I have a vague memory of the reputations system being discussed a short while back, and concerns being raised about possible abuse of anonymity.
At the time people said that the "rep" was likely to be used as a bit of fun, and that forum members were all responsible adults.
I would agree that there are many responsible adults on here - but sadly there are some who behave like vindictive children, and the anonymity allows them freedom to write poison pen letters with impunity.
I basically think if you wouldn't say something to someone's face, you shouldn't be given the opportunity to say it behind their back. Giving feedback anonymously depended on people behaving reasonably with that priviledge - sadly, some have shown that they are not able to handle that level of maturity.
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