The fundamental problem with vi is that it doesn't have a mouse and therefore you've got all these commands.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
It is formatted, and I'm tired of using vi. I get really bored.
I think one of the interesting things is that vi is really a mode-based editor.
I was surprised about vi going in, though, I didn't know it was in System V.
People sometimes ask me if it is a sin in the Church of Emacs to use vi. Using a free version of vi is not a sin; it is a penance. So happy hacking.
I used to help Viv with the chords and melodies sometimes.
That lack of programmability is probably what ultimately will doom vi. It can't extend its domain.
If you've got a good vibrato, you can get away with a lot.
People that really know me will tell you that I am not a video vixen.
I have discovered that there are two types of command interfaces in the world of computing: good interfaces and user interfaces.
I think the wonderful thing about vi is that it has such a good market share because we gave it away.