Yes, agreed.  This generic lookup table is not the best idea.  Nonetheless, I really don't believe that calling the quality of this site into question, or questioning the editing prowess of Steve Jones, for that matter, is in order.  Hasn't this always been a site to communicate ideas - both good and bad?

My point is, I'm not sure the article, or should I say the IDEA, should be censored by the site.  You have the power to discuss the idea and RATE it!  The current 2 star rating will probably be an indicator to junior developers/dba's that this not a commonly accepted practice.

RH.