Messages in this thread |  | | Date | Sun, 5 May 1996 13:50:55 -0400 | From | Matt Hartley <> | Subject | RE: Too much traffic on this list |
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> >I really would like to join the linux-kernel mailing list, but there is simply >too much traffic for me. I have a limit of 100 mails per day, and I'd like to >get other mails than those from linux-kernel, too. >I think many messages on the list (e.g. concerning network cards) would be more >appropriate on another mailing list (linux-net?). Couldn't this be changed (or, >if necessary, the list be splitted?) >Or has anybody a suggestion how I could take part in the list as it is without >drowning in mails? >
I agree with you somewhat, but it is difficult to maintain a low level of posts on such an important list, and it is really hard to avoid duplication, especially when something important breaks (Makefile in 1.3.96 I believe)
I have two suggestions: 1> Don't subscribe, and do what I do, access http://www.linux.ncm.com and read the list as it is archived. This is what I do, and I don't have a limit on email.
2> Get a better Internet subscriber that doesn't limit your email. While Compuserve, AOL, etc are nice for beginners on the Internet, or for people in some out of the way places, there are many local Internet providers around the nation that provide unlimited access to all Internet services for a fraction of the cost of a major Internet provider. There are also some medium sized nationwide services that offer almost unlimited access for a reasonable price as well. Just consider it.
Thanks for the input!
hartlw@rpi.edu Matt Hartley http://www.rpi.edu/~hartlw
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