The biggest complaint the company gets isn't that it doesn't allow anonymous, or pseudonymous users, but quite the opposite, says Mr. Allan.

WSJ: The Debate Over Online Anonymity

He said the press was "on trial" and he questioned whether it would be fair to allow anonymous evidence which could not be fully tested or challenged.

BBC: Leveson Inquiry: Anonymous evidence ruling challenged

Threats of violence are more likely to be found on Web sites that allow posters to remain anonymous.

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"I always had shyness and anxiety as a kid, and I wanted to create something that would allow users to remain comfortably anonymous if they wanted but still connect, " Downie said.

CNN: Virtual meetups spark real fitness

According to the outlet's anonymous sources, Sprint has approached Dish Network with an offer that would allow the satellite company to establish itself as a wireless provider by using the Now Network's airwaves.

ENGADGET: Sprint reportedly wooing Dish with spectrum sharing and MVNO possibilities

Anonymous posted a video on YouTube with its demands: Drop the case against Hotz and allow for modifications on the PS3.

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