There's nothing wrong with saying something is crap, if it is actually that, and if there isn't really an individual on the other side. Generally, it's probabl

There's nothing wrong with saying something is crap, if it is actually that, and if there isn't really an individual on the other side. Generally, it's probably not a good idea to use such language with an individual. But if it's 'not good' - you can say that. But finally there's no reason to demean individuals arbitrarily. This discussion is wayward: it's not about groups, minorities or being PC ... it's really just about being 'honest' vs. 'being sensitive'. Some people perceive some honest remarks as insensitive, while others perceive 'politically sensitive' remarks as dishonest, and therefore a little offensive. Personally I'm in the 'candid' camp, but I don't mind people who are a little indirect with the intention of being nice. This has nothing to do with arbitrary douchebaggery - there's never any reason for that. Ok - maybe you scan scream at a big, faceless corporation now and again, but not individuals. I think there's too much intellectualize of this subject and so many are missing the point. You can be candid or sensitive, that should be your choice. But you can't be an arbitrary jerk. If Linus wants to be candid at the cost of not being well received, then fine. But he shouldn't be attacking people.