you mean something like that? forums.delphiforums.com/motherrus/messages/
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Post by suzanne on Nov 18, 2005 15:51:29 GMT -7
Pawian, KISS is just a slang expression that more crudely restates Ockham's theory: "Keep It Simple, Stupid!"
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Post by bescheid on Nov 18, 2005 16:00:18 GMT -7
suzannem
Thank you, I could not have said it better!!
I fist learned the KISS principal many years back while attending a training school. The instructor had placed a problem on the chalk board. We each were to write out procedures in solving the problem.
My procedure paper came back with big red letters across the introduction page: Rewrite, KISS principal.
Well, I thought at first the instructor was weird and liked men instead of ladies. I was wondering what to do when my room mate advised me of what KISS meant.
Boy, what a relief that was. I certainly have not forgotten that principal since then....
Charles
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Pawian
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Have you seen my frog?
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Post by Pawian on Nov 18, 2005 16:07:47 GMT -7
Pawian, KISS is just a slang expression that more crudely restates Ockham's theory: "Keep It Simple, Stupid!" Wow! I didn`t know it. What I knew is "keep smiling" ha ha ha ha. I change it into " keep laughing" every day.
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nancy
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Post by nancy on Nov 18, 2005 19:44:06 GMT -7
My procedure paper came back with big red letters across the introduction page: Rewrite, KISS principal. that is a funny story, Charles. When I was in school, there were many Polish-Americans, and we were often a bit sensitive about Polish jokes and the like. One day, one of the P-A students received back a paper from the English teacher, marked with a low grade and "polish writing!!" Well, after the commotion died down, it turned out that the teacher was not saying anything bad about Polish writing, but was telling the student to polish (make more elegant) his writing.
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Bob S
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Post by Bob S on Nov 18, 2005 22:59:54 GMT -7
;D Russian Folder for Russian visitors Duh! I thought this was to be a POLISH forum, We all welcome visitors and thrive on their inputs; but a seperate folder? I think not. ;D
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piwo
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Post by piwo on Nov 19, 2005 7:57:54 GMT -7
;D
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