I wonder what the General view is of the Community Membership, towards Clone Account Holders that may use their various Accounts for the purpose of Complaint and Harassment?

You mean some guys are hassling you, and you suspect they're all clones? I admit that would be a bummer, but the admins can handle it for you.

I had a problem with this and reported it to a moderator. I believe the admins took care of it. I think it's pretty pathetic, personally, that someone does this type of stuff. If you're being subjected to this type of thing, you need to report it right away.

Complaint? I see a lot of that all of the time -- from people with or without clone accounts. It's a constantly on-going thing coming from some. They do it all of the time. Must be unhappy about life in general.

As for real harassment (not just disagreement) -- that's not good. I'd suggest taking the matter up with a Mod/Admin. That's the best way to handle such situations. And via IM or contact e-mail. Privately.

Ted, Any complaints on any other members need to be privately communicated with a staff member. Posting in the public really only complicates things. I would appreciate it if you would contact me if you have a formal complaint on ANYONE you feel is not treating you appropriately. Thanks Stacey

Dear Stacey ... I have no formal Complaint and as to "private communication"..there is nothing I wish to keep "private". However, My Posting here is simple....and, all I do is ask the "Rank & File Members of this Community" what is their view on a matter that I present....as a Community Center Forum Topic, I only ask for Views from other Members. This is no way an attack on any Members, not a Complaint.....and, nothing formal, merely a seeking of opinions from those that may have an..."opinion"....thank You ;]

Just curious as to why you are asking about this topic? Stacey

Dear Stacey Because I wish to know the "Membership" feeling on My Initial Query....which doesn't seem Complicated to Me. This is not a..."Personal Ax to Grind"...and the information gained may be of help to more than Me. If My request may appear to be of a destructive Nature....just tell Me now, and I shall desist from asking the Questions :]

What is a clone account?

S'where someone gets a second (or third, fourth, etc) account, so that he/she can function as two people on the net - two votes in contests, more uploads for images per day (though under different usernames), more chances at prizes, etcetera. It's not very nice, and is very unfair to us Rank-and-File members.

What is a clone account?

It's one member having multiple accounts i.e. - more than one screen name that they log in under. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing, as some people have legitimate reasons for doing it.

But others will occasionally use a clone account as a means of screening themselves from criticism for making nasty posts....or whatever.

Because I wish to know the "Membership" feeling on My Initial
Query

Which is an attempt to side-step the question.

WHY do you "wish to know the 'Membership' feeling" on your initial query? I suspect that your reason isn't idle curiosity.

Just curious as to why you are asking about this topic?

Probably doing market research -- just to see how many other people will buy the product.

Is this such a sensitive Topic that I need to give reasons as to why "I" ask such a Question?...as to "Side Stepping Questions" I can not recall One having to give reasons for a Legitimate Posting? My reason for wanting to know of " Clone Accounts and Stalking" within the "Community" is to once again ask the "Common (no disrespect)People"...their Views....just like one might ask , for example...."Do You Love Cats?" (no disrespect to the Cat Lovers)....if it is felt that I must give a Legitimate reason for this Question, well.... XENOPHONZ is close with his Market Research, but My Question is simply to gain....knowledge :]

I've already made my purchases from the Marketplace earlier this month. I'm not needing to buy anything else at present. Thanks anyway.

bong bong bong

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My aim is not to make fun of You or anyone XENOPHONZ and as a very active CC Forum Member, I had respected Your input. First, I do not have a Marketplace, and repeat again, that My initial Question was a legitimate and simple one. I have stated to Stacey G...that if She would rather I desists from the Initial Question...then I shall. I am not into a "copy & paste"..."slap it in Your Face " Debate. I am not on Trial here to an answer/question why I Post, though I have answered. Much never goes the distance in this Forum of Community Issues...because, so much is Rail Roaded into laughing it off...but, again...i thank You for Your earlier input....and...now...will say no more...it is just a bit of knowledge I am after, that is all :]

Snap! This is getting intense.... ;)

BONG! BONG! BONG!

Grasshopper -- may you be Enlightened on your Journey To True Knowledge.......

BONG! BONG! BONG!

The use of cloned accounts is extreamly common- especially for professional artist. And there are many many here. lol- many accountants don't like to submit a reciept with a user name like 'satans little helper' or what ever on it to a cliant. But the question- after many many years here the only problem I've had with it is from holy rollers. Sky piolets with a mission who use it as a tool to force there agendia. And I must say, it's been an effective weapon for them, considering just how reactive the admins have been. Responsive reaction to single complaints. Individual trolls are easily handeled by contacting a mod.

Keeping within the light Heartedness of the Subject, I shall now slip into another "Clone Persona", but, One that only shares My Body. ~~~~ I do thank you all for Your input...now, I must depart on a Mission and will not be able to "ping pong" back.I can now put together My Thesis on : The Stalking of Male Celebrities (Stalking definition To follow or observe (a person) persistently, especially out of obsession or derangement.) ~~~ Male Celebrities who have been Stalked. Scott Bakula, David Beckham, Sonny Bono, David Bowie, Michael J. Fox, Richard Gere, Mel Gibson, George Harrison (stabbed), Chris Isaak, Michael Jackson, Peter Karrie, Michael Landon, John Lennon (murdered), David Letterman, Jerry Lewis, Brad Pitt, Ronald Reagan (shot), Dennis Rodman, Axl Rose, Steven Spielberg, Andy Warhol (shot), Jackie Wilson (shot) and Tedz....the Glorious Beloved Tender High Commander, who was Stalked by many a Babe...sigh..and loved it! The Title of My Thesis...."I didn't know what Fame was, until I met You" salute ~~~ This is not a slur on anyone....especially not My Snoogums

lol... my stars, did that question ever get people's panties in a bunch. I can understand the moderator addressing it in such a manner, but geez Xenophone... lol No arguments here and good luck with your thesis Ted.

I have a clone account, the one I use now!! I was recently attacked, the miscreant has not been apprehended and as I have a very rare surname, and the UK feels it's okay to sell my address and where abouts from the electoral roll to all and sundry I have had to purge my real identitiy from the net, and make a false persona. I don't use it to harrass people, gain votes, just to be, without my personal security becoming at risk. I suppose it depends on the circumstances really, my view is if someone is going to harrass you or stalk you then clone accounts are the least of your worries. Such nasty people usually find some way round it :( Ele

Of course, in certain circumstances, clone accounts are necessary, even preferable. But you must admit, the majority of people who use clone accounts just use them to cheat and manipulate. It's sad, but true.

lol... my stars, did that question ever get people's panties in a bunch. I can understand the moderator addressing it in such a manner, but geez Xenophone... lol No arguments here

If calling things like you see them constitutes "getting your panties in a bunch"......then I plead guilty. Saying what I think is a bad habit of mine.

One general rule on posting -- there's always a risk that the thrust of your points might be questioned by others. To avoid that risk: don't post anything.

How did this end up in ...Panties...but, I guess 3 Questions are worth a thousand Words. Now You must stop!!!....please...this is just Generating to many Hits on My Home Page and I cannot keep up with the Requests for My Thesis or those that wish to Join My Spaceship. I have Answered all Questions without even Pleading the 5th.Amendment or anyone having to use the Probe on Me. salute

See? I've helped you to get those hits that you've been seeking. You are more popular than ever. BTW - where's my 25 bucks?

crackle ..."Cheque/Check is in the Mail" It is lonely in Space ... crackle transmission ended

This thread needs to die out and we need to move on. I dont' really understand what this thread was to accomplish but I'm not liking the road its headed down so please I am going to ask that we all drop this and move on. Stacey

I dont' really understand what this thread was to accomplish Hell, Stacey, I don't understand what the thread was even ABOUT! bonni

If someone is trackin' ya, get thier IP addy, and do a whosis
Or if they choose to use a proxy...Well lets just say most often scumbags like that have habitual browsing errr...Habits! Once You have this info, then You can form a complaint with thier ISP!

This method should ONLY be used in dire situations, because a
STALKER won't stick to just this forum,(It would be beyond these admin's control at that point!) because more than likely they're tracking YOUR surfing habits!

I ONLY condone such self-defensive measures, if You KNOW for certain that You're being STALKED!

I deliberately left out specific details about how this would be accomplished, save for common knowledge....Wouldn't want to give em any specifics...

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