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Master Betty Master Betty is offline
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Default Never post binary files to newsgroups that aren't meant for them


"David Nebenzahl" wrote in message
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On 4/1/2010 7:47 AM Master Betty spake thus:

Special Netiquette for Binaries Newsgroups
Special newsgroups, mainly the alt.binaries.* hierarchy, have been set
aside for traffic in binary files, such as MP3s and JPEGs. Because
binaries are so large, they can cause problems for some users and
networks. Always follow these simple rules:

1.. Never post binary files to newsgroups that aren't meant for them.
Many network systems will filter them out anyway.
2.. Some binaries newsgroups have a companion newsgroup for
discussions, file requests, FAQs, etc. For example, the newsgroup
alt.binaries.pictures.fine-art has a discussion board at
alt.binaries.pictures.fine-art.d. If you find such a group, use it for
non-binary posts.


Or you could just ignore what you just suggested.

Look, for chrissakes: the OP posted a little tiny GIF (7K if anyone is
wondering, smaller than some text posts I've seen). Everyone who responded
apparently saw it. Nobody was harmed by the inclusion of this image.

Don't sweat it is my advice.


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LOL...Was that you that posted one the last time? Thanks the unsolicited
advice.