Re: putting an alias in my tnsnames for a change to report server

Paul Brewer wrote:
>
> Hi, Sean.
>
> I think this is a little harsh on Martin. He didn't steal the car, or booby
> trap it. He called across to the car owner: "Hey buddy, you left your door
> unlocked!". Buddy replied: "No it's OK, I moved the car". Martin said "You
> didn't, you know; it's still in the same place and you'd better lock it
> quickly; this neighbourhood is not too safe. If you don't believe me, check
> the radio; I didn't damage anything but I changed the station to prove it to
> you".

Mostly I agree, except in this case, the guy who left the car unlocked doesn't own the car. He just borrowed it from his Dad (the US Military, in this admittedly strained analogy). And Dad is fussy about his upolstery - he doesn't want any strangers getting inside and mucking around, even if they mean no harm. I think Martin's intentions were sound, but I don't think it was a very smart move on his part given the current climate. I wasn't trying to be harsh; I was just pointing out that Dad (Uncle Sam) might not take too kindly to the activity.  

> If I left my car unlocked in a dangerous neighbourhood, and someone said
> that to me, I'd thank them (and lock it PDQ). Wouldn't you?

Probably, but I'm not sure the police would see it the same way if you were caught in the act. "But I was just trying to help." "Yeah, tell it to the judge." I'm not saying I agree with that mentality, but it does seem to be the prevailing one nowadays.  

> P.S. Please accept my apologies for the English spelling of neighborhood :o)

Different flavours for each, eh?

Regards,
Sean Received on Sat Jul 13 2002 - 14:31:53 CDT