15 Jun
2006
15 Jun
'06
8:02 p.m.
ironic, isn't it? for me, a library is a place where books that normally cost money can be borrowed for free. but with this, a library is becoming a place that pays for books that are free.
You must be new to this Internet thing ;) Joking aside, lots of common terms that we are used to are being redefined to mean precisely the exact opposite. "Free membership" (just enter your credit card number or user name here), or "Download these titles now" (as soon as we receive them in stock; 4-6 weeks minimum). Oh, and my favorite recent one... "Net Neutrality". The irony with the Doublespeak never ceases to amaze me. David A. Desrosiers desrod@gnu-designs.com http://gnu-designs.com