Posted by Glydin on October 19, 2004, at 21:46:31
In reply to Re: Q's about restrictions » Dr. Bob, posted by fayeroe on October 19, 2004, at 20:17:17
> What is going to prevent someone from doing that with the posts that are here?
I don't think there is anything for prevention. The only advantage, in this instance, is there was a request placed. I do think if this board is cited as a reference in a publication there are some safeguards, but someone writing a paper for a class.... I don't know how that could be addressed. Stealth activity of usage is certain something to consider. I also have been thinking about this for but I'm unsure I really "got it" until now. Shame on me. This issue has bothered me enough that public forums will no longer be where I seek support. Folks come here and disclose intimate, painful details - mental and emotional matters. I shutter now to think how that could be utilized. Whether it's actually hurtful or harmful to posters is questionable but it certainly feels exploitive to me. Again, shame on me for not being more careful or being smarter.I hope others will at least think about what we are doing.
This request brings it to reality for me.
poster:Glydin
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