GoKawiilCommenter calls Robert X Cringely's Mineserver reporting empty clickbait
A forum comment responds to a piece about the 'Mineserver debacle,' arguing that writer Robert X Cringely never had credibility to lose. The commenter accuses Cringely and John C. Dvorak of producing clickbait headlines attached to substance-free commentary rather than genuine technical insight.
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This is an opinion reaction rather than new reporting, reflecting a long-running debate among tech readers about which commentators can be trusted for credible analysis. It suggests some in the tech community view certain prominent tech pundits as performing confidence rather than offering expertise, though this remains a subjective judgment rather than an established fact.
- A forum commenter disputes the premise that Cringely 'destroyed' his credibility, saying he had none to begin with.
- The comment ties into a broader critique of tech punditry, naming John C. Dvorak alongside Cringely.
- The post is a reaction to an original piece about a 'Mineserver debacle,' not a primary news report.
Source: jeremyreimer.com, 2026-10-04
Published there as: “The cost of lies: A Mineserver story”
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