Well, when I signed on in 1999 the user profile showed your e-mail address (if you gave it) so despite the superficial appearance of anonymity, it really wasn't so (if you wanted it) and it seemed the way of 'doing things'. I even recall congratulating someone on identifying me, when my e-mail was readily available! Now things have changed and it appears all of us with user names are trying to appear anonymous.
I've never said anything here I wouldn't say to anyone else in person but, by the same token, I can readily see that there are many who would not like their identities compromised. Indeed, it's got to be a bonus for this forum to have members who have genuine insight and knowledge of the industry, through their positions within it, and who give it but only on the basis of anonymity.
PS. thanks for the beers Vertalop: next ones are on me (whoever you are!!!)
Last edited by 212man; 22nd April 2006 at 00:15.