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02-07-2008, 10:10 AM | #1 |
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new thread probation
Seems like the quality of new threads around here lately has been subpar at best. Too many duplicates, and too many worthless threads to put it bluntly.
In response to this please be aware that posting new threads is a privilege, one that will be taken away if you can't follow two simple guidelines. #1, before you post you really need to review the first page of threads on whatever forum you are posting on. (Sometimes when there is breaking news duplicates happen and that's understandable and I wouldn't penalize someone for that. Also, I'm not talking about similar topics that may have taken place weeks or months ago. A duplicate is an obvious repeated thread, usually some sort of news and it's right there in plain sight on the first page of threads.) #2 don't waste our time with whatever mindless thought is running through your head at the moment. Think before you post, try to imagine what type of discussion your thread will generate. Is it going to be meaningful discussion, or mindless banter? If it's the latter please don't bother. Again, posting new threads is a privilege, one that will be taken away if you can't follow the two simple guidelines outlined above. This "new thread probation" as I call it has actually been in place for a while, I just thought it was time to make everyone aware of the possible consequences of repeatedly posting duplicate or worthless threads. If your new thread privileges get taken away, it's for good. Sorry, no second chances. Any questions let me know. |
02-07-2008, 10:20 AM | #2 |
The Starter
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Re: new thread probation
DUMB THREAD!
JK, But seriously thanks Matty, it has been pretty bad lately. |
02-07-2008, 10:30 AM | #3 |
Camp Scrub
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Re: new thread probation
Man! it's a free country !
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02-07-2008, 11:22 AM | #4 | |
Wildcard Bitches
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Re: new thread probation
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1.00$ bourbon and cokes and your up at 9:00? Yeah, everyone knows I like to jump on people about this... It's just annoying when people put little/no effort and then post something totally irrelevant just to be on the main page. Like... congrats. We were all Newbs... just be easy on the lazy threads.
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02-07-2008, 10:30 AM | #5 |
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Re: new thread probation
I guess you wont hear many threads by me for a while...
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02-07-2008, 02:12 PM | #6 |
You did WHAT?!?
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Re: new thread probation
We both know that is not true. But this might finally stop people from making dumb threads.
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02-07-2008, 02:20 PM | #7 |
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Re: new thread probation
How about implementing a system where a Mod can approve the start of the tread before it posts instead of assuming that every single user will be able to follow this direction. It would be easier if a handful of people patrolled the masses, not to mention Mods have a better idea of what has already been (and will be) posted.
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02-07-2008, 02:27 PM | #8 | |
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Re: new thread probation
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then the mods would get like tons of messages then they would have to read every single one and the aprrove or disapprove them. I wouldnt wish that on my worst enemy
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02-08-2008, 12:16 PM | #9 |
Camp Scrub
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Re: new thread probation
Read it again. "Start of the thread", not each individual response to a thread. I doubt there are so many threads started each day that it would overwhelm anyone, except maybe those bored with the content. Obviously asking a MOD to review and approve/disapprove each individual response would be overwhelming.
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02-07-2008, 10:31 AM | #10 |
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Re: new thread probation
Hey at least it gives Schneed something to do during the off season.
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02-07-2008, 11:05 AM | #11 |
Puppy Kicker
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Re: new thread probation
Matty,
One thing that has confused me is that someone may post a speculation thread, then 70 posts in someone posts what actually happens to the story. Do you consider it a 2ndary thread when a speculation thread is answered definitively in a new thread?
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02-07-2008, 11:10 AM | #12 |
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Re: new thread probation
I'm not following you, can you give an example?
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02-07-2008, 11:45 AM | #13 | |
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Re: new thread probation
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Is that the type of scenario you're talking about?
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02-07-2008, 11:50 AM | #14 | |
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02-07-2008, 03:59 PM | #15 | |
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Re: new thread probation
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Matty, maybe you should take just a moment to give a few examples of just what is considered a "worthless thread" It has become apearent that the people who post these type threads don't know the difference. I think one previous poster gave some examples of the type threads you're refering too, but they would be better served hearing it from you. |
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