Yahoo! ANSWER here allows the use of nick name so that we can keep relatively anonymous. Do you think this is a useful feature or incentive for participation?
2006-06-25 16:31:54 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
yes... I believe it's a good idea.
2006-06-25 16:34:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes , I think most people find being anonymous helpful when answering questions. You can say whatever you want without feeling shame or embarrassment. And for those who like to be hateful, they can get away with that as well.
Personally, I don't care who sees my picture, or what others think about my answers.
2006-06-25 23:42:43 · answer #2 · answered by Amy Swallows 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is both useful and necessary. The incentive for participation is the points. The foolish, offensive, and just plain stupid answers would not be nearly as abundant if the users did not get rewarded for giving them, and would not ask as many dumb questions if they weren't, in effect, spending their earnings.
Although I have to admit--I wouldn't want to share my yahoo ID if I were to write one of those ridiculous things.
2006-06-25 23:39:36 · answer #3 · answered by Crys H. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on allot of things are you ashamed of your answers or questions? There is no shame in my game. I think it is useful for folks who are shy or those who want to participate without being public minded. It has good point nd bad ones.Depends on the different circumstances you live with on a day to day bases.
2006-06-25 23:43:48 · answer #4 · answered by yahoo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anonymity is always a good idea.
The ones who stand out are usually the first ones to be cut down.
But the ones in the shadows can usually find a way to survive. In obscurity, perhaps.....but it's still survival.
2006-06-26 03:43:07 · answer #5 · answered by missinglincoln 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's better to keep somewhat anonymous especially considering all the crime in the world today that has something to do with the internet.
2006-06-26 00:00:55 · answer #6 · answered by heather47374 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a good idea. I have my messenger address on here and I would say 1/7 questions I answer gets someone to pm me and try to be my friend... thats not what I am hear for and thats where the ignore button comes into play
2006-06-25 23:35:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say it depends on your intentions. I choose to use my real name because I'm not afraid to be myself and offer real help and opinions to others. I stand by everything I say. If someone doesn't like it, they can click a different link.
If you intend to be hurtful to others, then you probably should remain anonymous.
You also have to be careful what you say. There are a lot of whackos out there that have no concept of anything and they are the most dangerous people on Earth.
2006-06-26 00:02:54 · answer #8 · answered by jeffrey_meyer2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
useful feature and an incentive for participation!
2006-06-25 23:35:23 · answer #9 · answered by ♥*´`*ღPink♥*´`*•.¸¸ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is, but keep in mind the greater internet F***wad theory.
Normal person + Anonymity + An audience = Total Asshole
2006-06-25 23:35:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
useful i'd like to remain anonymous
2006-06-25 23:35:22 · answer #11 · answered by cactus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋