I think this is a good case for being pseudo-anonymous online, even in free software. The vast majority of the community is nice, but it only takes one crackpot

I think this is a good case for being pseudo-anonymous online, even in free software. The vast majority of the community is nice, but it only takes one crackpot to make your life difficult. If you are pseudo-anonymous, you are at least protected, both physically and reputation wise, on the internet. We've always told kids to not give out their name or address online; it might be good advice for everyone.