I think it is a simple question that warrants a simple answer.
If Matthew answered yes, then I'm more inclined to take his opinion at face value. If he said no, what he has written may be factually accurate, but it might suggest that it was written with a bias.
I have a Chromebook and I see nothing wrong with the facts in this post. But I must admit, Matthew's credibility is tarnished because he wouldn't say if he was using a Chromebook or not. It doesn't change the facts, but it makes me question the intent.
Simply answering no would have disarmed this argument for me, but now it comes across as deceptive by dodging the question.
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Re: Red herring?
Date: 2013-03-25 01:26 am (UTC)If Matthew answered yes, then I'm more inclined to take his opinion at face value. If he said no, what he has written may be factually accurate, but it might suggest that it was written with a bias.
I have a Chromebook and I see nothing wrong with the facts in this post. But I must admit, Matthew's credibility is tarnished because he wouldn't say if he was using a Chromebook or not. It doesn't change the facts, but it makes me question the intent.
Simply answering no would have disarmed this argument for me, but now it comes across as deceptive by dodging the question.