A way to convert money into noise.
... and jobs, and entertainment for many who pay, in doing so support a local economy, and technological improvements, and other benefits I'm sure....
Oh yeah, and give rise to many interesting and informative discussions (both in success, and unfortunate failure), some of which are intruded by persons offering no value or interest whatsoever, just foul drivel!
I'm sure there is great sadness with many people about this. Words like "kill" and "hateful" do nothing to help anyone get past this sadness. Perhaps deSitter should only type into computers which are not operating at the time....
On the positive side, I'm learning lots about control and stability! Thanks everyone else......