On Sunday 16 February 2003 10:31, Sean Rima wrote:
I have to admit that I am not a GUI man, I prefer the console, therefore it is possible to view what is going on better. I think that development will occur, maybe slower than the Windows platform but then we have better choice :)
My question to you is this: Operating from the console, in an office environment, how do you: a) write formatted documents such that other people with MSWord (or similar) can read and edit them -- reports, procedures, specifications, proposals, etc. b) read, revise, update such documents that you receive from co-workers c) read/create/edit spreadsheets and forecasts from/with your co-workers d) get (and respond to/accept/decline/edit) meeting invitations and other activities that are handled via MS Exchange (or equivalent) scheduling software e) read or edit/update powerpoint (or other presentation app) presentations f) use your employer's chosen Configuration Management and bug-tracking system (like Rational ClearCase and ClearQuest) g) deal with the various company-internal web-based forms for everything from Help-Desk requests to travel-expense re-imbursement, to purchase requisitions (for new equipment, consumables, etc.) h) run the company accounting software for accounts-payable, accounts-receivable, etc. i) research price, features, availability of parts that your company needs (this would be the purchasing department) j) draw (2D, 2.5D and 3D) the drawings for hardware that your company produces. well, you get the idea, I'm sure...?? Those are the kinds of things that the majority of computer users need to do. Every day. Many times per day. Without the OS or the various layers getting in the way. /kevin