Computer labs usually don't have the sound turned up. I really don't see
why it is a bad idea to use what the majority of other GUI's use (a
cursor), other than it is a pain to code.

Waldo Bastian wrote:
> 
> On Tuesday 08 May 2001 08:12, Scott Manson wrote:
> > But let me play devils advocate here
> > Linux is a multi-tasking OS so starting an application the
> > box/machine/desktop is not really in a "busy" state I can
> > start a konsole and then start kmail or other program. If the mouse icon
> > turns to a busy icon; that to me means that the machine is busy and I have
> > to wait till the OS is ready for more input.
> 
> The busy cursor seems to be a recurring topic. The last three times it was
> discussed it wasn't a good idea and I don't think anything has changed since.
> 
> > I also dislike the notion of sound alerts;  a sound alert should be used to
> > get your attention for something that requires more information.
> 
> Instant feedback when you do something is usefull. A subtle sound when you
> select something would certainly be a usefull addition.
> 
> Cheers,
> Waldo
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