I just created poll on how people like to communicate. Recently there was a discussion about which Eiffel mailing list to use. I'm wondering if people like mailing lists or would prefer something different altogether.

I personally prefer online forums to mailing lists as they have several advantages.

• My mail account doesn't get flooded with mails from mailing lists
• I can read and search old posts
• Easy signup, low barrier for new users
• If I post something, my mail address is not open on the internet for spammers

What do you think? What's your preferred way to have a discussion?