On Sat, 25 Aug 2007 11:02:42 -0600, Donald wrote:

Maybe top posting is a function of being able to keep track of whats
going on and less then having any respondent follow "net rules"

NO. It's a matter of respect.

You disrespect us by flouting convention. And it's not a "rule", it's
simply the way civilized people behave on USENET.
http://www.caliburn.nl/topposting.html

Thanks,
Rich