I think forums are currently depending on those of us who enjoy them. A specific generation of webmasters, those of us who actually started out using the term webmaster instead of creator.
I think when we're all gone, forums will be done.
They don't seem to be making a comeback that can keep them alive.
I certainly agree with you. Once this generation of people who grew along with forums and form whom forums were the best places for social interaction, are gone, forums will also be gone.
