In a message dated 7/13/02 4:32:34 PM, bobnshar@SURFBEST.NET writes:

>Is it just me, or do you need to "sign up" in order to open up this article?
>They ask for date of birth, income, occupation, etc. in order to receive
>their "free" news articles.  I have a real problem with information like
>this being requested in order to receive information.

So do I. I also never read articles in the online version of the NY Times
because of this. I know there are "anonymous" users. I just refuse to use any
web service if I have to subscribe for its "free" content. I also dislike
online stores that require you to sign up first.

I prefer to do my shopping and figure out what the price will likely be
BEFORE I put in any information as to who I am.