gifs on diy

[Bauke van der Wal]

> > Now speed and bandwidth surely have improoved meanwhile,
> > so it would make sense to loosen the rules a little. 
> > So I don't want this to be a "don't post pictures" post. But we
> > should find a general rule about pictures, IMO. At least a size
> > limit. 
> 
> I would say if a file is less than 100k it would be OK for most people - but
> what if someone mistakes M for k ?

a short message from someone who is mainly on the list to read and 
learn (allthough very soon i will ask for your help because my fatman 
still doesn't work and i don't know where to look anymore - but due 
to a time-shortage ... well .. y'all get the point ...)

i think pictures in some cases are very clearifying, but i think it 
is better to find a small place somewhere on a server and keep it 
posted there for say 1 or two weeks (or even longer) because:

a) _if_ someone is interested he or she can download it anytime.

b) if a pic leads to a discussion, you are able to download it in the 
next couple of days - even in the midst of the discussion and it 
doesn't have to be resent to the list - which might lead to 
irritation to those not interested.

c) if the finger hits the delete button to fast ... well ... pointing 
your browser to a earlier made bookmark is easier than sending a mail 
to the list with the subject "urgent: needing pic from they day 
before yesterday, sent around 12 pm CET"

jmho ...

greetings
bauke

Bauke van der Wal - Cetis
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