I guess that some of the debate may be coming from peoples personal definition of "anonymous". Some people use handles that are not their given names, but post respectfully, and others are posting nasty messages while hiding behind guest names (Trolls).

The intent makes all the difference in my mind.

And Lox, you have many good points. Being anonymous from work does not inhibit the boss from monitoring your internet useage. I may be very naive here, and may be giving more benefit of doubt than is deserved, but I think that, as a new person here at the Cat, I am also being cut a great deal of slack by the long timers (for which I am very grateful). And I think the world would be a nicer place if there were more grace and good will, like in the "To those that think my arse..." thread.