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I just purchased 1.7 today, this is an unexpected bonus. :)

• qubex 9y ago
  What's the point with deliberately voting down my statement? I was just rejoicing. I was already happy with 1.7 and 1.8 is even better. How on earth does demand retribution??
  • mikestew 9y ago
    First, just ignore downvotes, as trying to find rhyme or reason is the road to insanity. You’ve got enough points to cease giving a shit. And on mobile, mistakes still happen ‘cuz those buttons are still pretty damned small. But if I had to guess, “doesn’t contribute to the conversation in a meaningful way”. Not that I agree, so have an upvote.
    • qubex 9y ago
      Thanks for your reply too. Yesterday I had a bizarre run-in with another person I inadvertently offended (apparently), so I’ve become hypersensitive to the prospect of being rude and/or upsetting people.
  • andrewbinstock 9y ago
    It's not retribution. IMHO, it's a response to posting something that does not advance the conversation. Nobody gains any knowledge about the product or the market niche by knowing that you're rejoicing. While this might not seem welcoming to your comment, the policy keeps HN on track as a forum of high-quality conversations. Given your good karma numbers and your comment history, you've contributed many of helpful comments and insights in the past. Thanks!
    • qubex 9y ago
      That’s a very clear, concise, and now that I think of it, condivisibile explanation. You’re right about staying on topic. Thanks for the levelheaded response, I really appreciate it.