Allright DoggyStyle first let me inform bigpoison (assuming he was talking to me) of the following: I do not have other accounts (although I'm guessing there are some people who would like to take credit for mine) and I don't appreciate the implication.
Doggy_Style I presume you want to hear of the items I said should not be allowed. Here are three:
1) I don't think members should be allowed to change their names ever; or acquire an old member's name. Granted there is the possibility some may leave the site and come back with a new name. Some of you who are reading this may think it a minor issue, however I believe the most cunning of the trolls can cause some serious problems simply by changing their names.
2) Multiple profiles/personalities should not be allowed or at the least: limited as much as possible. Of course you cannot prevent those who would be classified as clinically insane--or sociopaths, given the oppurtunity--from becoming members and the reason it should not be allowed or limited is basically due to this fact; there's a little more to it, but not much. I'm aware you cannot prevent someone who is really intent on having multiple profiles, yet I suspect there is some way to get better control over the current predicament.
3) No editing old posts; only deleting should be allowed. Or editing old posts should be extremely limited (and if so), those limitations clearly stated when a member attempts to do as much. The most cunning trolls have used this to serious advantage and I've noticed.
I have a couple more suggestions but they're not suitable to the forums. I am quite willing to hear anyone's opinion who agrees or objects to what I've said in this comment; however I think anyone who objects would be wise to provide a good explanation as to why?
1. I think you are only allowed one name change. I have already used mine since I hated my previous name. So obviously I think current policy is just fine.
2.I definetly agree with that, but I don't think it can work in practice. Multiple alias can cause all kinds of issues, but who can stop it?
3. Disagree, a picky person like me almost always goes back and fixes stupid mispellings and punctuation.
I get the feeling you obsess over these forums too much. Kick back, have fun. I have noticed you are very uptight. You are going to die before you hit 30 at that rate.
Why do you concern yourself so much with trolls. To put this much thought into it can't be good for you. Just ignore them and go on about your day.
The funny thing is, this is the reaction trolls want. You may as well put a troll target on your back.