I think the neg function is good and serves a purpose, but then again, you have those that like to slam their "e-penis" on the table in an attempt to validate that their opinions are superior in any given discourse.
As I said before, if you've been here long enough you know who the regulars are, and those that have the knowledge-base which adds to expanding the community of the board.
Thank god this place doesn't have anywhere near the childish bull**** that many of the other boards endure. It's because this place attracts those that are mature and willing to help their fellow man, woman, bodybuilder, and fitness fanatic out. You still have occasional bursts of morons that surface from time to time, but once they realize the demeanor of this board they either join the crowd, or drag their ass.
-John