Evolution of things digital and whatnot

[lemasquegris]

I must be the only one who remembers bad store clerks, snotty bitter librarians, rip-off leaning comic & small book stores, useless staff at record shops, music gear shops, & psychedelic/magical store fronts & other goods & service centers that seemed to have a been a magnet for people whose sole purpose was to flaunt the power they had over

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[siphet]

instead of an urge to debate some of your points, i'm instead moved to acknowledge those that stand out for me. some which raised my ire, others which are well raised

[meliny]

I read this, kinda nodding my way through, yet not too sure I really did foresee any of it. Then I spent a full day running errands. The temperature was about 95F and I was in and out of the car and several store. That was ok, though, because i came home feeling fulfilled and ready to go back to work soon. Then, as I was putting groceries away, I noticed the red light of the refrigerator water filter come on. Damn it! Would I make another trip out to pay $50 for the filter at the local appliance store where the people are helpful and wonderful if you're buying appliances (and only if you're buying appliances!) or would I buy the filter for $35 on Amazon.com?

Yes, I have to admit, I have a soft spot for low prices, doorstep delivery, and the ability to make a simple purchase without dealing with salespeople who feel the need to question me ad nauseum and upsell me.