Loss of civility in internet poker?

[hetron]

Is it just me, or are people ranting more and more about taking beats. Before, I would think the internet was comparable to real life poker in the amount of grumbling about beats. However, I think since the whole WSOP 2003/WPT thing and poker's explosion, the amount of abuse directed at other players about beats and whatnot has exploded. I can hardly play an hour without someone constantly typing in the foulest oaths in the chat box.

I have the feeling that it is similar to the road rage phenomenon- people yell say stuff because they feel empowered sitting behind their computer. No way would they be that liberal with the four letter words if they were actually in front of someone's face.

Oh well, no real point, other than I miss some of the friendlier online games, especially the 20/40 full game at Planet about 2-3 years ago. Good people, good action, etc...