PS> There are, however, some important reasons why a lot of
PS> companies selectively distribute their Email addresses.
PS> One of these reasons (that I personally have many hours
PS> of experience with), is Junk Email.
Maybe, but the companies that I've mentioned are ones that are
asking for feedback...they want people to write to them.
PS> If I get a flyer or brochure in my mailbox, it does'nt cost
PS> me anything to toss it in the trash. It's only costing the
PS> company who sent it. I have to pay for my Email service
PS> only to have 10-20+ junk messages per day.
PS> I think it compares to Junk Faxes.
But in that case you are paying for the mailbox, you're not
paying for each email you receive.
A better comparison is paying for a phone line, and putting up
with the telemarketing calls and wrong numbers.
As well, a lot of Web accounts come with email included...that way
you can put a hotlink in your web page to receive feedback or
orders.
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