> I tend to think that Internet folks have overly exaggerated impressions of the risk profile associated with having basic biographical information available, b

> I tend to think that Internet folks have overly exaggerated impressions of the risk profile associated with having basic biographical information available, by the way. This is not a unique cross we have to bear -- every dentist, lawyer, McDonalds franchisee, etc has the same "problem." The vast majority are never targeted by the Internet hate machine. But, be careful of interpreting that as, "there is no risk." The internet hate machine does find a new victim on a regular basis and toy with their lives for its own amusement, it's just that probability is on your side thanks to the really large number of people on the internet. Small town politics can be a little nasty too, especially if you're a local business owner that makes the mistake of getting involved in it. But, your business probably doesn't depend very much on your reputation in town. (Mine does.)