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Maybe it's just me (and tangential to boot), but it
seems remarkably patronizing to tell people to "ensure
that the password is correct." I cannot imagine that
anyone would type in a password *or anything else*
without making every effort to get it right. Am I just
too picky?
Eric
ejray -at- okway -dot- okstate -dot- edu
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Yes, you are being too picky, or else entering the thread too
late. The discussion is NOT about passwords but about
command statements. The example could just as easily been:
Ensure the [bizillion pound] component is securely fastened
to the overhead crane before releasing it from its
foundation. [and subsequently swinging it over your head!]
I wish you software documenters would realize that there is
more technology to write about than what's in that little box
on your desk.
