On Thu, 29 Jan 2004, Paul Hoffman / IMC wrote:
So, let me say it again: this list is about determining the needs in
new protocols, not fixing current ones.
To re-cast what is said above in terms appropriate for this list:
"the receiving user agents in the next-generation protocol should not
lose messages just because the user hasn't checked in a while".
Hi Paul,
I do think it is worth while identifying major problems with existing mail
protocols, as a point of reference. Is that appropriate for the list?