Apparently, people are becoming more like machines. Or we're relying on them much more than we should.

Case in point:

I just received an e-mail from Media Post (whom I trust and respect - which is why I enjoy subscribing to their newsletters) with the following opening paragraph:

While users of Really Simple Syndication are frequently considered early adapters, new data issued by Nielsen//NetRatings suggests that many who use RSS technology do so inadvertently.

Now, I'm not someone who considers herself a great writer. But I know the difference between adapters and adopters - pretty much right off the bat.

I found the title of the news note to be ironic, in light of their adapter/adopter faux pas:

RSS Users Newshounds, Not Tech Fiends

Now I know my sense of what's funny is warped, but I really got a chuckle at this obvious oversight. There is really something to be said about having someone edit your work - especially when it is meant to be broadcast to a bunch of marketers.