@hearkat Because people think what they say in there is private? I doubt it. What kind of drama could ensue?
I’ve walked into chat a few times, and found it killed the conversation. It’s like having all eyes in the room turn to the newcomer. I think there should be room for lurking – it would be a lot easier to check out the conversation, and decide whether or not to jump in without any pressure. As it is, you kind of have to commit to participating if you go in. I’m always afraid it will look weird if I walk in and out without saying anything. And, I’ve found that sometimes the conversations are all in-jokes or based on a long history between the chatters.