Hey, you're that guy who always warns us about Google like we're all idiots.
If it's optional I don't see the problem. Some people are not capable using a keyboard and a mouse, for example. Let's not let our paranoia ruin it for them.
Others of us would simply like to kick back and surf the web without reaching for the keyboard or mouse.
As for not working offline, I usually prefer to be online when I'm surfing the web anyway.
No, it's just the standard comment made on HN. It probably doesn't represent the population in general and it doesn't add anything to the conversation.
If it's optional I don't see the problem. Some people are not capable using a keyboard and a mouse, for example. Let's not let our paranoia ruin it for them.
Others of us would simply like to kick back and surf the web without reaching for the keyboard or mouse.
As for not working offline, I usually prefer to be online when I'm surfing the web anyway.