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I'll do Java frequently, but ActiveX never. Java at least needs a hole
before it can attack me. ActiveX is designed to let the bad guys in
(though it's true it'll give you a name to yell at later, after the fact).
I comment to the developers or companies only rarely--
I assume that if they're not willing to accommodate my
needs, my browser, my settings, my software, and my
preferences, they'll also not entertain my feedback. So
I don't bother.
This is a distressingly common attitude among webmasters. Tell them you
can't read their sites, and 7 out of 10 will answer, "Tough!" or words to
that effect.
Have fun,
Arlen
Chief Managing Director In Charge, Department of Redundancy Department
DNRC 224
Arlen -dot- P -dot- Walker -at- JCI -dot- Com
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In God we trust; all others must provide data.
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Opinions expressed are mine and mine alone.
If JCI had an opinion on this, they'd hire someone else to deliver it.
