Editor in Chief Bill | 15 Jul 2008 12:25 p.m. PST |
Should a member's Profile page list not only his current name, but his former names (if he's had more than one name on the current account)? |
Yonderboy | 15 Jul 2008 12:27 p.m. PST |
That might not be bad. I changed my screen name once and wouldn't have minded if my former name was listed somewhere. |
Steve Hazuka | 15 Jul 2008 12:29 p.m. PST |
would this be retroactive or only currently? and if I stifle member XXX and he changes his name does the stifle reflect that also? |
Cpt Arexu | 15 Jul 2008 12:31 p.m. PST |
Yes, certainly, only then will the OFM's complete Rollcall of Shame be known. Plus we'll find out how many aliases Mexican Jack Squint has here on TMP. |
BrigadeGames | 15 Jul 2008 12:32 p.m. PST |
Unless all previous posts are renamed upon changing one's name I would say a list would be useful. |
Editor in Chief Bill | 15 Jul 2008 12:42 p.m. PST |
and if I stifle member XXX and he changes his name does the stifle reflect that also? Yes Unless all previous posts are renamed upon changing one's name
They are – they are tied to the account, not the name on the account. would this be retroactive or only currently? Not sure what you mean |
15th Hussar | 15 Jul 2008 12:46 p.m. PST |
It would be very useful
I avoid some people around here like they're carrying the plague and I'd like to know who there are/were. (Dusty 103 comes to mind with much quickness) Plus we'll find out how many aliases Mexican Jack Squint has here on TMP. Captain A: I hear he once had a stage name of Tiajuana Jack Squirt. |
DontFearDareaper | 15 Jul 2008 12:47 p.m. PST |
Not a bad idea if its not too much trouble for you to do. I rarely look at another members profile myself and when I do its usually to see if I know who the person is in RL. Dave |
CPT Jake | 15 Jul 2008 1:06 p.m. PST |
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CPBelt | 15 Jul 2008 1:09 p.m. PST |
No. The paranoia of this forum is getting a bit too much. |
SMPress | 15 Jul 2008 1:15 p.m. PST |
I wouldnt have a problem with it. I chaged mine once
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RobH | 15 Jul 2008 1:22 p.m. PST |
No, preserve the anonymity. I look at it as a case of nobody really cares so why make work. If you have time to spare and are looking for something to do
..how about an edit function? |
Wyatt the Odd | 15 Jul 2008 1:28 p.m. PST |
It would be useful only in the sense of looking for a post by someone who had since changed their handle. Fortunately, I kept my PM's because the person for whom I was holding some miniatures changed his name and if I didn't have the PM, I wouldn't have been able to get him his figs. An edit function would be nice, but I understand the complexities involved on keeping a "paper trail." But with the overly contentious posts now being centered on Napoleonics, the time may have come to implement it – or not. Wyatt |
The Tin Dictator | 15 Jul 2008 1:37 p.m. PST |
No. The paranoia of this forum is getting a bit too much.
Shhhh
. They're watching
.and waiting. |
Ditto Tango 2 1 | 15 Jul 2008 1:52 p.m. PST |
No. I changed my name once because I had used my real name and didn't want it showing up in Google searches. CPBelt has it right – the paranoia here is frightening. What is it, people here want to control others so much as to be able to track them, like the spoor of some wild animal? -- Tim |
lugal hdan | 15 Jul 2008 1:55 p.m. PST |
I think it's a good idea. Maybe you could whack old names by request to help out members in Ditto Bird's shoes. |
lugal hdan | 15 Jul 2008 1:56 p.m. PST |
BTW – not paranoia, I just wouldn't mind knowing if the hombre I'm reading is someone I already know or not. |
streetline | 15 Jul 2008 2:03 p.m. PST |
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nazrat | 15 Jul 2008 2:03 p.m. PST |
Absolutely yes. I hate it when somebody I like (or even dislike) changes their handle and starts anew. I think it's a great idea and I really don't understand why the cries of paranoia. That's rather silly. |
John the OFM | 15 Jul 2008 2:09 p.m. PST |
Amen, Nazrat. I am all in favor of police blotters, too. |
runs with scissors | 15 Jul 2008 2:39 p.m. PST |
Why not? I changed my username (from neubauten) because I thought people ignored me because they mistook me for being German. Scientific tests have now proven that they ignore me for being boring and/or irritating. You live and learn. |
anleiher | 15 Jul 2008 2:52 p.m. PST |
I vote no. While I have only used one pseudonym I have no problem with anyone else's multi personalities. |
aecurtis | 15 Jul 2008 2:56 p.m. PST |
Why not? The "no fly" lists document multiple aliases. This would just provide better security for the TMP Homeland. Allen |
Wyatt the Odd | 15 Jul 2008 3:03 p.m. PST |
Ditto has a good point – but that gives us the perfect solution. Let "show previous names" be a selectable option on their profile management. Wyatt |
CaptMors | 15 Jul 2008 3:18 p.m. PST |
Ive changed my name recently, wouldnt worry me
.but then I never really say anthing too controversial, though I notice ive been stifled recently! |
Capt John Miller | 15 Jul 2008 3:22 p.m. PST |
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Lentulus | 15 Jul 2008 3:39 p.m. PST |
As long as it were with warning and go-forward, sure. That would address concerns such as ditto-bird's while exposing pestulant chamelions when they re-occur. |
vtsaogames | 15 Jul 2008 3:41 p.m. PST |
Never changed my handle, don't much care. |
the Gorb | 15 Jul 2008 4:33 p.m. PST |
So you could build a list of aliases? Example: I go by "the Gorb" then I change to "aka Left Hand Miniatures" then go back to "the Gorb" anyone who checks my profile page would see both. Could you use it to "reserve" alternate names so no one else could use them? Regards, the Gorb |
Jlundberg | 15 Jul 2008 4:45 p.m. PST |
Sounds good to me, as long as you give people the opportunity to suppress a real name |
Flashman14 | 15 Jul 2008 4:49 p.m. PST |
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Cosmic Reset | 15 Jul 2008 6:46 p.m. PST |
I'd like it, but it probably would defeat the purpose of those changing their names. |
Lentulus | 15 Jul 2008 6:51 p.m. PST |
I can understand why people hide their real identity (no-one thinks my name is really Lentulus, right?) but hiding your assumed identity is either (1) an ammusing commentary, in which case why erase the record of your wit or (2) a way to get up to no good. |
McKinstry | 15 Jul 2008 8:41 p.m. PST |
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Gungnir | 15 Jul 2008 10:13 p.m. PST |
Yes, please. I get confused easily, and often. |
Topkick890 | 15 Jul 2008 11:46 p.m. PST |
No part of the fun of this place used to be guessing who Sam was each week. |
Sane Max | 16 Jul 2008 2:17 a.m. PST |
The idea reflects the assumption that this forum has any significance, that what we say here is important, and that the people we hate on here are some reflection of reality. No, I don't give a monkeys, and it will just upset people. Pat |
Bandolier | 16 Jul 2008 3:08 a.m. PST |
Not really fussed but it could be useful to know who's changed monikers if I haven't checked in for a couple of weeks. |
moonhippie3 | 16 Jul 2008 5:11 a.m. PST |
I have a bad habit of forgetting my password, after moving to a new address and phone number. This is why I am moonhippie3. There was a moonhippie, moonhippie1, and moonhippie2. I think my profile still reads moonhippie2 even though that email would go to the evil red headed witch and her spoiled child. |
Klebert L Hall | 16 Jul 2008 7:54 a.m. PST |
Yes. Of course, if I ran a forum, I'd require real names. -Kle. |
Connard Sage | 16 Jul 2008 8:41 a.m. PST |
I used to be kawasaki. It hasn't made much difference
Yes.Of course, if I ran a forum, I'd require real names. -Kle. Ah, that old chestnut, and you would know that someone had submitted their real name
how? |
CPBelt | 16 Jul 2008 8:53 a.m. PST |
Ah, that old chestnut, and you would know that someone had submitted their real name
how? The same way porn sites know if you're over 18
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Beowulf | 16 Jul 2008 9:57 a.m. PST |
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Steve Johnson | 16 Jul 2008 9:59 a.m. PST |
I don't have a problem with it. I changed my screen name once, bsck when the debate about internet anominity started. Steve |
Klebert L Hall | 16 Jul 2008 12:49 p.m. PST |
Ah, that old chestnut, and you would know that someone had submitted their real name
how? Well, if it was V0ltr0nRules123, that would be a hint that it wasn't. Other than that, I'd have to rely on their honor, or lack thereof. -Kle. |
pphalen | 16 Jul 2008 8:02 p.m. PST |
Well, if it was V0ltr0nRules123, that would be a hint that it wasn't. OR, could just be a Hollywood offsrping
Love and Kisses, Moon Unit Zappa |
Topkick890 | 16 Jul 2008 9:15 p.m. PST |
Kle - How is my not wanting to put my name on the internet a reason to besmirch my honor? |
Klebert L Hall | 17 Jul 2008 11:45 a.m. PST |
Kle -How is my not wanting to put my name on the internet a reason to besmirch my honor? It isn't. However, if you joined a message board where the rule was specifically stated that you're supposed to use your real name, and you instead created a false name that might pass as real, that would be a reason to besmirtch your honor. here we go with me offending people, now. My problem with "handles" is that there are very few valid reasons to use a false name. In general, it is a sign of a scoundrel, a coward, or an immature person. On the internet, it's very often a result of following a trend set by 12-year-olds who thought they were 1337 haxx0rs, back in the day. In practice, it's basically a matter of first impressions – eventually, if I frequent a website I will learn some of the habits of the posters with false names. However, I will generally take someone more seriously at first if they are apparently using their real name. Look at it this way: at a business meeting, who are you more likely to trust – the guy who introduces himself, and tells you about himself in an attempt to find common acquaintances, or the "mysterious stranger" who's dressed up like Zorro? Which one of those people would you be more likely to accept a ride from if your car broke down? I also find that real names lead to more polite behavior on the internet, and it tells me that people are willing to stand up for what they say. I always use my real name, and it would be pretty trivial for someone to find where I live, and take up a dispute personally. What can I say, I'm old-fashioned. -Kle. |
Ditto Tango 2 1 | 17 Jul 2008 5:56 p.m. PST |
I used to be kawasaki. It hasn't made much difference Really? Wow. I think there was a difference to your behaviour. I recall Kawasaki to have been a respectable chap as opposed to someone who sometimes seems to enjoy taking nasty and cheap unnecessary shots cleverly disguised so as not to be construed as personal insults which is usually the intent. But there you go. Your surprising (to me) example (the name change, not the behaviour thing) changed my mind. I'd agree with it, but it would be good, as others have suggested, if one could shield certain names if one had a good reason (the mob searching for you, etc). -- Tim |
Ditto Tango 2 1 | 17 Jul 2008 6:02 p.m. PST |
My problem with "handles" is that there are very few valid reasons to use a false name. In general, it is a sign of a scoundrel, a coward, or an immature person. Nope, I'm old fashioned too, but I've had two very real and frightening real life experiences because I used to post with my real name on usenet. A woman, for example, would be insane to use her real name in an internet forum. Respectfully, there's an extraordinarily big difference between the internet and a business meeting. At the latter, you're not likely to encounter unbalanced and sick people who want to claw your eyes out because you disagree with them. Or fanatics who stalk you because you express a differing political opinion. And there's no chair to shut the loud mouth up and let less assertive people express their opinions. -- Tim |