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Should There Be An Off Topic Forum?


Steve Herschbach

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A member recently posted an off topic thread despite the rules saying up front "Please keep threads and posts on topic. Off topic posts may be moved or deleted without warning." Well, I did just that and the person got upset and requested their account be deleted, which I promptly did.

So I got to wondering, am I being to draconian with the whole thing? I have no interest in changing the policy, but I could create an "Off Topic" forum where off topic things can be moved to or posted because they would no longer be violating the policy! Then people could have a go at whatever things they wish. The catch is it would be unmoderated unless I received specific serious complaints, as I have no desire to get involved in or even read lots of what people seem to love to argue about on the internet. That being the case it would be "Enter At Your Own Risk".

Anyway, it might be a solution for those who think I am too strict. Thoughts, advice, and opinions are not only welcome but extremely important to me on this issue.

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Well Steve as you know there are lots of prospector forums on the net and I still do look at them from time to time, the reason I really like  yours is its on topic most of the time. I belong to several forums that are on topics I have an interest in. This is why I like it hear, good information in the shortest amount of time.

 

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I'm in agreement with the others.  This is a site about metal detectors and prospecting.  And the level of posting is quite high, thanks in major part to your moderation and setting a good example.  You didn't say what the topic was, but if it was just another complaint about the world, well... (no comment needed.)  My personal opinion is that you've been pretty lenient with people getting out-of-line.  I trust that if you deleted a post it deserved it.

 

 

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