Re: Emacs learning curve

[Alfred M. Szmidt]

   > Advanced users should have no problem adding a single line to their
   > .emacs to switch on the compatibility mode
   > e.g. (enable-classic-bindings) and new users would enjoy the familiar
   > CUA-style bindings out of the box.

   I side with Tom, I wouldn't mind adding one line to my .emacs in favor
   of easing new users experience.

There is absolutley no proof that CUA would 'ease' a new users
experience; there is proof that it would make make the experience
harder for all who are accustomed to emacs though.