Could someone explain to me the purpose of logging out?

Gaard

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I don't think I've ever logged out since I joined. Is that bad? Why do people log out? Is it just so they can read the forums without anyone know they're here? Is that the purpose of it?

 

Haircut

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If you have two people that use the same computer to access AT the logout button would be handy.
 

Paulson

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www.ifixidevices.com
Or if you read anandtech in a fairly public place with many users on the computer you don't want someone causing you problems by going on as you and then somehow getting you banned...
 

kuk

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Or if you're a moderator and has to post as your alter-ego!
 

ProviaFan

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Originally posted by: kuk
Or if you're a moderator and has to post as your alter-ego!
Or even if you're not a moderator but want to post as your alter ego (aka the tooth cleaning thread guy). ;)