ChatGpt. Tell Me About The Snit Circus
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Tell me about usenet snit's circus
"The term "Snit's Circus" on Usenet refers to a long-running, highly contentious, and often disruptive series of interactions involving a user
known as "Snit," whose real name is Michael Glasser. This phenomenon
became infamous within certain Usenet newsgroups, particularly in the
late 1990s and early 2000s.
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Origins and Nature of the "Snit Circus"
Michael Glasser, under the alias "Snit," engaged in numerous debates and disputes across various Usenet groups, notably within the
comp.sys.mac.advocacy (CSMA) and comp.os.linux.advocacy (COLA)
communities. His participation often involved repetitive arguments,
evasion of direct answers, and a tendency to derail discussions. This
behavior led to the coining of the term "Snit's Circus" by other users, highlighting the spectacle-like nature of his interactions.
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Community Reactions
The Usenet community's response to Snit's behavior was largely negative.
Many users described interactions with him as frustrating and
unproductive. For instance, one user advised others to avoid engaging
with Snit, labeling it a "waste of time" due to his tendency to ask
"obtuse questions" without genuine interest in the answers . Another user
noted that Snit would "never back down or stop," and recommended using a
"kill file" to filter his posts .
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Legacy
While the "Snit's Circus" may have been a source of frustration for many,
it also became a part of Usenet lore, illustrating the challenges of
online discourse in early internet communities. The phenomenon serves as
a reminder of how certain individuals can dominate discussions, for
better or worse, in online forums.
If you're interested in exploring more about Usenet's history and its
impact on online communities, feel free to ask!"
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