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So, technically, they probably meant: "unauthorized modification of a security-related system, device or process in order to gain unauthorized access". This b
by Verdex 4y ago
So, technically, they probably meant: "unauthorized modification of a security-related system, device or process in order to gain unauthorized access". This being the jargon definition for 'compromised'. You probably should have instead posted something like: "You probably should have instead posted something like: compromised instead of comprised".
Now, I know what you're thinking: "Yeah, the definition of 'compromised' is what I meant when I said 'You mean "compromised"?'. Why do you have to be so pedantic?"
Perhaps you are correct. Maybe it's better to not correct people on the internet when what they were saying is technically incorrect, but otherwise understandable.
- theandrewbailey 4y agoI'm genuinely grateful that the previous comment asked if I meant 'compromised'. Short, simple, and to the point. I do not read any bad intent into that comment, and point-outs like those seem to be protocol for HN.
- Verdex 4y agoPerhaps you are correct. Maybe it's better to not correct people on the internet when what they were saying is technically incorrect, but otherwise understandable.
- jaywalk 4y agoI think most people appreciate typos being pointed out to them politely. Maybe it's better to not tell people they shouldn't help others.