In reply to Central Geek.

@Peter Knight,

Actually, I think you have failed to grasp @Central Geek's fundamental point. Which is simply that bad practices have been adopted.

There's no personal criticism there. Unfortunately, some of those responsible for these practices have taken it personally. But @Central Geek's response to that has been one of exasperation rather than "silly ... castig[ation]".

@Central Geek,

I have appreciated your well-thought-out comments here, which have explained the issues very well. I do hope that others will stop seeing personal criticisms where there are none, and will start thinking instead about how to improve practices for the future.