Originally Posted by Fischer-Fan
i have no problem with people being banned from time to time, but the timing of this one seems peculiar. generally this forum is well behaved, but there have been occasions in the past when there have been bun fights and no one was banned then. how can we take ourselves seriously if we don't allow free voicing of opinion? is this really necessary?
I think it was a good call on Alex' part.
Ozchess should not discourage robust debate however, whether people are prepared to accept it or not, there is a genuine attempt being made here to create an environment where people can have rational arguments, rather than "flamewars" as we all know from experience they are worthless exercises unless you enjoy watching other people tear shreds of each other.
For that reason I would think that personal insults should be avoided as should be deliberate attempts to obstruct useful discussion by haggling over the precise meaning of simple every day terms.
Phil.