Re: Transient Mark Mode on by default

[M Jared Finder]

Richard Stallman wrote:
> The discussion about this major incompatible change
> should not be limited to the people on this list.

I have introduced *many* people to Emacs and within the first day, I 
always hear:

"How do I make Cut/Copy/Paste work like every other program?"
"How do I make highlighting work like every other program?"

I then tell them the answer (cua-mode), and 60% of the time they say, 
"Why isn't that the default, LIKE IN EVERY OTHER PROGRAM?"

By then, they're noticeably pissed off and already have a bad feeling 
about Emacs.  About 75% of the people I introduce Emacs to leave, and 
the only reason why is that cut/copy/paste and highlighting is very 
different.  Their experience is otherwise positive, but this awful first 
impression stays with them for the rest of their days.

If you want to keep users coming to Emacs to stay with Emacs, cua-mode 
should be on by default.

  -- MJF