The online argument I will be discussing is in the comments section of a YouTube video. The video is about professional basketball, where player Tracy McGrady is seen making an almost impossible comeback to save his team, the Houston Rockets, from defeat.
The argument began as seen below, but carries on into several years of arguing over a variety of things:
I chose to discuss this argument because since it's YouTube, there will be a lot of senseless arguing, but this one was very hostile for seemingly no reason.
The first concern I have with this is that missing a shot in basketball does not equate to events like 9/11, this is a rather extreme example for this argument. My second concern is that for the last 8 years, the antagonist (@infekt) has been logging in to continue arguing with people in this comment thread. There is no point to doing this, and the original topic of argument was changed within the first year. This brings me to my third concern, that the argument has become targeted and personal for those involved, and is not respectful or civil. Comments have been deleted and changed, and hurtful things have been said to people involved.
When arguing online, it is important to see both sides of a debate to present a well-rounded argument. This is known as rebuttal. It is also important to be respectful and use netiquette when talking to others, even if the situation is frustrating. Thirdly, if an argument progresses beyond being civil and practicing netiquette, it is a good idea to not engage in it any more. Try to support your arguments with sources and valid information as much as possible. Lastly, keep in mind your online presence when employers and family are looking at your activity - it is easy to influence your reputation when chatting online.
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