Is anybody talking about the low bar?

[notmattlythgoe]

Originally Posted by bEdhEd

I've noticed an influx of new members on CD this season; more than I have seen in the past. I think we should cut em some slack. Yes, all it takes is a simple search, but do I really expect someone with less than 10 posts to know exactly what to do in CD with regard to avoiding starting a redundant thread?

If you don't like the thread, either ignore the thread or graciously send a PM explaining why it is important to do a search and also why it is important to read the sticky threads about basic posting etiquette.

If you're gonna respond to a redundant thread, answer the question or direct the OP to the thread where they can find the answers. If you really gotta tell them what they're doing wrong, leave that as a private message so you're not calling them out publically.

It's this kind of tactless impatience with new members that can drive people away from this forum.

Same goes for whoever gave the person negative rep before I bumped them back to positive. This person did nothing to deserve negative rep, if it bothers you that much ignore it.