thx for remembering that _Sky. we couldn't understand the hostile response we got for basically stating the same thing that January has reposted from the FAQ.

we were told to get over it by other members of the community. it hurt that ppl cared so little for those who aren't able to afford broadband or aren't in areas where broadband is available.

it comes down to common courtesy. there are features that members can use to ignore siggys and avatars. most updated browsers allow one to set which sites it does or does not allow graphics from.

thanks for the how-to on turning off graphics Fayerody. sometimes all it takes is someone listening to us, responding kindly and helping us out with a seemingly simple request.

glad that the community has grown more compassion for the MAJORITY of the Internet users on dial-up.

back on broadband but still freshly remembering the many, many months of dial up.....and posting accordingly with those guidelines in mind!
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