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To: Ruffian who wrote (42130)	9/21/1999 10:31:00 PM
From: SpudFarmer	Respond to of 152472

Interesting read. The most hilarious part: <The problem," said Bob Miller, head of communications technology research for AT&T Labs, "is that military systems and commercial systems are very, very different." For one thing, civilians worry about costs.> No kidding!?! As long as there is tax $ to spend, you can count on the govt..How about the other thing, the equipment is reliable! Example: F-18, 8 tons of wire and electronic boxes. The thing wouldn't run out of fuel every hour if all that weight was reduced or eliminated. It would also be twice as fast, take off and landing reduced, maneuverability triple what it is today. Hmmmmm....(of course exaggerated) (Did you know you spell exaggerated like that? I didn't) OK all you top guns, extrapolate that one out a while. Well, I imagine someone already has. My, what a big word for such a simple farmer. You guys are rubbing off on me. Warning: Tomorrow I go on vacation. Last chance to take shots! In reality, you all have been kind, gracious, and patient. I know that this thread is looking for quality, and I am not up to snuff, but I do try to contribute what I can, a little humor(?) and levity, and a few screwy ideas every now and then. Q rocks, it is just a matter of time...