"aa-bne-1" <b.gates@microsoft.com> wrote:

> The "banter" is bad as spam in the usenet system. A total pollutant.

In your opinion, maybe. Personally, I think the banter here is what makes 
the group interesting and more informative than simple question/answer web 
forums.

> So, what can be done about the appalling state of Japan related discussion 
> on the internet.

Chill out, join in, sign your posts with a real name, and remember that this 
is a laid-back discussion group and not some corporate help desk where the 
regulars are obliged to answer every single question promptly or accurately.

-- 
Dave Fossett
Saitama, Japan