Perhaps we could discuss religion or politics in order to reduce the heat.

It can be done, nothing's perfect. Some people do it one way for reasons that make sense to them, others do it another way for their reasons. What I do believe is true is that no one way is right for everyone regardless of circumstances. Hopefully newcomers get advice, weigh the pros and cons for themselves and make an informed decision. Computer radios are not necessarily only bells and whistles. A manual typewriter can certainly work fine and dandy but I'll never give up my word processor once I've seen how it works. They both have a place.