If this will take them out of business, they are already dead.
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you know what i'm asking, why send all the image data, esp. in a protocol that basically requires duplication
It's the user's choice. They can add a link or add the image itself. It's not for me to decide.
i think its kinda irresponsible to do it under kind 1
If it is then people will reach the same conclusion that you did and stop using the feature. In the end, it's their choice.