I agree. These threads that balloon out of all proportion are a real pain. I would like to see the discussion but haven't got time to wade throught the attitude. I'm afarid I tend when I log on to ignore any thread that has expanded enormously as I assume its mostly abuse.

Nick Mason
>>>Some people seem to get a bit edgy when someone challenges something in FoxPro, this >>then leads to friction, then a disagreement, followed by an argument.
>>> Kev
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>>>>Yes, it was to discuss the flexibility of databases with you. Thinking an idiot like >>>you could be capable of something that basic was my mistake. I admit that.
>>>> Mike
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>And then others are just plain hostile!
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>I think this type of response sucks!
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>I am trying to read through a thread that has some great underlying meaning to it and constantly have to "weed out" "heat-seeking-missle" responses from the knowledgeable and positive responses Mike, JVP, and others have submitted.
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>It is frustrating to me, and I am making a huge assumption that others feel the same way. I may not have the knowledge and/or confidence that others have to actively respond. I do, however, go through this forum several times a day to help increase my knowledge and understanding of VFP and other technologies available.
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>Can't the two of them flame each other using private emails instead?
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>Chris