Well I've also stayed out of this so far, but here's my two small copper coins worth.

I'm more interested in what people have to say, than in the way they say it. Personally I don't care too much how people post (although all capital letters is hard to read, so I probably won't). Like many of us say, there may be all sorts of reasons why people write the way they do.

But like others here, I suspect, I'm much more impressed by well-written, correctly typed and spelt postings. I can't help it. It's the way I am. I used to teach effective writing, so I'm glad to see when people have writing skills and use them.

If people are interested enough, they will improve their writing skills. There are classes, books and tutoring available, the same as for musical skills. It's a useful life skill, being able to write well. It's one I would certainly recommend. But it's not often vital.

Les