Ursula: I came to the Gnutella forums because I had one question. I post only one question on many other forums. I have seen many one-time posts here and elsewhere. To say that not-requiring registration makes it easier for people who just want to ask a single question is not "speaking for others." The fact that I stuck around has nothing to do with it.


As to stopping flames: I don't like people who insult other people. However, other than deleting spam, I am wholly against censorship. Especially in a forum for those 13+ years old, I don't see any reason to delete "flames" or profanity. Putting the power of censorship into the hands of Moderators or even putting it up to a community vote is to transfer responsiblity away from oneself; if you don't like what someone has to say, ignore it.

To disallow someone from speaking his or her opinions because he or she is acerbic is flirting with an abuse of power.