MLL computer etiquette
Mar 12, 2003 | 3:36 pm
#1
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MLL computer etiquette
I have finally got to a computer in the MLL YYZ after waiting quite a while.
The problem is that some people occupy the locations of the computers to do other things, like use their own laptops or talk on the phone. This is a strict no-no and as I sit here there are 2 terminals inaccessible now due to such inconsiderate people.
I was about to ask one of the AC staff to speak to these individuals as I do not wish to get into a disagreement with them, when one just came available. Is this the right thing to do?
The problem is that some people occupy the locations of the computers to do other things, like use their own laptops or talk on the phone. This is a strict no-no and as I sit here there are 2 terminals inaccessible now due to such inconsiderate people.
I was about to ask one of the AC staff to speak to these individuals as I do not wish to get into a disagreement with them, when one just came available. Is this the right thing to do?
Mar 12, 2003 | 4:18 pm
#2
Join Date: Feb 2000
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Agree 100% although I usually very politely inquire if they plan to use the terminal staring at them in the face and if not could they please relocate. This even happened in the Concorde room at LHR.
Mar 12, 2003 | 4:24 pm
#4
Join Date: Feb 2003
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Its like this at a lot of public places. Even when I am at the library looking for the latest plane/car magazine I check my email there even though I have a good comp at home. Terminals @ MLLs and for example librarys are for work/email/research, not for playing games or chatting with your friends.
Mar 12, 2003 | 4:40 pm
#5
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One thing that bugs me the most is onboard - those who take their laptop out as soon as the plane is over 100 ft off the ground. Then when the FA comes around to set up their table for meal service, they just wouldn't cease and make the FA work around them. A lot of times it just ends with the pax spilling the wine all over the place. Best of all - they are playing games on their computer.