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Re: Misconceptions about my floppy argument



On Wed, 21 Dec 2005 17:57:02 -0800, Bible John
<john.doggett@x-files.gov> wrote:

>I have been reading the previous thread that I started and there has 
>been some misunderstandings.  I apologize for my lack of communication.  
>
>I DO USE a 256MB USB flash drive, and I do use my ibooks CD-R drive to 
>burn CD's.  I would never in a million years use a floppy over a CD for 
>permanent storage. 
>
>I also have a Zip drive but its rarely used anymore.  I only bought it 
>for compatibility with my 20+ zip disks from my older computing days, 
>which was long before the Internet, wifi, CD burners, or flash drives 
>ever arrived. 
>
>LISTEN CAREFULLY
>
>I DO USE FLOPPIES for my resumes when I go to certain unemployment 
>centers and temp agencies.  Like today I was in a temp agency and handed 
>the clerk my resume on a floppy which she printed. 
>
>HER PC DID NOT HAVE A USB PORT NOR A CD BURNER!!  It appeared that her 
>machine was very old. 
>
>If you do not understand the economy of my area and why its so tough to 
>find work then you need to do some research.  I do not want to sound 
>like Weatherly so please forgive me.  I am not trying to be difficult, 
>just honest. 
>
>
>
>John

John,

Okay.  It is good that you are trying to be honest.  But why should we
care about your lifestyle or your personal problems?

.....
BB
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