When someone ask the community a question in earnest, especially one which has its interests in mind, is it necessary to belittle the question? This is a longstanding and, ipso facto, disturbing trend amongst Slashdotters. So, why can't we all just get along?

btw, due to the nature of this post, and the prevaling culture here at Slashdot, I can forsee myself as the target of much flaming/dissin'/general discourtesy/etc as a result. Just remember, karma comes back. Tenfold.