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Post by IdahoBoy on Apr 15, 2004 18:31:13 GMT -5
I'm just curious, what would people's thoughts be on displaying IP addresses on posts? I know it's an option with the Proboards forums.
I'm just curious what you think. I'm posting this here, on the women's forum, and in general.
I'm not sure if I want it or not, but I think the discussion could help remind me of some things. I have a general idea of the specifics on both sides of the argument. I am just curious what rumors or thoughts people have here.
Thanks for your time.
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Post by benwhipdrofn on Apr 15, 2004 18:36:50 GMT -5
I know that you are more computer smart that quite a few people, but would that mean that others would be able to contact us, through, say email or other ways? I mean, I like talking VB here,but my life outside of this is just that, my life and I would want to be harrassed by those who don't agree with me through other means... not that that would ever happen....  ) |
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Post by IdahoBoy on Apr 15, 2004 19:00:42 GMT -5
I know that you are more computer smart that quite a few people, but would that mean that others would be able to contact us, through, say email or other ways? I mean, I like talking VB here,but my life outside of this is just that, my life and I would want to be harrassed by those who don't agree with me through other means... not that that would ever happen.... ) It would allow one more avenue of "exposing" yourself as an individual, yes. However, you give far more information by posting images in your profile. Yes, though, there is a security risk by posting IP addresses. I'm not sure that I'm interested in pushing the issue, but I would like to know people's thoughts on the matter. Please do express your opinions. |
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Post by midwestfan on Apr 15, 2004 22:21:33 GMT -5
Yeah, I don't think I'd be interested in doing that. I want to keep my anonymity..
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Post by Rocky on Apr 15, 2004 22:36:58 GMT -5
I am not interested either. There is already too much tracking going on. And, we already have to give up a lot of personal information due to the Patriot Act. I don't think I want to voluntarily give anybody any more information.
Sorry . . .
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Post by BearClause on Apr 15, 2004 22:47:29 GMT -5
I really don't care either way. Most of my posts are from a dynamic Mindspring IP addr based in San Francisco or from an XO IP addr at work.
I remember participating in old message boards where the IP address was posted. Some were just numbers, while others were more descriptive. I used to use Anonymizer.com to post, since I didn't want my previous employer's IP addr to show up on the screen. I didn't go through those lengths when I was at home or using a public terminal.
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Post by vb on Apr 15, 2004 22:53:14 GMT -5
I'm out.
I do not want all the missionary people knocking on my front door.
(I once filled out a thingee at Salt Lake...took 2yrs to calm down. And the way I attack BYU....)
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Post by beleza on Apr 15, 2004 23:10:45 GMT -5
yea..i'm don't agree with the ip posting...kinda like it the way it is..
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Post by IdahoBoy on Apr 15, 2004 23:20:39 GMT -5
I appreciate your remarks. Please keep them coming!
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Post by Eater on Apr 16, 2004 0:01:51 GMT -5
What is there to gain from it?
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Post by benwhipdrofn on Apr 16, 2004 0:26:11 GMT -5
after tonight...not only will I not post pictures, I would definately say no......there are too many people who go too far and you never know who or what you are dealing with. Thanks for you help Idaho, but this is a huge NO...from me.
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Post by Smooth "954" Mike on Apr 16, 2004 10:54:11 GMT -5
An IP (Internet Protocol) address is an identifier for a particular machine on a particular network; it is part of a scheme to identify computers on the Internet. It is a unique number for every computer on the Internet, just like a phone number.
A typical IP address looks like this: 210.97.68.184
The octets serve a purpose other than simply separating the numbers. They are used to create classes of IP addresses that can be assigned to a particular business; government or other entity based on size and need. They are used to create classes of IP addresses that can be assigned to a particular business; government or other entity based on size and need.
When your computer is on-line, it has one of these addresses. When you talk to a website, that site also has an IP address. All communication is between these addresses.
However, when you visit a website such as: (http://volleytalk.proboards10.com/index.cgiboard=menvb)
your computer invisibly looks up the name "(http://volleytalk.proboards10.com/index.cgi?board=menvb) " and finds its IP address. The process is similar to looking up somebody's name in the phone book to get their telephone number.
When the sick freaks of this world are on the Internet looking up kids how do you think the authorities find out what door to kick down?
YUP you guessed it their IP address!!
So people, do you really think it’s a good idea to share your IP address with someone you don’t know or trust??
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Post by beachman on Apr 16, 2004 11:31:42 GMT -5
An unnecessarily dumb idea. You can instant message anyone on here now.....why show the IP's?
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Post by IdahoBoy on Apr 16, 2004 14:11:38 GMT -5
The process is similar to looking up somebody's name in the phone book to get their telephone number. Very nice break-down, Mike. I like the analogies and "quick and dirty" explanation. |
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