They're just responding to the market. The command line intimidates most folks. Even the CEO if IBM once said he couldn't see computers in people's homes. The graphical interface appeals to the masses.
Doesn't mean it's better, just easier, for the masses, that is. Jennifer Meyer -----Original Message----- From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of pritch Sent: Friday, August 12, 2011 4:59 PM To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG Subject: Re: ARS 7.6.04 -- Installers (in general) So if one company frustrates us, they all should? ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jennifer L Meyer" <jennifer.me...@nc.gov> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG Sent: Friday, August 12, 2011 4:57:18 PM Subject: Re: ARS 7.6.04 -- Installers (in general) Those command-line installs are really nice, but I think BMC is moving toward GUI-based installers to look and feel more like MicroSnark products for those unfamiliar with command-line environments. Jennifer Meyer -----Original Message----- From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of pritch Sent: Friday, August 12, 2011 4:52 PM To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG Subject: Re: ARS 7.6.04 -- Installers (in general) ________________________________ E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties by an authorized state official. _______________________________________________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE or access ARSlist Archives at www.arslist.org attend wwrug11 www.wwrug.com ARSList: "Where the Answers Are"
