If it is so useless and unwanted, why were there so many people asking for it? Personally, I don't use it and can't stand how it looks. However, a lot of people prefer it, so I can't see why having it there is a problem. Besides, it has been part of mIRC for quite a while. It was enabled by default in the new mIRC install due to extra items placed into the mIRC.ini file and the fact that (I guess) enough people use it that having it on by default makes sense.
Anyhow, before flying off the handle, just ask. You'll probably find an answer without complaining and yelling for no good reason.
