> It seems that no fileter will make us truly immune from SPAM, so for
> better or worse, here is my proposed spam-hunter (tm) clause:
>
> Purpose of the mailing list
>
> The primary purpose of this mailing list is the discussion of ongoing
> work to the Postgres database. Discussions of other databases,
> especially as they compare with Postgres are also 'on topic'. Any
> commercial postings including, but not limited to: Chain letters,
> Pyramid schemes, "Make Money Fast", direct marketing schemes, web site
> advertising, software advertising or any other type of advertising are
> considered unsolicited email (SPAM).
>
> These SPAM postings waste the time and resources of the volunteer
> Postgres developers. Therefore, in the interest of keeping the
> Postgres mailing list free SPAM, the Postgres organization will charge
> a fee of $50 per line for all such postings. In addition to the $50
> per line, fees may be charged for expenses related to collecting the
> fee, including, but not limited to: postage, detective services and
> collection services.
>
>
>
> I voulenteer myself as an Internet PI. I don't think it makes much
> sense to pay someone up-front to track down a spammer.
>
> So what does everyone think?
Sounds like a plan to me...be interesting to see what happens :)
