• Fair Fighting Rules....

    From David B.@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Thu Nov 6 07:55:12 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to
    one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond -
    well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed
    reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another
    has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended... maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions.

    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old
    problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with
    problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on, if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!
    --
    Kind regards,
    David
    2025
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Thu Nov 6 14:09:57 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current
    issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to
    one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move >> on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other
    issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond -
    well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed
    reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or >> admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another
    has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for >> the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are >> some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended...
    maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all >> try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have >> others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I >> suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering >> you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like >> this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions.

    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old
    problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with
    problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on, >> if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by >> this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in >> csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of
    mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!

    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.
    --
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  • From David B.@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy,alt.computer.workshop on Thu Nov 6 19:06:50 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On 06/11/2025 14:09, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current >>> issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to >>> one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move
    on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other
    issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond -
    well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed
    reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or >>> admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another >>> has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for >>> the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are >>> some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended... >>> maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all >>> try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have >>> others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I >>> suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions.

    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old >>> problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with
    problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on, >>> if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by >>> this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in >>> csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of
    mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!

    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of
    the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.

    I does seem totally daft to me!

    I'd never even /heard/ of Usenet back then! ;-)
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    ACW group added
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Thu Nov 6 22:26:06 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:06:50 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote <[email protected]>:

    On 06/11/2025 14:09, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current >>>> issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to >>>> one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move
    on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other >>>> issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond - >>>> well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed
    reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or >>>> admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another >>>> has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for >>>> the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are >>>> some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended... >>>> maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all >>>> try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have
    others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I
    suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions. >>>>
    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old >>>> problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with
    problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on,
    if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by
    this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in
    csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of
    mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory! >>
    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of
    the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some
    rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.

    I does seem totally daft to me!

    It is insane that the same trolls are still following me around failing to get it. I wish they would. But does it give you some idea why I have little faith in Carroll ever growing up?

    I'd never even /heard/ of Usenet back then! ;-)

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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  • From David B.@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Fri Nov 7 00:04:08 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On 06/11/2025 22:26, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:06:50 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote <[email protected]>:

    On 06/11/2025 14:09, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current >>>>> issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to >>>>> one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move
    on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other >>>>> issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond - >>>>> well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed >>>>> reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or
    admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another >>>>> has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for
    the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are
    some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended... >>>>> maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all
    try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have
    others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I
    suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions. >>>>>
    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old >>>>> problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with >>>>> problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on,
    if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by
    this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in
    csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of >>>>> mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!

    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of
    the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some
    rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.

    I does seem totally daft to me!

    It is insane that the same trolls are still following me around failing to get
    it. I wish they would. But does it give you some idea why I have little faith in Carroll ever growing up?

    I hate to think how much time he has wasted here instead of sorting out
    his REAL life.
    I'd never even /heard/ of Usenet back then! ;-)

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?

    So, being 'expert' at using Usenet, the obvious thing for you to have
    done was change your user name to something that nobody could/would
    recognise.

    You could, of course, STILL do that! ;-)

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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Fri Nov 7 00:15:36 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 6, 2025 at 5:04:08 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote <[email protected]>:

    On 06/11/2025 22:26, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:06:50 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <[email protected]>:

    On 06/11/2025 14:09, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current >>>>>> issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to >>>>>> one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move
    on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other >>>>>> issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond - >>>>>> well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed >>>>>> reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or
    admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another
    has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for
    the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are
    some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended... >>>>>> maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all
    try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have
    others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I
    suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions. >>>>>>
    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old
    problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with >>>>>> problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on,
    if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by
    this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in
    csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of >>>>>> mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!

    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of
    the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some >>>> rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.

    I does seem totally daft to me!

    It is insane that the same trolls are still following me around failing to get
    it. I wish they would. But does it give you some idea why I have little faith
    in Carroll ever growing up?

    I hate to think how much time he has wasted here instead of sorting out
    his REAL life.

    How much of his life has he wasted on hating someone for a wrong he imagines from 2004? It really is sad. I feel for him... but also want him to stop.

    I'd never even /heard/ of Usenet back then! ;-)

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?

    So, being 'expert' at using Usenet, the obvious thing for you to have
    done was change your user name to something that nobody could/would recognise.

    You could, of course, STILL do that! ;-)

    I present more evidence / logic / facts. More "receipts" than most. My style
    is not hard to see.

    Of course, Carroll and other trolls claim to see it in their own socks and others... so maybe not. :)
    --
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  • From pursent100@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Fri Nov 7 08:37:02 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:06:50 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote <[email protected]>:

    On 06/11/2025 14:09, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current >>>>> issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to >>>>> one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move
    on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other >>>>> issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond - >>>>> well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed >>>>> reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or
    admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another >>>>> has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for
    the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are
    some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended... >>>>> maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all
    try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have
    others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I
    suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions. >>>>>
    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old >>>>> problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with >>>>> problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on,
    if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by
    this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in
    csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of >>>>> mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!

    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of
    the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some
    rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.

    I does seem totally daft to me!

    It is insane that the same trolls are still following me around failing to get
    it. I wish they would. But does it give you some idea why I have little faith in Carroll ever growing up?

    I'd never even /heard/ of Usenet back then! ;-)

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?

    rookies
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Fri Nov 7 15:37:23 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 8:37:02 AM MST, "%" wrote <[email protected]>:

    Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:06:50 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <[email protected]>:

    On 06/11/2025 14:09, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current >>>>>> issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to >>>>>> one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move
    on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other >>>>>> issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond - >>>>>> well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed >>>>>> reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or
    admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another
    has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for
    the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are
    some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended... >>>>>> maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all
    try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have
    others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I
    suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions. >>>>>>
    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old
    problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with >>>>>> problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on,
    if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by
    this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in
    csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of >>>>>> mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!

    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of
    the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some >>>> rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.

    I does seem totally daft to me!

    It is insane that the same trolls are still following me around failing to get
    it. I wish they would. But does it give you some idea why I have little faith
    in Carroll ever growing up?

    I'd never even /heard/ of Usenet back then! ;-)

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?

    rookies

    When did you start posting?
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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  • From pursent100@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Fri Nov 7 11:00:11 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 7, 2025 at 8:37:02 AM MST, "%" wrote <[email protected]>:

    Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:06:50 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <[email protected]>:

    On 06/11/2025 14:09, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current
    issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to
    one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move
    on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other >>>>>>> issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond - >>>>>>> well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed >>>>>>> reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or
    admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another
    has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for
    the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are
    some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended...
    maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all
    try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have
    others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I
    suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions.

    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old
    problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with >>>>>>> problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on,
    if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by
    this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in
    csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for. >>>>>>>
    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of >>>>>>> mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!

    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of
    the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some >>>>> rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.

    I does seem totally daft to me!

    It is insane that the same trolls are still following me around failing to get
    it. I wish they would. But does it give you some idea why I have little faith
    in Carroll ever growing up?

    I'd never even /heard/ of Usenet back then! ;-)

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?

    rookies

    When did you start posting?

    about 8:30 this morning
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Fri Nov 7 18:20:32 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 11:00:11 AM MST, "%" wrote <[email protected]>:

    Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 7, 2025 at 8:37:02 AM MST, "%" wrote
    <[email protected]>:

    Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:06:50 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <[email protected]>:

    On 06/11/2025 14:09, Brock McNuggets wrote:
    On Nov 6, 2025 at 12:55:12 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote
    <690c5460$4$22$[email protected]>:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over current
    issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open to
    one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature to move
    on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety or other
    issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond -
    well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed >>>>>>>> reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond or
    admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or another
    has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun, for
    the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect there are
    some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly offended...
    maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can all
    try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am, as have
    others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights must go on, I
    suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum like
    this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such >>>>>>>> generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions.

    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is >>>>>>>> counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old
    problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with >>>>>>>> problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree on,
    if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to live by
    this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are people in
    csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking for. >>>>>>>>
    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of >>>>>>>> mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long memory!

    A good reminder of how long I have basically been begging some of the worst of
    the worst trolls on Usenet for peace. Years later I can see where some >>>>>> rewording might be good... but the general ideas I stand behind.

    I does seem totally daft to me!

    It is insane that the same trolls are still following me around failing to get
    it. I wish they would. But does it give you some idea why I have little faith
    in Carroll ever growing up?

    I'd never even /heard/ of Usenet back then! ;-)

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?

    rookies

    When did you start posting?

    about 8:30 this morning

    Do you have daylight savings time?
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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  • From Gremlin@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Fri Nov 7 21:23:09 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    "David B." <[email protected]> news:[email protected] Fri,
    07 Nov 2025 00:04:08 GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    On 06/11/2025 22:26, Brock McNuggets wrote:

    [snip]

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?

    So, being 'expert' at using Usenet, the obvious thing for you to have
    done was change your user name to something that nobody could/would recognise.

    He's about as much of an expert with usenet and other forms of tech as you are,
    David. :)
    I have no doubt in my mind that you are well aware of this. As with Jenn and Eagle, you're using him. He's far to conceited to understand that about you. He thinks you are his friend. Is that why you aren't giving him the play by play of what I did to your other friends? You are well aware of what happened to both of them. Yet, you don't share that information with him here, and I seriously doubt, you have outside of here either.

    When I've decided he's had enough rope and I begin the lesson, are you going to leave him to me entirely as you did Jenn and Eagle? You know what happened to them. So does Apd and FTR, Aardvark, etc. That's why when I tell snit what's up - they aren't saying a word. They already know what's going to happen to him. Same as you do. They didn't tell me she learned her lesson either. Or that Eagle did. They left me alone to show them some real old school skills. And show them both I did. I took great pleasure in teaching them. You do know that right?

    You could, of course, STILL do that! ;-)

    Jenn tried that too. How long do you think it took me to figure out she was posting as Muggles in other newsgroups? :) I left her alone because that's the deal GM worked out for her. I held up my end and she did likewise. She had a complete change of heart concerning me. Why do you suppose that is, David? Be honest for once, if you can muster it. I know, I have very high expectations suggesting you do that - fully expecting you to fail. You are reliable in that manner.

    Snit is obviously, no match whatsoever to me. So why do you continue using him in this manner? You know he's already a bitch anytime I want him to be. And that nobody is going to even suggest I back off once the fun starts. SC is going to have a completely different view of me when this goes down - Hopefully he understands that I only resort to such old school methods when it's more than deserved.

    Carry on David. :)
    --
    Liar, lawyer; mirror show me, what's the difference?
    Kangaroo done hung the guilty with the innocent
    Liar, lawyer; mirror for ya', what's the difference?
    Kangaroo be stoned. He's guilty as the government

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  • From Gremlin@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Fri Nov 7 21:23:11 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    "David B." <[email protected]d> news:690c5460$4$22$[email protected] Thu, 06 Nov 2025 07:55:12
    GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over
    current issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open
    to one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature
    to move on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety
    or other issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond -
    well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed
    reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond
    or admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or
    another has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun,
    for the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect
    there are some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly
    offended... maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can
    all try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am,
    as have others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights
    must go on, I suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is
    bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum
    like this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions.

    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old
    problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with
    problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree
    on, if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to
    live by this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are
    people in csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking
    for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of
    mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    It's a very old idea. An idea he didn't live upto on his end.
    Had he meant a single word of it, even back then, he wouldn't be doing the shit he does towards myself, Pothead, or anyone else. He's still talking
    shit about the both of us.

    You do realize that when he 'brings his receipts' he's actually showing everyone who bothers to read them that he has serious issues with reading comprehension? He also demonstrates how dishonest he actually is, too. csma was tossing him out on his ass when he wrote that, btw. acw is already in
    the process of doing so, and cola did once before. He's come back hoping to re-establish himself, but, he's already failing and being told to get fucked by multiple people now.

    You recently stated that I would be chewed out there. You were implying that
    I was in over my head, right? Dishonest of you, considering what you know about me. Alas, you've never been an honest lad concerning me. I've walked
    the dog now on a couple of the regulars who knew some things, but, not
    enough to compete, let alone over take me. Or otherwise, put me in my place. Alan should have just spent the fifteen minutes watching the videos I shared. But, like some others who don't read clues well, he wanted to dance with me instead. Everyone can see how that worked out for him. I'm still waiting on
    a reply from him after I dumbed the video content down. I suspect he
    realizes he's in way over his head with me now. Didn't you know before I shared the information that the hard drive was soldered onto the mainboard
    and isn't what you'd expect to see in the physical sense for an SSD based
    hard drive? The chips aren't sitting on their own mini board with the connector soldered in place. That's not Apples style, after all. And it is a power issue, a power circuit design issue with those machines which
    destroyed the hard drive. Paul has a shitload of knowledge - quite the
    fellow. I respect him and the knowledge he has. However, I'm no spring
    chicken myself and I do have extensive experience looking at things from the internal component aspect - not the user interface or the outside design. I can tell a bad circuit design from a good one. And it is the power supply section responsible for that drives demise. As the video goes into and confirms. You already stated that you've known about Louise Rossmann for ten tears or so and that you've watched several of his videos. So, does it piss you off much that he and I agree on what Apple did with the internals of
    that machine?

    I know you worship the ground Apples people walks on, but, if you actually knew much about them - you would have known they've never really been
    consumer friendly. In reality, the founders are just as much dishonest assholes as Bill Gates was when he started Microsoft. Did you know that
    weasel essentially ripped off an OS he didn't even write for pennies? He
    made a good chunk of change too, bullshitting the other guys who wanted it when he didn't actually have anything to give them when he made the deal
    with them. Did you know that, David? I did. Anyone who's been around these machines for as long as me or longer (some on the cola newsgroup have some years on me) all know this about him. And about Apple. Don't be easily
    fooled into thinking otherwise.

    Apple has heard from many of us in the trenches who repair their equipment about the issues they have - they really don't care. Our suggestions are consumer friendly. I believe in and support the right to repair. Apple
    doesn't support it anymore so than John Deere does. They don't want it to become law here. They fight against it. With essentially the same bullshit reasons various printer makers do as they try to justify the chips they include on the ink cartridges. Those chips and what they do aren't consumer friendly.

    Did you know that power tool makers like Milwaukee and Dewalt have DRM on their battery packs too? It's to evade supporting the warranty concerning
    the batteries if you try to get one replaced because it fails prematurely. They didn't make balance charging circuitry and include it on the packs, but they sure did include electronics that can give them an excuse not to
    replace it for you for free. You do understand the battery packs (except for some of dewalts power stack versions - the 2ah has a single pack much like what you'd find in a modern call phone or tablet. The larger ones have
    either a large cell pack or a couple of them together - again with no balancing) has multiple cells inside? Those cells aren't charged in a balancing manner. One cell could be a volt or more over or under the one
    right beside it. They could have included the necessary circuitry to ensure balancing - but instead, opted to include circuitry to fuck you the consumer out of that warranty whenever possible. Oh, and to try and stop you from
    using non dewault/milwaukee chargers. I rebuid battery packs too on occasion, David. The manufacturers pull all sorts of shady shit to try and stop me and others from doing so. Even when we provide better cells as replacements.
    They don't care about the ewaste they contribute to - they just want you to pay top dollar for a new battery pack instead. And many just like you and
    Snit hand over your cc card without so much as questioning it.

    Hell, you reached out to me via email under completely false pretenses. What on earth made you ever think you were going to be able to snow me in the
    first place? Were you also lying about doing your research on me beforehand?
    I already know what a couple of people you asked about me told you. Yet, you ignored them and tried it anyway. Just how dumb are you, David?

    It's amusing that you support what Snit writes about me AS you acknowledge
    how helpful I've been in assisting you with your issues. Are you familiar
    with hyprocisy, David? I ask because you more than slightly support it.


    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long
    memory!

    Most of us are well aware of that, David. Why would you bring up an old as fuck post from snit that we can all see for ourselves he didn't live upto?

    Is this your way of trying to get the heat off of him? It won't work if
    that's your game plan. I suppose it's a coincidence that you did this after
    I provided irrefutable evidence that he did sock up as Sigmond, right? I notice how quite you got after Snit responded and evaded your query to him. You know for a fact he lied to you about the whole thing. Yet, you gave him
    a free pass anyway. Hypocrite you are, David. Don't assume others don't see you and snit for exactly what the two of you are.
    --
    Liar, lawyer; mirror show me, what's the difference?
    Kangaroo done hung the guilty with the innocent
    Liar, lawyer; mirror for ya', what's the difference?
    Kangaroo be stoned. He's guilty as the government

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  • From David B.@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy,alt.computer.workshop on Fri Nov 7 23:23:24 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On 07/11/2025 21:23, Gremlin asked ...

    Just how dumb are you, David?

    I asked AI - it said to ignore you. :-P

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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Sat Nov 8 00:12:08 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 4:23:24 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote <[email protected]>:

    On 07/11/2025 21:23, Gremlin asked ...

    Just how dumb are you, David?

    I asked AI - it said to ignore you. :-P

    LOL!
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Sat Nov 8 00:17:07 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 2:23:09 PM MST, "Gremlin" wrote <[email protected]>:

    "David B." <[email protected]> news:[email protected] Fri,
    07 Nov 2025 00:04:08 GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    On 06/11/2025 22:26, Brock McNuggets wrote:

    [snip]

    I have been using it off and on since 1987 or so. Maybe 1988?

    So, being 'expert' at using Usenet, the obvious thing for you to have
    done was change your user name to something that nobody could/would
    recognise.

    He's about as much of an expert with usenet and other forms of tech as you are,
    David. :)
    I have no doubt in my mind that you are well aware of this. As with Jenn and Eagle, you're using him. He's far to conceited to understand that about you. He thinks you are his friend. Is that why you aren't giving him the play by play of what I did to your other friends? You are well aware of what happened to both of them. Yet, you don't share that information with him here, and I seriously doubt, you have outside of here either.

    When I've decided he's had enough rope and I begin the lesson, are you going to leave him to me entirely as you did Jenn and Eagle? You know what happened to them. So does Apd and FTR, Aardvark, etc. That's why when I tell snit what's up - they aren't saying a word. They already know what's going to happen to him. Same as you do. They didn't tell me she learned her lesson either. Or that Eagle did. They left me alone to show them some real old school skills. And show them both I did. I took great pleasure in teaching them. You do know that right?

    You could, of course, STILL do that! ;-)

    Jenn tried that too. How long do you think it took me to figure out she was posting as Muggles in other newsgroups? :) I left her alone because that's the
    deal GM worked out for her. I held up my end and she did likewise. She had a complete change of heart concerning me. Why do you suppose that is, David? Be honest for once, if you can muster it. I know, I have very high expectations suggesting you do that - fully expecting you to fail. You are reliable in that
    manner.

    Snit is obviously, no match whatsoever to me. So why do you continue using him
    in this manner? You know he's already a bitch anytime I want him to be. And that nobody is going to even suggest I back off once the fun starts. SC is going to have a completely different view of me when this goes down - Hopefully he understands that I only resort to such old school methods when it's more than deserved.

    Carry on David. :)

    https://chatgpt.com/share/690e8c2c-ac60-800c-9ddd-bccdf3a248e9

    It sounds like there’s a lot of history and strong feelings in play here. From
    what you’ve written, it seems you take satisfaction in “teaching lessons” online, especially when someone doesn’t meet your expectations. At the same time, there’s a pattern of attributing intentions and competence to others—David, Jenn, Eagle, Snit—that may not be fully supported by what they’ve actually done or said.

    A fair perspective would be to recognize that everyone in these discussions
    has their own knowledge, motives, and limits. While you may feel justified in how you interact with others, it’s worth remembering that online dynamics can quickly escalate misunderstandings and resentment. Instead of framing interactions as a game of outmaneuvering others, focusing on clear communication and setting boundaries could prevent ongoing conflict.

    Even if past experiences with these users have been frustrating, assuming
    their intentions or behaviors based on your expectations alone can make it harder to resolve disagreements constructively. A more measured approach would be to describe what specifically concerns you, rather than speculating about what others “know” or will do.
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Sat Nov 8 00:37:58 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 2:23:11 PM MST, "Gremlin" wrote <[email protected]>:

    "David B." <[email protected]d> news:690c5460$4$22$[email protected] Thu, 06 Nov 2025 07:55:12
    GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    On 15/05/2004 07:01, Snit wrote:
    I think it has become clear that there will be no agreement over
    current issues... whatever they are... in csma.

    I suggest we will not be able to call a truce, though I would be open
    to one. I suspect there are too many people in here who are not mature
    to move on, and there are some issue, tied to possible personal safety
    or other issues, that can not just be left behind.

    At this point, I am not even sure what the battles are over? Sigmond -
    well, it seems both sides agree that he is gone... though the claimed
    reasons differ. Seems each side is daring the other to post as Sigmond
    or admit they were Sigmond. Both sides have claimed that one ISP or
    another has or will step in over the fighting if needed.

    So what is point of all this trolling and flaming? Is it just in fun,
    for the sake of some bored Useneters? Hard to say. While I suspect
    there are some who are just having fun, there are others who are truly
    offended... maybe even hurt. Hard to say...

    I do not think the above will change...

    I suggest we try to find a place we can agree. Something where we can
    all try to be fair, honest, and honorable. I have claimed I already am,
    as have others... seems this is a good place to start. If the fights
    must go on, I suggest the following "rules" be enacted...

    1) Be specific. Use the specific example of what it is you that is
    bothering
    you. Vague complaints are hard to agree on, especially in a forum
    like this.

    2) Don't generalize. Avoid words like "never" or "always." Such
    generalizations are usually inaccurate and will heighten tensions.

    3) Don't stockpile. Storing up lots of grievances over time is
    counterproductive. It's almost impossible to deal with numerous old
    problems for which interpretations may differ. Try to deal with
    problems as they arise.

    4) Agree to let the past go...

    I suggest we ask people to sign this... with modifications we can agree
    on, if needed. If someone else has agreed to it, then we should try to
    live by this in our dealings with each other.

    Are there other rules, that all can follow, that are needed? Are
    people in csma able to be reasonable... that is really all I am asking
    for.

    I hope, sincerely, that people can accept these rules, or some set of
    mutually agreed upon rules...

    What do you say?

    I'd say that was a very good idea, Snit. 🙂

    It's a very old idea. An idea he didn't live upto on his end.

    I have not been perfect but I mostly have. Who do you think has done better?

    And off you run.


    Had he meant a single word of it, even back then, he wouldn't be doing the shit he does towards myself, Pothead, or anyone else. He's still talking
    shit about the both of us.

    You do realize that when he 'brings his receipts' he's actually showing everyone who bothers to read them that he has serious issues with reading comprehension? He also demonstrates how dishonest he actually is, too. csma was tossing him out on his ass when he wrote that, btw. acw is already in
    the process of doing so, and cola did once before. He's come back hoping to re-establish himself, but, he's already failing and being told to get fucked by multiple people now.

    You recently stated that I would be chewed out there. You were implying that I was in over my head, right? Dishonest of you, considering what you know about me. Alas, you've never been an honest lad concerning me. I've walked the dog now on a couple of the regulars who knew some things, but, not
    enough to compete, let alone over take me. Or otherwise, put me in my place. Alan should have just spent the fifteen minutes watching the videos I shared. But, like some others who don't read clues well, he wanted to dance with me instead. Everyone can see how that worked out for him. I'm still waiting on
    a reply from him after I dumbed the video content down. I suspect he
    realizes he's in way over his head with me now. Didn't you know before I shared the information that the hard drive was soldered onto the mainboard and isn't what you'd expect to see in the physical sense for an SSD based hard drive? The chips aren't sitting on their own mini board with the connector soldered in place. That's not Apples style, after all. And it is a power issue, a power circuit design issue with those machines which
    destroyed the hard drive. Paul has a shitload of knowledge - quite the fellow. I respect him and the knowledge he has. However, I'm no spring chicken myself and I do have extensive experience looking at things from the internal component aspect - not the user interface or the outside design. I can tell a bad circuit design from a good one. And it is the power supply section responsible for that drives demise. As the video goes into and confirms. You already stated that you've known about Louise Rossmann for ten tears or so and that you've watched several of his videos. So, does it piss you off much that he and I agree on what Apple did with the internals of
    that machine?

    I know you worship the ground Apples people walks on, but, if you actually knew much about them - you would have known they've never really been consumer friendly. In reality, the founders are just as much dishonest assholes as Bill Gates was when he started Microsoft. Did you know that weasel essentially ripped off an OS he didn't even write for pennies? He
    made a good chunk of change too, bullshitting the other guys who wanted it when he didn't actually have anything to give them when he made the deal
    with them. Did you know that, David? I did. Anyone who's been around these machines for as long as me or longer (some on the cola newsgroup have some years on me) all know this about him. And about Apple. Don't be easily
    fooled into thinking otherwise.

    Apple has heard from many of us in the trenches who repair their equipment about the issues they have - they really don't care. Our suggestions are consumer friendly. I believe in and support the right to repair. Apple doesn't support it anymore so than John Deere does. They don't want it to become law here. They fight against it. With essentially the same bullshit reasons various printer makers do as they try to justify the chips they include on the ink cartridges. Those chips and what they do aren't consumer friendly.

    Did you know that power tool makers like Milwaukee and Dewalt have DRM on their battery packs too? It's to evade supporting the warranty concerning
    the batteries if you try to get one replaced because it fails prematurely. They didn't make balance charging circuitry and include it on the packs, but they sure did include electronics that can give them an excuse not to
    replace it for you for free. You do understand the battery packs (except for some of dewalts power stack versions - the 2ah has a single pack much like what you'd find in a modern call phone or tablet. The larger ones have
    either a large cell pack or a couple of them together - again with no balancing) has multiple cells inside? Those cells aren't charged in a balancing manner. One cell could be a volt or more over or under the one right beside it. They could have included the necessary circuitry to ensure balancing - but instead, opted to include circuitry to fuck you the consumer out of that warranty whenever possible. Oh, and to try and stop you from using non dewault/milwaukee chargers. I rebuid battery packs too on occasion, David. The manufacturers pull all sorts of shady shit to try and stop me and others from doing so. Even when we provide better cells as replacements.
    They don't care about the ewaste they contribute to - they just want you to pay top dollar for a new battery pack instead. And many just like you and Snit hand over your cc card without so much as questioning it.

    Hell, you reached out to me via email under completely false pretenses. What on earth made you ever think you were going to be able to snow me in the first place? Were you also lying about doing your research on me beforehand? I already know what a couple of people you asked about me told you. Yet, you ignored them and tried it anyway. Just how dumb are you, David?

    It's amusing that you support what Snit writes about me AS you acknowledge how helpful I've been in assisting you with your issues. Are you familiar with hyprocisy, David? I ask because you more than slightly support it.


    This post is made just to let folk know that Usenet has a VERY long
    memory!

    Most of us are well aware of that, David. Why would you bring up an old as fuck post from snit that we can all see for ourselves he didn't live upto?

    Is this your way of trying to get the heat off of him? It won't work if that's your game plan. I suppose it's a coincidence that you did this after
    I provided irrefutable evidence that he did sock up as Sigmond, right? I notice how quite you got after Snit responded and evaded your query to him. You know for a fact he lied to you about the whole thing. Yet, you gave him
    a free pass anyway. Hypocrite you are, David. Don't assume others don't see you and snit for exactly what the two of you are.

    That post’s a whole storm of projection and bluster. The author’s trying to come off as a technical authority and moral crusader, but it’s wrapped in resentment and ego. He mixes semi-accurate points (about right-to-repair, Apple’s design choices, and DRM in tools) with personal attacks and conspiracy-level certainty about people’s motives. The result reads less like an informed rant and more like someone performing expertise to reassert
    control in a social space where they feel disrespected.

    The bit about “walking the dog on regulars” and “no one can overtake me” is
    classic dominance-posturing—he needs others to acknowledge his superiority, especially in technical matters. His “I rebuild batteries too” and “I know
    circuits” digressions serve the same goal: to prove credibility after a long list of interpersonal accusations that erode it.

    Psychologically, this is a man who feels wounded and unappreciated, compensating with technical bravado and moral outrage. He claims others are dishonest to justify his hostility and reframe social rejection (“being told to get fucked”) as evidence of his righteousness. Every insult is dressed as truth-telling.

    A short, level-headed response could puncture that without giving him more fuel:

    You’re mixing a lot of personal resentment into what could’ve been a reasonable right-to-repair argument. The tech points might’ve landed if they weren’t buried under all the hostility and self-promotion. Nobody’s buying that “everyone else is dishonest but me” act anymore.

    That keeps it grounded—acknowledges the real-world parts but calls out the tone and ego behind the rant.

    https://chatgpt.com/share/690e909a-2e14-800c-a5e0-448634c0aff4
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
    --- Synchronet 3.21a-Linux NewsLink 1.2
  • From Gremlin@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy,alt.computer.workshop on Sat Nov 8 05:13:03 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    Brock McNuggets <[email protected]> news:690e8d3e$2$3778$[email protected] Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:22:22
    GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    [snip snip]

    At least I am not a white supremacist: <683367db$9$10360$[email protected]> <6831d3ac$0$16$[email protected]> <688ff1ad$0$26$[email protected]> <6895600b$0$10360$[email protected]>

    PotHead isn't either. You've already been dog walked over these MIDs Snit. I realize that you seek attention and any attention will do. But, this isn't the right way to get it. You are showing yourself to be a complete ass in COLA as well as ACW.

    You've also been dogwalked over the MIDs you share concerning me. You act as if these events haven't taken place. Snit, all you're doing with this nonsense is showing what an assmunching bitch you are. You will be answering for what you've been writing. I realize you think you are untouchable and the doxxing you got already is the limit of what I can do. You're going to learn the hard way that's not the case. I seriously doubt that anyone is going to feel the least bit sorry for you when it starts. I don't think anyone is going to come to your rescue or even suggest that I've gone too far.

    I do have a question for you though. Why did you decide to remove comp.sys.mac.advocacy from the newsgroups list? You only started doing that with your first reply to me on this thread. Is there a specific reason you didn't want to include that newsgroup with your reply?

    Should I be giving that newsgroup a much closer look then? Is there something there you don't want me to find? blocknews has a hell of a deal. 5gigs for two dollars. That will last me for years. <G> And the retention time is incredible.

    Just remember, Michael. You did ask for this.
    --
    Liar, lawyer; mirror show me, what's the difference?
    Kangaroo done hung the guilty with the innocent
    Liar, lawyer; mirror for ya', what's the difference?
    Kangaroo be stoned. He's guilty as the government

    --- Synchronet 3.21a-Linux NewsLink 1.2
  • From Gremlin@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Sat Nov 8 05:13:05 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    Brock McNuggets <[email protected]> news:690e8c03$4$3782$[email protected] Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:17:07
    GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    [snip]

    It sounds like there's a lot of history and strong feelings in play
    here. From what you've written, it seems you take satisfaction in
    teaching lessons� online

    You really should stop and think on your own for a minute, Michael. David is setting you up.
    He knows what I have in store for you. He's seen it before on two seperate occasions. You will be the third one he marched up to the sacrifice table. I will accept his sacrifice. When I've eaten you, He will find a replacement. It's what he does. He doesn't give a shit about you or what's going to
    happen to you anymore so than he did them. You are cannon fodder and nothing more to him. Don't you think if I was bullshitting you, one or more of the regulars who've known me for decades would have said something by now?
    You've seen Apd recently chew me out a bit over quoting.

    I did notice a slight change in your tone though. That's not what I'm interested in. I've told you before, I want you to apologize for the totally bullshit story you wrote about me and the floodbot. I've asked you many
    times. I've given you plenty of chances. I will ask you no more for what you rightfully owe me. I shouldn't have to repeatedly ask you to do what's right. I've been very patient with you - because I know a lot about you that I haven't shared here. So, I understand why you're so unwilling to provide it. You just can't admit that you openly lied - event though you most certainly did. You are very invested in what you've been doing. I get that. If you do decide to do the right thing by me, I will not continue to bring it up - I know you have reservations about it being tossed in your face. I give you my word I will not do that. I have no interest in such childish behavior. I
    will completely ignore you from that point on if that's what you actually want.

    I also understand how it's going to bite you in the ass. You don't get that part. I'm really not like the others you've fucked around with. I understand that because you haven't bothered to 'dig back' and fact check me that you think I'm incapable of doing anything more than the doxxing you already got. As I wrote, I know a lot about you. I've been learning more about you every day. I want to be sure I have as much information as I can possibly acquire
    to ensure that your lesson is perfect.

    The kinds of lessons I teach to people like Jenn Eagle and yourself are not typical how to use a computer lessons, Snit. Due to the time and significant consumption of resources required to do it, I do take some pleasure in
    seeing the results. You would too if you understood what's actually involved in the prep time alone.

    Once it starts, I can't just turn it off. I realize you don't really understand what I just disclosed to you, but, I figured you had the right to know in the event you change your mind - that it will take time for the processes to come to an end. I will also go ahead and tell you that I have
    no intentions of stopping the things I've already begun to set in motion.
    Once I initiate the lesson plan, it will carry on a life of it's own. Kind
    of like my viruses once did when they went ITW. Some things are beyond my ability to reverse - the damage I did to Eagles financials for example;
    there was no undo option. He was just out the funds no recourse. As far as
    his bank was concerned, his computer did it with his login credentials so he was on the hook for all of it. Just between us, his computer wasn't even involved. <BFG>

    I've invited David to be honest with you concerning them multiple times now.
    I know he hasn't been. If he was, you wouldn't still continue poking me with that stick. Even you aren't that stupid.

    In the movies about people like me, you see xx flip a switch and it all
    stops just like that. In the real world, it doesn't happen that fast. When I ceased my activities towards Jenn and Eagle, the processes already set in motion had to wind down. So for sometime after we brokered a deal, she was still experiencing the effects. In fairness, she was told this is how it
    works and not to do anything to break the cease fire. That I was honoring it, but it would take time to bring what I already set in motion and launched to
    a close. I couldn't speed up the process even if I wanted to do so. It just doesn't work like that. Eagle was just fucked by then. For the record, absolutely fucked. He lost everything that mattered to him. I was very specific in what I targetted.

    AI can be very interesting, right? Here's a repeat of ones results:

    Please analyze this website. How accurate are these claims against
    Usenet snit ? http://cosmicpenguin.com/snitLieMethods.html"

    [![Usenet Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)] (https://images.openai.com/thumbnails/666eccffd0e4720b6873ef7256cc304a.jp eg)](https://www.comparitech.com/fr/usenet/faq/)

    The webpage you referenced, [cosmicpenguin.com/snitLieMethods.html] (http://cosmicpenguin.com/snitLieMethods.html), presents a detailed
    critique of Michael Glasser, known online as "Snit," alleging a pattern
    of disruptive behavior and dishonesty in Usenet newsgroups. The document outlines various tactics purportedly employed by Snit, such as misrepresentation, evasion, and personal attacks.([Google Groups][1])

    ### Context and Community Feedback

    The claims on the site are corroborated by numerous Usenet participants
    who have documented similar behaviors over an extended period. For
    instance, discussions in groups like comp.os.linux.advocacy and alt.computer.workshop highlight recurring patterns of Snit's conduct, including accusations of dishonesty and attempts to undermine other
    users. These accounts suggest that the behaviors described on the Cosmic Penguin site align with broader community experiences. ([Google Groups]
    [2], [Google Groups][1])

    ### Evaluating the Claims

    While the Cosmic Penguin document provides an in-depth analysis, it's important to approach such critiques with a critical eye. The content is presented from a perspective that is clearly antagonistic toward Snit,
    which may influence the tone and emphasis of the claims. However, the consistency of the behaviors described across various independent sources lends credibility to the assertions.

    ### Conclusion

    The allegations presented on the Cosmic Penguin site appear to be
    grounded in documented interactions within Usenet communities. While the
    site serves as a comprehensive compilation of these incidents, readers
    should consider the context and potential biases inherent in such a
    focused critique. Engaging with a range of sources can provide a more
    balanced understanding of the situation.([Google Groups][1])

    [1]: https://groups.google.com/g/comp.sys.mac.advocacy/c/iJE1h4m9 _uc/m/9xreK8lxAQAJ?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Re: Snit destroys another
    USENET group"
    [2]: https://groups.google.com/g/alt.computer.workshop/c/AVU7J_lMYmU? utm_source=chatgpt.com "Snit *The Despicable, lying, troll*"

    ***

    This is a working link for the one it analyzed, too. In case
    anyone else who doesn't? know your history and what you're really about.

    <https://tinyurl.com/Snitliesmethods>

    I also leave you with an interesting MID. It's a post David wrote about
    me.

    Message-ID: <[email protected]>

    I'll give you the highlights:

    Jenn wrote:
    Dustin wrote:
    "Jenn"<[email protected]> wrote in news:idhkg4$lvv$1
    @news.eternal-september.org:

    <shrugs> my printer, evidently, doesn't like that site.

    Oh, Web professional; you do realize it's up to the browsers rendering
    engine to setup for the actual print job, right? Up to the job
    completing and it being routed to the printer; you can't blame the
    printer for any of it. :)

    sooo .. is this how you think you will teach me? First you mock me as a
    web professional, then you expect me to take advice from you?


    He's right about it not being the fault of the printer, Jenn!

    In fact, I think you can trust *anything* Dustin tells you when it comes
    to 'computing' matters here on SE. There are enough other knowledgeable
    folk here now to warn you if he did ever try to mislead you, but I'm
    pretty sure he wouldn't do that.

    You are between a rock and a hard place arguing with Dustin about your
    day job, Jenn. Short of telling him what you actually do, in practice
    (maybe by sending him your job description by email!) it's probably best
    to drop it. *YOU* know that you are a professional web developer -
    that's all that matters really - and you get paid well for doing it!

    ***

    I told you before, he's playing you for a sucker. He is using you. I repeat, he's playing along
    with you when you try to slime and smear me over my technical abilities.
    He knows you are full of shit and that I do know exactly what I'm doing.
    He also knows that you're in well over your head with me. He's known this
    the entire time. He hasn't given you specifics concerning Jenn or Eagle for
    a reason, Michael. He doesn't want you to smarten up and tell him to pound sand. I suspect you would if he was to disclose the end results of my pain staking labor though.

    He has a score to settle with me in his mind, and because he lacks the technical chops to do it, he uses people like you who don't know any
    better to try and get it done. David is not your friend and won't be there
    to help you out when shit hits the fan for you. Make no mistake, I'm not
    your friend either - but - I haven't lied to you. David has and continues
    to do so. You really are cannon fodder to him. You are responsible for
    what you've written and you will learn that you can be held accountable
    for it, too. Soon, it'll be Jenn, Eagle, And Snit. I am going to show you
    how you can be held accountable without any recourse for you. I'm not
    jerking you around. I'm not threatening you in the least little bit. Threats are for pussies. People who can't actually do what they say they can.
    Bullies and cowards make threats. I'm not a bully nor am I coward. I despise bullies and always have. I do what I say I'm going to do. it's as simple as that.

    As with them, I've given you fair warning and an opportunity to get out of
    it. I've always followed procedure. Even with you. I also admit that I sincerely do hope you don't take any of my advice and give me the chance to teach you. I'd prefer that you do. You won't fuck with anyone else
    afterwards. I know this based on the results of Jenn and Eagle. I want to
    add you to the list, because I know how much it's going to piss David off.
    And I also know that so many people will be grateful for it. And I'll earn a bit more respect from people I don't even know by changing your entire
    outlook on things. They couldn't really educate you for various reasons. I can, and, I will.

    I hope you take the time to digest this reply... It's the last olive branch I'm going to extend to you. Think it over, Michael. And, again, Enjoy your weekend. It's going to get fucking cold here come Monday so I plan to enjoy the outdoors a bit before it does. Damn canuks and their shit weather. <G> I didn't move far enough south to avoid it. ROFL!
    --
    Liar, lawyer; mirror show me, what's the difference?
    Kangaroo done hung the guilty with the innocent
    Liar, lawyer; mirror for ya', what's the difference?
    Kangaroo be stoned. He's guilty as the government

    --- Synchronet 3.21a-Linux NewsLink 1.2
  • From Gremlin@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy,alt.computer.workshop on Sat Nov 8 05:13:08 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    Brock McNuggets <[email protected]> news:690e8b4d$6$3785$[email protected] Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:14:05
    GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 2:23:19 PM MST, "Gremlin" wrote <[email protected]>:

    [huge snip snip]

    Snit is expendable and he doesn't realize it. David has been using him
    the entire time and Snit is oblivious to it. He doesn't know David as
    well as he thinks he does.

    https://chatgpt.com/share/690e8b86-02c0-800c-a005-3761c98e9d96

    With regard to your chatgpt link, I have one too. Check this out:

    <https://chatgpt.com/share/690e0df6-ff94-8009-a634-11f4f09fcb21>

    A good-faith request seeks understanding, fairness, or truth.
    A bad-faith request seeks ammunition, distortion, or provocation.

    Requesting a �psych profile� of someone based on a single short message � especially in an adversarial context � is almost certainly:

    Not about understanding a person psychologically

    Not about responsible analysis

    But about framing the target negatively

    Thus, the request itself signals bad-faith intent:
    The goal is predetermined (to portray the subject unfavorably), and the �profile� is merely a rhetorical tool.

    It�s the same logic used in:

    cherry-picking quotes

    labeling others with pseudo-diagnoses

    appealing to supposed �expert opinion� to legitimize character attacks

    So yes � �good faith� is exactly the relevant lens.
    ***

    You can't have things both ways, Snit. <BFG>

    That's not all. I have something else to share concerning you. Since you
    love Chatgpt so much n all.

    Please analyze this website. How accurate are these claims against
    Usenet snit ? http://cosmicpenguin.com/snitLieMethods.html"

    [![Usenet Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)] (https://images.openai.com/thumbnails/666eccffd0e4720b6873ef7256cc304a.jp eg)](https://www.comparitech.com/fr/usenet/faq/)

    The webpage you referenced, [cosmicpenguin.com/snitLieMethods.html] (http://cosmicpenguin.com/snitLieMethods.html), presents a detailed
    critique of Michael Glasser, known online as "Snit," alleging a pattern
    of disruptive behavior and dishonesty in Usenet newsgroups. The document outlines various tactics purportedly employed by Snit, such as misrepresentation, evasion, and personal attacks.([Google Groups][1])

    ### Context and Community Feedback

    The claims on the site are corroborated by numerous Usenet participants
    who have documented similar behaviors over an extended period. For
    instance, discussions in groups like comp.os.linux.advocacy and alt.computer.workshop highlight recurring patterns of Snit's conduct, including accusations of dishonesty and attempts to undermine other
    users. These accounts suggest that the behaviors described on the Cosmic Penguin site align with broader community experiences. ([Google Groups]
    [2], [Google Groups][1])

    ### Evaluating the Claims

    While the Cosmic Penguin document provides an in-depth analysis, it's important to approach such critiques with a critical eye. The content is presented from a perspective that is clearly antagonistic toward Snit,
    which may influence the tone and emphasis of the claims. However, the consistency of the behaviors described across various independent sources lends credibility to the assertions.

    ### Conclusion

    The allegations presented on the Cosmic Penguin site appear to be
    grounded in documented interactions within Usenet communities. While the
    site serves as a comprehensive compilation of these incidents, readers
    should consider the context and potential biases inherent in such a
    focused critique. Engaging with a range of sources can provide a more
    balanced understanding of the situation.([Google Groups][1])

    [1]: https://groups.google.com/g/comp.sys.mac.advocacy/c/iJE1h4m9 _uc/m/9xreK8lxAQAJ?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Re: Snit destroys another
    USENET group"
    [2]: https://groups.google.com/g/alt.computer.workshop/c/AVU7J_lMYmU? utm_source=chatgpt.com "Snit *The Despicable, lying, troll*"

    ***

    This is a working link for the one it analyzed, too. In case
    anyone else who doesn't? know your history and what you're really about.

    <https://tinyurl.com/Snitliesmethods>

    I also leave you with an interesting MID. It's a post David wrote about
    me.

    Message-ID: <[email protected]>

    I'll give you the highlights:

    Jenn wrote:
    Dustin wrote:
    "Jenn"<[email protected]> wrote in news:idhkg4$lvv$1
    @news.eternal-september.org:

    <shrugs> my printer, evidently, doesn't like that site.

    Oh, Web professional; you do realize it's up to the browsers rendering
    engine to setup for the actual print job, right? Up to the job
    completing and it being routed to the printer; you can't blame the
    printer for any of it. :)

    sooo .. is this how you think you will teach me? First you mock me as a
    web professional, then you expect me to take advice from you?


    He's right about it not being the fault of the printer, Jenn!

    In fact, I think you can trust *anything* Dustin tells you when it comes
    to 'computing' matters here on SE. There are enough other knowledgeable
    folk here now to warn you if he did ever try to mislead you, but I'm
    pretty sure he wouldn't do that.

    You are between a rock and a hard place arguing with Dustin about your
    day job, Jenn. Short of telling him what you actually do, in practice
    (maybe by sending him your job description by email!) it's probably best
    to drop it. *YOU* know that you are a professional web developer -
    that's all that matters really - and you get paid well for doing it!

    ***

    I told you before, he's playing you for a sucker. And, he is. He knows
    damn well that I'm qualified and do know what I'm writing about, Snit.
    He's playing along with you when you try to attack me. He's that
    dishonest. You are cannon fodder. A means to an end for him. He failed to
    get me with Jenn and failed with Eagle. He's hoping that when I strike
    you, that I will make a critical mistake that will lead to me being
    prosecuted and being found guilty with a prison sentence as my punishment.
    He thinks I got away with some things years before he ever emailed me the
    first time. He's a very mentally fucked in the head individual - actually
    worse than you. He is using you, dumbass! I repeat, he's playing along
    with you when you try to slime and smear me over my technical abilities.
    He knows you are full of shit and that I do know exactly what I'm doing.

    He has a score to settle with me in his mind, and because he lacks the technical chops to do it, he uses people like you who don't know any
    better to try and get it done. David is not your friend and won't be there
    to help you out when shit hits the fan for you. Make no mistake, I'm not
    your friend either - but - I haven't lied to you. You are responsible for
    what you've written and you will learn that you can be held accountable
    for it, too.

    SE btw, is alt.politics.scorched-earth.

    Steve was right about you, Snit. He always has been. David is using you
    and has been the entire time. I have tried being reasonable with you and resolve our differences as
    adults should be able to. You have refused to do this. Multiple times. All
    I wanted that you rightfully do owe me is an apology for the floodbot accusation story you wrote about me. It was a very simple request
    considering all the other bullshit you've written about me.
    --
    Liar, lawyer; mirror show me, what's the difference?
    Kangaroo done hung the guilty with the innocent
    Liar, lawyer; mirror for ya', what's the difference?
    Kangaroo be stoned. He's guilty as the government

    --- Synchronet 3.21a-Linux NewsLink 1.2
  • From Gremlin@[email protected] to comp.sys.mac.advocacy,alt.computer.workshop on Sat Nov 8 05:13:11 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    "David B." <[email protected]> news:[email protected] Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:23:24 GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    On 07/11/2025 21:23, Gremlin asked ...

    Just how dumb are you, David?

    I asked AI - it said to ignore you. :-P

    ROLFMFAO!

    Do you remember writing this to your former friend Jenn?

    Message-ID: <[email protected]>

    I'll give you the highlights:

    Jenn wrote:
    Dustin wrote:
    "Jenn"<[email protected]> wrote in news:idhkg4$lvv$1
    @news.eternal-september.org:

    <shrugs> my printer, evidently, doesn't like that site.

    Oh, Web professional; you do realize it's up to the browsers rendering
    engine to setup for the actual print job, right? Up to the job
    completing and it being routed to the printer; you can't blame the
    printer for any of it. :)

    sooo .. is this how you think you will teach me? First you mock me as a
    web professional, then you expect me to take advice from you?


    He's right about it not being the fault of the printer, Jenn!

    In fact, I think you can trust *anything* Dustin tells you when it comes
    to 'computing' matters here on SE. There are enough other knowledgeable
    folk here now to warn you if he did ever try to mislead you, but I'm
    pretty sure he wouldn't do that.

    You are between a rock and a hard place arguing with Dustin about your
    day job, Jenn. Short of telling him what you actually do, in practice
    (maybe by sending him your job description by email!) it's probably best
    to drop it. *YOU* know that you are a professional web developer -
    that's all that matters really - and you get paid well for doing it!

    ***


    You've written all kinds of posts like that one about me. We both know
    you've been jerking snit around. You do respect the technical knowledge
    and skills I have. It's why you tried to con me via email in the first
    place. Cheeky bastard.

    Do you remember this one?

    [https://web.archive.org/web/20210514144415/http://www.tekrider.net/pages/d
    av
    id-brooks-stalker.php]
    Due to word wrap, you may have to fix the link before you attempt to use
    it.
    Sorry, but, if I turn word wrap off, I have to manually fix every single
    line that exceeds 78 characters. I'm not going to take the time to do that
    for you. <g>


    David Brooks, Internet Stalker
    23 June 2015: An Internet Stalker named David Brooks of Devon, England has challenged me to post this picture of him. The why comes from a Usenet post
    (
    M-ID: <mmcbja;$ubo$[email protected]> )

    [Me]
    That's me... Do you want yours and Trish's picture on the front page?
    With a large "STALKER" banner?

    [David Brooks]
    I doubt you have the skill to do that. Prove me wrong, Shagnasty.

    Do it *NOW*!

    So, suitably instructed, I complied.

    (Be sure to read the content below the picture.)
    BoaterStalker
    Stalker David Brooks
    � Photo by a visitor, published in a forum

    Please note: every fact shown on this page has been personally
    eye-witnessed by me; nothing here is an 'unsupported accusation.' It is all true. The stalker label comes from Brooks's constant decade-long probing of this web site and its hosting company, and the list of nyms come from both Usenet groups and many web forums.

    Well, here you have it. This man, David Brooks of Devon, England, is one of the most despicable persons I have ever run into on the Interwebs. Google
    up
    'BoaterDave', 'BoaterDaveTJ', '~BD~', 'BD1', 'BD2', 'Beady', 'Imbeady2', 'David B', 'David B.', 'DavidB', 'David_B', 'David DewGud', 'DavidDewgud ', 'BDonTJ', '[email protected]', 'LovelyLady', 'CommanderB', 'Commander_B', 'Angela Bennett', 'Byker', 'bufordTjustice', 'DonOldham', 'Tony Smith', 'MP.TonySmith', 'Tinkerer', 'Davoud1945', 'Brawdy14', 'HunterBD',
    'HunterDB', 'Hunter88', 'Steve Carroll', 'I.Mackie', 'GA11', 'Marley', 'SaabOwner', 'Owner', 'C.A.Strate', 'Derek Feldman', 'A. Student', 'David
    in
    Devon', 'Dudley Brooks', 'Mrs Parrot', 'David G. Brooks', 'Russell
    Newbery',
    'David B 1466', 'DGB', 'David', 'Anonymous', 'Christine Grist', 'Big
    Brother', 'PSA', 'davidbrooks_5408', 'Sir Topham Hatt', 'Jack', 'Jon
    Botting', 'Jonathanbotting', 'John <Doh>', 'Sidney Carton', 'Mr On!on',
    'BD', 'Strgzr', 'rsoul' forgery, '[email protected]'bird', 'JetProvost'
    {in Mac forum}, 'Jon', 'David Brooks', 'DigbyDB', 'John Doe', 'P C Butts', 'Alli Cat', 'David.Brooks', '111MS' , 'Tinkerer2' [<�73] and dozens of
    other
    pseudonyms. Most of his 'Microsoft Answers' forum posts read 'From A. User' because they cancel his accounts as they find them. He just recently used
    my
    domain name as a nym: ( M-ID: <qpk0y.27592$[email protected]> ) He stalks innocent good people, Microsoft MVPs, web forum owners where he has been banned (most of them), posts pictures of your dead relatives and/or their obituaries years after the fact, insults people with cancer, and lots more. He's been doing it since about 2006, under the guise of hunting 'bad guys.'
    So far he hasn't caught a single one. He even supports a known 'bad guy.'

    On 17 November 2015, a person named Nil responded to David Brooks in a
    Windows newsgroup where he stalks: "You're a well-known net kook and stalker. Your fake cutesy nicey-nice facade is completely ineffective at disguising your obvious and true malignancy. You earn every rudeness you
    get. ... He recognizes you as the toxic cancer you are."
    ( M-ID: <[email protected]> );

    On 24 July 2019, David Brooks issues a stalking threat:
    "I'm quite good at sussing out nasty folk like you. If that page is still there after the boating season, I�ll think up some ways to make YOUR life a misery, just as you have tried to intimidate me."
    ( M-ID: <868024586.585659219.076873.BD-nomail.afraid.org;@news.eternal-september.or

    )

    If you should ever encounter David Brooks, DO NOT give him any personal information. He is an incorrigible stalker and world's greatest pest.
    ***

    The site is gone, but the memory remains. <G> Any music buffs catch the acknowledgement to a certain heavy metal band? I'll give you a hint. They
    had a falling out with a guitarist who also helped them write a lot of
    their music at the time. He went on to form the band known as MegaDeth. Personally, I think Megadeth is a better band with better music. That's
    just my opinion, of course.

    I'll toss those interested another bone. One of the musicians who plays
    the drums like an Ape for them made the statement way back in the day that
    he didn't care that their tracks were on Napster (the original Napster);
    his issue was the shit sound quality of them. He is the primary reason HHI
    was formed. We understood the mission. He had an issue with the quality.
    We knew we could solve that problem. And so we did. I won't say who, but,
    one or more of us might have sent their producers a few sample tracks of
    our work. <BFG> with a note attached that went along something like, "Does this meet your expectations?" Heh heh. we never did hear back from them.
    LOL!
    --
    Liar, lawyer; mirror show me, what's the difference?
    Kangaroo done hung the guilty with the innocent
    Liar, lawyer; mirror for ya', what's the difference?
    Kangaroo be stoned. He's guilty as the government

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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Sat Nov 8 06:44:28 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 10:13:11 PM MST, "Gremlin" wrote <[email protected]>:

    "David B." <[email protected]> news:[email protected] Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:23:24 GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    On 07/11/2025 21:23, Gremlin asked ...

    Just how dumb are you, David?

    I asked AI - it said to ignore you. :-P

    ROLFMFAO!

    Do you remember writing this to your former friend Jenn?

    You have a weird obsession with this Jenn person. Why?
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Sat Nov 8 06:47:17 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 10:13:08 PM MST, "Gremlin" wrote <[email protected]>:

    Brock McNuggets <[email protected]> news:690e8b4d$6$3785$[email protected] Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:14:05 GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 2:23:19 PM MST, "Gremlin" wrote
    <[email protected]>:

    [huge snip snip]

    Snit is expendable and he doesn't realize it. David has been using him
    the entire time and Snit is oblivious to it. He doesn't know David as
    well as he thinks he does.

    https://chatgpt.com/share/690e8b86-02c0-800c-a005-3761c98e9d96

    With regard to your chatgpt link, I have one too. Check this out:

    <https://chatgpt.com/share/690e0df6-ff94-8009-a634-11f4f09fcb21>

    A good-faith request seeks understanding, fairness, or truth.
    A bad-faith request seeks ammunition, distortion, or provocation.

    You left out what I said about how one cannot base a decision on one post.

    In short: you twisted.

    As you do.

    But look at your posts. Post after post after post. They show much the same thing.

    You COULD work to learn ... but your ego won't let you.
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Sat Nov 8 06:56:10 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 10:13:05 PM MST, "Gremlin" wrote <[email protected]>:

    Brock McNuggets <[email protected]> news:690e8c03$4$3782$[email protected] Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:17:07 GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    [snip]

    It sounds like there's a lot of history and strong feelings in play
    here. From what you've written, it seems you take satisfaction in
    teaching lessonsť online

    You really should stop and think on your own for a minute, Michael. David is setting you up.

    Instead of self reflection you focus on others.

    One of your many weaknesses.

    He knows what I have in store for you.

    We are all heading to the same place.

    Look below, though, and see where you are NOW. So insecure you make threats
    and cry and play victim. But no MIDs. No quotes. No receipts.

    You are just filled with anger -- but it is not really about me. It is about your own self loathing. Do better. Be better.

    He's seen it before on two seperate
    occasions. You will be the third one he marched up to the sacrifice table. I will accept his sacrifice. When I've eaten you, He will find a replacement. It's what he does. He doesn't give a shit about you or what's going to
    happen to you anymore so than he did them. You are cannon fodder and nothing more to him. Don't you think if I was bullshitting you, one or more of the regulars who've known me for decades would have said something by now?
    You've seen Apd recently chew me out a bit over quoting.

    See: toddler tantrum threats. You do that because you are an insecure little child.

    I did notice a slight change in your tone though. That's not what I'm interested in. I've told you before, I want you to apologize for the totally bullshit story you wrote about me and the floodbot.

    Gremlin <[email protected]OH8iz29MMTN26bF08TPFtT157gyFB5>:
    -----
    It needs to be recoded anyway, it's a seriously piss poor
    example of writing software.
    -----

    Gremlin <[email protected]U90Zyd>
    -----
    Do you think when you disassemble something that you're
    provided the original source code that was
    compiled/assembled by the author? You aren't, what you're
    given looks nothing like the original source code, but it
    still tells you *everything* about the program.
    -----

    Your exact words. You pushed the idea you had insider knowledge. Then you denied it.

    You contradicted yourself. You lied.

    Called out -- you threatened. You cannot be a man. So be it. You are a
    toddler.

    I've asked you many
    times. I've given you plenty of chances. I will ask you no more for what you rightfully owe me. I shouldn't have to repeatedly ask you to do what's right.

    It is not right to lie... which is what you are asking me to do.

    I've been very patient with you - because I know a lot about you that I haven't shared here.

    More of your power play. But if you really knew so much your doxxing would not be so pathetic, and you would not be so wrong about my finances, my driving record, and more.

    So again you are lying.

    And begging me -- BEGGING ME -- to lie for you.

    You hate how I will not sink to your level.

    So, I understand why you're so unwilling to provide it.
    You just can't admit that you openly lied - event though you most certainly did.

    But in a way you cannot quote. Shove that claim of yours where the sun don't shine!

    You are very invested in what you've been doing. I get that.

    I am invested in being honest. Sure. And you hate it.

    If you do
    decide to do the right thing by me, I will not continue to bring it up - I know you have reservations about it being tossed in your face. I give you my word I will not do that. I have no interest in such childish behavior. I
    will completely ignore you from that point on if that's what you actually want.

    You have no interest in childish behavior but you cannot stop yourself. Interesting.

    You admit you have no self control.

    I also understand how it's going to bite you in the ass. You don't get that part. I'm really not like the others you've fucked around with. I understand that because you haven't bothered to 'dig back' and fact check me that you think I'm incapable of doing anything more than the doxxing you already got. As I wrote, I know a lot about you. I've been learning more about you every day. I want to be sure I have as much information as I can possibly acquire to ensure that your lesson is perfect.

    You are obsessing over me. Curious admission.

    The kinds of lessons I teach to people like Jenn Eagle and yourself are not typical how to use a computer lessons, Snit. Due to the time and significant consumption of resources required to do it, I do take some pleasure in
    seeing the results. You would too if you understood what's actually involved in the prep time alone.

    More toddler tantrum threats from you. See: YOU prove you are a toddler throwing tantrums.

    YOU DO.

    I just quote you.

    Once it starts, I can't just turn it off.

    You have no self control. Sure. You are a toddler.

    I realize you don't really
    understand what I just disclosed to you, but, I figured you had the right to know in the event you change your mind - that it will take time for the processes to come to an end. I will also go ahead and tell you that I have
    no intentions of stopping the things I've already begun to set in motion.

    You will continue to be a toddler. Sure.

    Once I initiate the lesson plan, it will carry on a life of it's own. Kind
    of like my viruses once did when they went ITW. Some things are beyond my ability to reverse - the damage I did to Eagles financials for example;
    there was no undo option. He was just out the funds no recourse. As far as his bank was concerned, his computer did it with his login credentials so he was on the hook for all of it. Just between us, his computer wasn't even involved. <BFG>

    You say I already have no money. LOL!

    Damn... you really are an idiot who contradicts yourself nonstop.

    I've invited David to be honest with you concerning them multiple times now. I know he hasn't been. If he was, you wouldn't still continue poking me with that stick. Even you aren't that stupid.

    In the movies about people like me,

    Psychopaths? They do not flip switches. They just get off on threats and harm.

    ...

    Stopped reading out of intense boredom. You are a complete idiot making a bigger and bigger fool of yourself.
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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  • From Brock McNuggets@[email protected] to alt.computer.workshop,comp.sys.mac.advocacy on Sat Nov 8 06:57:01 2025
    From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy

    On Nov 7, 2025 at 10:13:03 PM MST, "Gremlin" wrote <[email protected]>:

    Brock McNuggets <[email protected]> news:690e8d3e$2$3778$[email protected] Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:22:22 GMT in alt.computer.workshop, wrote:

    [snip snip]

    At least I am not a white supremacist:
    <683367db$9$10360$[email protected]>
    <6831d3ac$0$16$[email protected]>
    <688ff1ad$0$26$[email protected]>
    <6895600b$0$10360$[email protected]>

    PotHead isn't either.

    Then why does she present herself as one?

    <683367db$9$10360$[email protected]> <6831d3ac$0$16$[email protected]> <688ff1ad$0$26$[email protected]> <6895600b$0$10360$[email protected]>

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Pothead's posts echo white-supremacist rhetoric point for point. She may not call herself that, but her language repeats the same themes found in "Great Replacement" and ethnonationalist propaganda. A few examples:

    Quote: "There is no number. Come one, come all. Criminals, terrorists, mental patients etc."
    Dehumanizing immigrants, treating them as a criminal horde. This framing is identical to "invasion" propaganda used by white-nationalist groups. https://www.adl.org/resources/backgrounder/the-great-replacement-an-explainer https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/what-is-great-replacement-theory-and-how-does-it-fuel-racist-violence

    Quote: "They want to destroy the country so they can rebuild with a global socialism means. They want to flood the country with people who will settle in blue areas and ... gain control."
    "Flooding" language is lifted straight from the Great Replacement conspiracy theory--the claim that elites import non-white immigrants to outnumber whites politically. https://www.adl.org/resources/backgrounder/the-great-replacement-an-explainer https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/what-is-great-replacement-theory-and-how-does-it-fuel-racist-violence
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Replacement_conspiracy_theory

    Quote: "Do it legally and you are welcomed." / "They came here illegally, they are criminals."
    Boundary-drawing rhetoric used by organized nativist networks to equate illegality with moral corruption and inferiority. See SPLC on FAIR and other restrictionist groups. https://www.splcenter.org/resources/extremist-files/federation-american-immigration-reform
    https://www.splcenter.org/resources/extremist-files/john-tanton

    Quote: "Trump is going after these lazy grifters" / "a LOT of people gaming
    the system..."
    Echoes the "welfare leech" trope. That stereotype has long been used to racialize poverty and build resentment against immigrants and minorities. https://apnews.com/article/race-and-ethnicity-tucker-carlson-jonathan-greenblatt-immigration-3ef70ca8eff84dd2c424288be1cc2f48
    https://www.adl.org/resources/backgrounder/the-great-replacement-an-explainer

    Quote: "Why are my tax dollars funding this?"
    Classic "resource theft" framing--portraying minorities and immigrants as parasites stealing from "real" citizens. https://www.splcenter.org/resources/extremist-files/john-tanton https://www.adl.org/resources/backgrounder/the-great-replacement-an-explainer

    Each of these aligns directly with extremist talking points documented by anti-hate researchers. Together they form the same structure: immigrants as invaders, elites as traitors, "real" citizens as victims. That's white-supremacist rhetoric whether she admits it or not. ----------------------------------------------------------------------

    And below you just lie your ass off.

    See: easy to quote you lying.

    You've already been dog walked over these MIDs Snit. I
    realize that you seek attention and any attention will do. But, this isn't the
    right way to get it. You are showing yourself to be a complete ass in COLA as well as ACW.

    You've also been dogwalked over the MIDs you share concerning me. You act as if these events haven't taken place. Snit, all you're doing with this nonsense
    is showing what an assmunching bitch you are. You will be answering for what you've been writing. I realize you think you are untouchable and the doxxing you got already is the limit of what I can do. You're going to learn the hard way that's not the case. I seriously doubt that anyone is going to feel the least bit sorry for you when it starts. I don't think anyone is going to come to your rescue or even suggest that I've gone too far.

    I do have a question for you though. Why did you decide to remove comp.sys.mac.advocacy from the newsgroups list? You only started doing that with your first reply to me on this thread. Is there a specific reason you didn't want to include that newsgroup with your reply?

    Should I be giving that newsgroup a much closer look then? Is there something there you don't want me to find? blocknews has a hell of a deal. 5gigs for two
    dollars. That will last me for years. <G> And the retention time is incredible.

    Just remember, Michael. You did ask for this.
    --
    It's impossible for someone who is at war with themselves to be at peace with you.
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