Problem-Solution Debates

Commenters argue over whether discussed problems have viable solutions, frequently demanding proposals from those who complain or asserting that no perfect fixes exist.

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oluwie Dec 31, 2015 View on HN

Mehh, I'd rather have an article that details solutions, not just scream that there's a problem.

shiroiushi Sep 30, 2024 View on HN

What's wrong with that? It's not like anyone has any more feasible solutions to these problems.

inkeddeveloper Mar 5, 2020 View on HN

They are a solution looking for a problem and we all know that doesn't work.

mdwrigh2 Sep 6, 2012 View on HN

What would you suggest as a solution? This isn't to suggest it isn't a problem, just that not all problems have viable solutions.

cimmanom Feb 16, 2018 View on HN

It's disappointing that so many comments in this discussion are trying to explain away the problem rather than to come up with a solution for it.

adastra22 Feb 5, 2024 View on HN

I wish people wouldn't parrot the "it's not a solved problem" line. There are an abundance of solutions: take your pick.

a_t48 Jul 24, 2017 View on HN

"No perfect solution has been proposed." might be more accurate.

andsoitis Jul 21, 2025 View on HN

People are debating different solutions, with different problems being advanced that need solving. You make it sound like you have a solution and that it is straight forward.So, what is it? OR perhaps you are actually saying that things are (largely) working well, so there's no major course adjustment necessary.

Hikikomori Sep 11, 2025 View on HN

I think we're suggesting that his solution isn't really a solution.

abraininavat Feb 13, 2013 View on HN

You have lots of complaints, but you present no solutions. Not even a hint of one.