It's been pointed out to me that many of our users aren't experienced with message boards and forums in general, and therefore have no idea about specific "Do"s and "Don't"s. We've lucky to have a very nice group of people here, but anytime you get a large group together misunderstandings are going to happen. Here's some general tips to help make sure everyone has a good time:
Stay on Topic
We have a continual stream of new users, and if the topic doesn't match the conversation they'll never find it. This does not mean you can't talk about whatever's on your mind. Just if it departs too far from the topic of the thread, start a new thread and label it appropriately.
Post in the Appropriate Forum
Not everyone reads everything in every Forum. So to make sure your post is seen by the people that want to see it, put it in the right place so it will be there when they look for it.
Think About What You're Typing
We have members from all over the world, and with every imaginable background. Text communication does not have inflection and body language to help, so be precise. For example: tell someone when you're "just joking", or use a "smiley".
DON'T SHOUT
It's just PLAIN UGLY
Read the FAQ
They're called Frequently Asked Questions for a reason
Use Private Messaging
If there's only one person in the entire world that will ever be interested in what you're saying, don't make everyone read it for years to come. Use PM. Also, turn on PM popup notification so you'll know if someone is PM-ing you without having to remember to look.
I'll update this as needed.
Stay on Topic
We have a continual stream of new users, and if the topic doesn't match the conversation they'll never find it. This does not mean you can't talk about whatever's on your mind. Just if it departs too far from the topic of the thread, start a new thread and label it appropriately.
Post in the Appropriate Forum
Not everyone reads everything in every Forum. So to make sure your post is seen by the people that want to see it, put it in the right place so it will be there when they look for it.
Think About What You're Typing
We have members from all over the world, and with every imaginable background. Text communication does not have inflection and body language to help, so be precise. For example: tell someone when you're "just joking", or use a "smiley".
DON'T SHOUT
It's just PLAIN UGLY

Read the FAQ
They're called Frequently Asked Questions for a reason
Use Private Messaging
If there's only one person in the entire world that will ever be interested in what you're saying, don't make everyone read it for years to come. Use PM. Also, turn on PM popup notification so you'll know if someone is PM-ing you without having to remember to look.
I'll update this as needed.
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