[jvanderbot]

Arguing across an ocean about the validity of anecdotal bathing practices is not the transhumanist future I though ubiquitous internet would provide.

But what did I expect...

[salawat]

I actually find this refreshing, and a reminder of the types of arguments that gave the internet it's original charm.

[halfmatthalfcat]

This is actually the content I come to HN for. You could argue that HN specializes in one-upmanship or pedantry but it's also a breeding ground for a lot of good discussion on incredibly niche topics.

[mensetmanusman]

This is also classic HN. Right above you someone is backing up their argument by proclaiming with gusto that humans are network computers.