Real names on a forever-archived internet that follows you around for life is possibly the stupidest policy I've ever heard of.

What prevents someone from signing up in your name and posting something that would certainly prevent you from getting hired in the future?

Also, what if someone "internet famous" or even worse "real life famous" wants to contribute something?

There has to be a better way to control trolls.

If Quora is going to demand ID, they need to ask ID from EVERYONE before their account is active to prevent fake Steve Jobs, etc. not selectively.

Otherwise I recommend you sign up using your dog's first name or your elderly neighbor's name.