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Old 04-01-2009, 07:40 PM   #1
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why do we have the LQ Spy?

What's the point of the LQ Spy? I don't understand what I'm supposed to do with it. I found the "New Feature: LQ Spy" post by Jeremy, but am still confused.
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Old 04-01-2009, 07:42 PM   #2
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its just supposed to provide a real time view of what's being posted on the forum, kinda like a ticker of sorts
 
Old 04-01-2009, 07:42 PM   #3
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We have it because it's awesome. And I can see what people are posting in real time.
 
Old 04-01-2009, 07:46 PM   #4
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We have it because it's awesome.
agreed.
 
Old 04-02-2009, 12:16 PM   #5
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We have it because it's awesome. And I can see what people are posting in real time.
Why does one need to see in real time what people post?
 
Old 04-02-2009, 12:18 PM   #6
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It is an easy way to monitor a thread if you are helping someone in real time with an issue.



And it's awesome..lol
 
Old 04-02-2009, 12:19 PM   #7
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Well, I used it to find this post. It's reasonably useful, but usually more interesting than useful. Do you have an argument for why we shouldn't have it ?
 
Old 04-02-2009, 03:46 PM   #8
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Why does one need to see in real time what people post?
Because one will know what's goin' on in real time.
 
Old 04-02-2009, 07:05 PM   #9
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Well, I used it to find this post. It's reasonably useful, but usually more interesting than useful. Do you have an argument for why we shouldn't have it ?
No, not really. If it were a waste of time (which it evidently isn't), LQ's having the Non-NIX General forum indicates that LQ doesn't mind wasting members' time.

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It is an easy way to monitor a thread if you are helping someone in real time with an issue.
Thanks, Skinner--that's the best answer.
 
  


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