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ScipioAfricanus | 8 years ago

No one needs to change anything. The internet existed for years without this being an issue.

If you encounter someone on the internet who is annoying you, most platforms give you the option to block them. You do that, then move on with your life. It's not hard.

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rhcom2|8 years ago

That is an incredibly naive view of harassment in an era of doxing, swatting and revenge porn.

kirkules|8 years ago

The internet did not exist in its present form, extent of influence, flexibility, etc., without this being an issue for any length of time. Don't lie to yourself.

s73v3r_|8 years ago

And how do you do that when they come at you by the thousands?

And do so in a way that doesn't boil down to a blame the victim solution of simply leaving the platform?