then LOG OFF the internet and do everyone a favor. flaming is a part of being on/posting on an internet msg board. if you can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen.
that doesn't mean i think people should come off as being complete assholes but harsh is sometimes necessary.
that being said, i agree with a lot of things people are saying in this thread and wish i could comment on them but i'm afraid i would be stepping up on the soapbox then