Thank you for your reply @captaincanary.

Yes.....it is true that here at Steemit....it is open to public view.....which is why so many do not think they are free to use their proper names and instead use a nickname.

@frystikken recently posted about the matter of security and privacy at least as it relates to one's Steem accumulation and brought up some very valid points.

Appreciate hearing your thoughts.

Cheers.