If it works, don't fix it?

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From: Alan Talbot
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 1996 00:00

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We look after several networks, mostly novell. My boss's approach to
applying patches and fixes is "If it works, dont fix it", and he
doesn't believe in applying any unless they are to cure specific
problems with a particular network. His argument is that the patches
can introduce further problems and you risk screwing up a working
network by altering it.

I'm not entirely convinced by this argument and I would be
interested to hear what others think. 

regards,

Alan.

Alan Talbot,  Support Engineer          Phone +44 (0)171 371 8889
CJG Consultants Ltd.,                   Fax   +44 (0)171 371 9998
Phoenix House,  Fulham High Street      home  +44 {0}171 221 6738     
London SW6 3LF

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From: alan@cjg2.win-uk.net (Alan Talbot)
Subject: If it works, don't fix it?
Date: 1996/07/26
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