Are global static classes and methods bad?

Question

It\'s generally agreed upon that relying heavily on global stuff is to be avoided. Wouldn\'t using static classes and methods be the same thing?

Answer 1

If you're trying to be purist about your OO development, then statics probably don't fit the mold.

However the real world is messier than theory, and statics are often a very useful way to solve some development problems. Use them when appropriate, and in moderation.