RE: Use of acronyms (was RE: purl.net/net/cp)

Don Osborn wrote,

> First, use of abbreviations and acronyms is a shortcut or 
> convenience, which becomes especially useful when one is hurried, 
> or just to avoid typing out longer phrases. 

It's true that these may be a shortcut or convenience for the 
one employing them.  Often, though, they are a time-consuming 
minor annoyance for people who are trying to read the posts 
containing them.  That's the point Philippe Verdy made in his
original post.

Your letter (self-described as a "sermon") is well taken.  We
should all use discretion and thoughtfulness in using abbreviations,
especially in an international forum.

Best regards,

James Kass