The problem is Guest, Guest of 4:41am is that anyone posting as Guest, even with another handle attached can be imitated by another Guest or member.

But you being a member will of course know that. You will also know that members posing as guests are also open to the same avenue of misrepresenation. I could, for instance, sign out and post as Guest, Guest saying 'I am a troll, please ignore everything I say'. But I will not. If I have anything to say I do it as myself.

As to the question as to what a troll is. Well, where do I start. Generaly a troll is someone who will post inflamatory or even defamatory remarks just to get a reaction. They say things like "I think it will be quite a time before I post or read mudcat again" just for effect. Not that I am accusing you of that at all:-)

No-one knows who they are are. They do it for their own pleasure. A sort of Forum wanking. They generaly perform a really good service because they provide a channel, for us who live in the real world and have a real life, to help enrich their otherwise sad and dreary lives. It helps us feel good.

Don't think I am getting at you in any way. I believe every word you say. You are a member, not a troll. It must be true because you say so. I would also guess by the time of your posting that you are in the UK so in answer to your initial posting - Go to the Citizens Advice Beureau (sp?). They are free, confidential and have no trolls...

Hope this helps

Cheers

Dave the Gnome