Re: [MLUG] MLUG Meetings: Are They Really Important?

[Rick Buford <EMAIL:PROTECTED>]

I second Neil's idea of a bulletin board. Excellent idea.

Rick

Neil Bradshaw wrote:
> This is something that I've been meaning to bring up for a while. Someone
> blatantly put it into words for me and it really made sense: the mailing
> lists thrive because we are a community which primarily interacts with one
> another through our computers. Our use of computers is what drives MLUG.
> Therefore, is it really so wrong to not meet often?
> 
> What I think we should do is have a meeting once every two months or so
> just to focus on direction and goals. Presentations are nice, but let's
> face it: everyone has too much going on to prepare one. Those who don't
> are either lazy, unmotivated, or so-so with their expertise. There's
> probably other reasons but that's not the point of this e-mail.
> 
> Maybe a new approach to MLUG, one which is oriented around the web site,
> mailing list, and maybe a possible bulletin board, would be better. The
> bulletin board would be better than IRC for ease of use (web browser vs.
> IRC commands) and so that casual conversation won't depend on everyone
> being online at the same time.
> 
> That's just a few thoughts. Add what you will. Flame me and feel my Wushu.
> My Chi is strong.
> 
> Cheers,
> Neil Bradshaw
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