There is a balance that we can strive for. The openness of the web was looked at as a good thing. It assumed that all who used it would be nice, kind, and not attempt to do harm. The reality now is that the web may be more harmful to society than helpful. Providing the ability to hide one's personal information is a step towards balancing the wish of openness and the real need for personal privacy. I don't buy the line that all privacy is lost and therefore, I must accept it.

Tom