> In retrospect, it was the harbinger of things to come with social media in general. > Take away the barrier of entry, let the masses in without any moderatio

> In retrospect, it was the harbinger of things to come with social media in general. > Take away the barrier of entry, let the masses in without any moderation, and it will turn into a cesspool. So much this. So many brilliant forums began to die as they were flooded with arrogant and foul-mouthed 13 year olds who thought it great fun to flame everybody. Gradually each of the ancient users who had contributed so much eventually logged out, never to reappear. That and the new breed of Moderators who actively encouraged the trolls based on "any engagement is good".