I must say, though, that it's to VLUG's credit that despite all the silly bickering, preening and feather ruffling, we still manage to carry on some intelligent discussions. And I've for some reason, flame wars haven't just been a fringe part of electronic life. Flamers aren't stupid or childish. They're often really helpful, useful people.
Smart people do dumb things.
Flame wars aren't going to disappear. I am leaving because I am bored.