is dovecot really better than uw-imapd?

[J. Erik Hemdal]

> So why does everyone on this 
> list still 
> > append their contirbution?  Anyone know?  I find it a bit annoying.
> 
> > Marc
> 
>. . . . Alexander's post snipped here
> Alexander

Marc:

All emotions aside, this is a good question, and the answer has been
posted previously and eloquently on this list.  Some key reasons are
these:

1.  Editing replies to posts saves bandwidth for every member of the
list, many of whom pay dearly for their Internet access.
2.  Bottom-posting is easier for most readers when the discussion is
asynchronous and joined by many others.  It's easier because the
top-matter provides context for the reader.
3.  While top-posting is straightforward for individual daily
conversations (as at work), active members of this list maintain
anywhere from 20 to 50 conversations at one time over many days.
Bottom-posting helps frequent contributors to keep their conversations
in order.  This helps more people to get more help over time.

Net out:  When in Rome, do as the Romans.  Top-post at work if it's
required or it helps your boss.  Bottom-post here, since it is seen as
more polite; and since no one here is _required_ to answer your posts.

Erik