Can Real Names on YouTube End Nasty Comments?

YouTube is making it harder for users who post negative and hurtful comments on videos to hide behind the site's anonymity.

The video-sharing site is urging users to start using their full name when commenting and uploading clips. Instead of displaying a pen name linked to the YouTube account, the company wants to link to the user's full name and picture used on their Google+ account.

Although YouTube did not respond to a request for comment, the move will likely prevent hasty commenters from leaving hurtful remarks on the site.

"We're giving you the ability to change how you appear on YouTube, with the option to use your Google+ profile on your YouTube channel," the company no…
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