Trolling

[Renee]

Just saw that Simmo posted this over at Casinomeister. Thought it was a good one to repost.

Not really a suggestion, or announcement for that matter, but thought I'd link to this article on the BBC today just to highlight the fact that "trolling" is getting more attention and as such, people should be aware of just how it can affect others and even have repercussions for themselves.

The article in question talks about people who are not equipped to deal with comments - also referred to as "Internet bullying" - and have sadly committed suicide before going on to talk about how the criminal system is dealing with it.

It's a reminder for those who take an aggressive and sometimes confrontational stance that, while they might see their own actions as harmless, it can have a profound effect on others around them. The article hints that as the trend grows, hiding behind the anonymity of a message board may one day no longer be an option as a result of trolls.

Here's the link:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-14898564

[Renee]

I could not resist this.

[davemerry]

Haha excellent picture, I hate trolls!

Been following the story your link is highlighting this week and that guy deserves every single day in prison!

[AWH-Dila]

Haha, this is just too cool! Thanks for sharing

[giggles7p]

Never heard of the word troll with the internet, thanks Renee....i have read plenty about
bullying,.....even know some bullies online...but never heard of trolls.....good story

[Rangel]

Good one, had never heard about it to be honest.

[rak]

Do you think internet trolls wake up in the morning, lay in bed looking at the ceiling.. and think to themselves

"Today I'm going to walk to my computer, and I'm going to walk to it with purpose. I'm going to read the news, forums and facebook, and I'm going to be an utter dick - with purpose. I'm going to say and do useless sh*t, just to be a pest and claim I'm not."

Because I'm pretty sure they do.


In April, where I live, a guy got 3 years jail from his actions stemming from being an internet troll. There is nothing graphic in the news article, but it does make me want to beat the guy up. : http://www.couriermail.com.au/ipad/jail-for-facebook-vandal/story-fn6ck45n-1226028222267

[Renee]

I'm pretty sure they do. I get that impression anyway.

[prijsgambling]

Haha great picture Renee !
Saved it to my "favorites"