Timely and cogent as always.
("ad hominem" and "cogent". $3 words for an operator
My 2pf,
Let's face it: there ARE some posters, who for whatever reason just become annoying.
I've found the best answer to be, grit your teeth and answer the question to the best of your ability.
I know some folks here REALLY do some research to answer questions. A simple "thank you" for the answer, whether it's the one you wanted or not, goes a long way.