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[firstgencrx]

WARNING: I am feeling grumpy today, so this is going to sound a bit like a FLAME... Read on...

Now I am going to veer off course a bit here... And, it's going to seem like I am picking on J., but I am just using him as an example of something I have always wondered about. You can call it a generational thing if you like.

Remember, I am not REALLY picking on the kakabox.

Why is it most people don't use at least their first names on a list like this? You can have whatever damn user name you want, for whatever damn reason. But do I feel comfortable addressing J. as "Mr. kakabox"? Hell no!

I know the kakabox and what his real name is. I also have the highest regards for this very talented and generous man. But I don't feel comfortable calling him by his name if he doesn't us it on this list himself.

I always sign with my name David, but my user is a very boring firstgencrx. I have also noticed most of the older members, not all, but most use their names as well. Maybe it IS a generational thing.

Do some of you younglings really believe you are somehow hidden by not using your real names? Are you afraid to let anyone know who you are? Is it a false privacy thing?

Maybe I am too old school, but I like addressing people by name. If I f*#k up and piss someone off, I feel they have a right to at least know who I am. I have always found confrontation to be a good thing. Some of my closest/best friends are people who have really pissed me off!

This is the most awesome and friendly lists I have ever been a member. I just don't get why people don't use their real names.

END RANT!

I feel better now.

Take care all!

David

[DarkHand]

WARNING: I am feeling grumpy today, so this is going to sound a bit like a FLAME... Read on...

Now I am going to veer off course a bit here... And, it's going to seem like I am picking on J., but I am just using him as an example of something I have always wondered about. You can call it a generational thing if you like.

Remember, I am not REALLY picking on the kakabox.

Why is it most people don't use at least their first names on a list like this? You can have whatever damn user name you want, for whatever damn reason. But do I feel comfortable addressing J. as "Mr. kakabox"? Hell no!

I know the kakabox and what his real name is. I also have the highest regards for this very talented and generous man. But I don't feel comfortable calling him by his name if he doesn't us it on this list himself.

I always sign with my name David, but my user is a very boring firstgencrx. I have also noticed most of the older members, not all, but most use their names as well. Maybe it IS a generational thing.

Do some of you younglings really believe you are somehow hidden by not using your real names? Are you afraid to let anyone know who you are? Is it a false privacy thing?

Maybe I am too old school, but I like addressing people by name. If I f*#k up and piss someone off, I feel they have a right to at least know who I am. I have always found confrontation to be a good thing. Some of my closest/best friends are people who have really pissed me off!

END RANT!

Take care all!

David

I don't think it's a false identity thing, it's more of an 'alternate identity' thing. You're in this whole alternate universe, you need an alternate name to go along with it.

My name's back from when I was 15, picking a name for the internet that I thought sounded cool. I think it's almost lame now, and I can't stand to be called it in real life, but... It's my name, and has been for over a decade now. I couldn't possibly consider going by anything other than Darkhand when online... that or my real name, which I also have no problem with.

BTW, I'm Paul.

[firstgencrx]

I don't think it's a false identity thing, it's more of an 'alternate identity' thing. You're in this whole alternate universe, you need an alternate name to go along with it.

My name's back from when I was 15, picking a name for the internet that I thought sounded cool. I think it's almost lame now, and I can't stand to be called it in real life, but... It's my name, and has been for over a decade now. I couldn't possibly consider going by anything online other than Darkhand or my real name, which I also have no problem with.

BTW, I'm Paul.

It's an honor to meet you Paul!

David

[strudel]

Hey DB,

Do you know why I sign everything with JS at the end? Being an Air Traffic Controller we always had to give our initials at the end of a conversation with another controller to verify that we understood. So hence, it is a habit that I continue on in the forums.

So there you go, it's Jerry "Strudel" S...... for my last name. The Strudel comes form the fact that we all end up with nicknames at work and that I was coined "Gerhart von Strudel" as they figured my first name was short for Gerald (NOT) and I always had some good European pastry for snacks and didn't get fat like the rest of them.

But I must admit that when PM's are sent very rarely does anybody sign their name. I always do in a PM or email. Maybe as David said it is our upbringing and generation. Good thing we can still keep up with with the young guns!

Good hijack whoever started this. JS

[zakats]

(but if anyone out there has trouble figuring out my name... well you have bigger problems than cvcc and vacuum lines or chassis flex!)
-zak

Edited by zakats, 26 March 2008 - 05:15 PM.

[ImmortalSoul219]

Same as Paul AKA DarkHand back many years ago playing halo and on AIM I always used ImmortalSoul. But on PM's I always sign my name at the end.

Ben

[zakats]

this is like another 'what does your name mean?' thread

[Screech]

My name is John, there are too many fucking Johns around, if you referred to me as John everyone would ask which John. Then you would say Screech/John, so if I go by Screech, a nick name I've had since `89, there is less confusion to start with.

[C8V6C]

I use my name sometimes....when it is business oriented. For instance, when I am buying or selling parts/cars, I put "-Shawn" at the end of it. They may need to call me to complete the deal, so I guess that is the main reason. Also, I feel more comfortable buying something from someone if I know their name.

When I normally post....just seems like it would be repetitive.





-Shawn

[DEIVIONCRX]

I dont use mine on board posts, but in PM's i do if i remember. Seeing as nobody says my screename right i should start posting my name, lol.


-Brandon

[ChrisF-dude]

I'm actually thinking of changing my screen name because I am wanted in 7 states. I don't need you all knowing my 1st name.



-Pedro

[ZcSi CRX]

My name is Daniel, but online I'm ZcSi CRX, Da Body Man, And STR8JKIT.. I usally always finish a pm with my name or when dealing with a stranger on the phone (hello this is Daniel May I speak to so n so?)

[stevo911_]

i use my name (sorta) in my username, and always us it when i send out a pm/e-mail/or ask questions

[ef91]

hi i'am colin, and i use my name when i'am buying or talking about something i want to buy..

[Sgt. Pepper]

Hi, my name is Jeff and I am an..........oh wait, wrong group.

I use my name (Jeff) or "Sarge" at the end of all of my PMs, but seldom use it when replying to a post. I'm kinda getting used to being called "Sarge".

My name is Jeff and I approve this message.

Jeff (Sarge)