Talk:Abstract Algebra/Rings

Talk:Abstract Algebra/Rings rings do noy need an identity element. Many authors do not require it.

I am aware of this. However, I think the theory is cleaner when a rings do have an identity element. Iti s simply a convention. There is disagreement on this point in the mathematical community, and I do not want to fight over this here. Espen180 (discuss • contribs) 14:44, 26 August 2012 (UTC)

I'm fine with either convention, but this page currently uses both conventions, which can be confusing. It should pick one and stick with it, regardless of choice (though mentioning other authors choose differently is appropriate). jmichala