[OT] Was: Disabling DNS

[Alberto Mijares]

> I suspect that jerry had a problem with the use of "dummy", which is
> generally considered an insult when directed at a person.  I.e.  "You're
> being a dummy." is an insult.
>
> Since your use of the term was associated with the task and not the
> individual, the whole thing enters a grey area of interpretation.  Some
> might consider the sentence an insult, others might simply consider
> the use of "dummy task" as another way to say "beginner task" or
> "basic task".


Hhmmm... I see. Of course I'm referring to the task in this way, not the person.


> In any event, it's my experience that if you spend time on the Internet,
> you will eventually end up offending someone.  Just apologize for any
> misunderstanding and move on.


I apologize for any misunderstanding.

Thank you for your time, Bill.

Regards


Alberto Mijares