BGBC : Cluetrain

Cluetrain Manifesto
So this 'online book' Cluetrain Manifesto already can seem dated. It's written SO recently, but then most things on e-anything can flash and be gone. Also, some of the authors pieces (it was written by committee) can read like rants, feel free to skip over the adolescent tantrums. Mostly skip the long Ch 1 Internet Apocalypso - not enough real substance. Or maybe the substance was obscured by all the "Stay gold, Ponyboy" and "Lissen to ME!!" type language. I thought Ch 4 was more relevant, all about 'the conversation'.

Now, the implicit permission given by books and attitudes of this type create more room for the flaming and personal attacks that have become common. This is irresponsible. The immature thinking that is behind the "I can say anything I want, and BE anyone I want on the internet" makes it less useful and fun for the rest of us.

This video by Adam is an interesting corollary. His assertion that ipv6 will allow everything to have an ip addr really drives home the point that you are always on stage in this space. Be Aware of It. We all have Rights and Responsibilities.

What was your reaction to this online book?
Has this book changed your opinion of the internet and its affect on us?
Did the authors present the information in a way that is insightful?
Did the authors give proper consideration to all sides the issue?