[OldGuy]

There is an issue with some members who write a lot of posts without actually contributing anything new to the topic. This has come to the attention of the administration with a recent request to close and lock a topic for this very reason. It appears that we will need to begin distributing negative reputation points to those who insert multiple posts to the same topics with no new information.

I hate to give out negative reputation points. They each come with a negative FC taken from your account and create hard feelings and animosity for something that can easily be avoided. I prefer to use this as a learning experience and give members an opportunity to avoid the hassle by avoiding repeat posts that add nothing new.

I really don't want to take the time to review past content, looking for duplicated statements that deserve a negative reputation point. However, now I have been asked to watch for any new posts that do not add new educational content and hand out negative reputation points for each one.

If you encounter multiple posts from the same member on any topic that do not consistently provide new information, please report at least one post from that member in that topic for a review.

You need to be aware of this request. If you continue to add multiple posts to the same topics, those multiple posts will be under close review. You need to be particularly certain you add new educational content on the topic that will further educate future readers, or be subject to an increase in receiving negative reputation points each time.

Don't just post for the sake of posting something. Make sure you add quality content to each post. If you feel you just have to add something, try thinking of new topics that have not been previously discussed to actually add something new to the site.

I wish you success in your online journey,

OldGuy

[Angie10]

Thank you, OldGuy I'm happy to see FC taking a stand here because shoddily written posts can spell the beginning of the end of a site as we've seen it happen with many other good sites over the years. Luckily, I look around and don't see a lot of that happening here. People do seem genuinely invested in FC and don't generally mess around here. BUT it's worth keeping an eye on it to ensure it never happens

[oldbuddy]

Like you say, many posters here only have making pennies in mind. If they were aware how much more money you could make by supplying knowledge and training for those desperately in need, you would never need any policing action.

[sprite1950]

I think it would be helpful if people actually read what has gone on beforehand in a thread and then responded to it accordingly because I think people just plonk a comment on the end without taking note of what has been posted above.

Sometimes I feel invisible because I can answer a question and then find that a couple of posts later the same question will be asked again. No one expects people to wade through pages but it would be nice if they at least read a page or two of the thread to find out what others are saying.

[suny]

After reading a message from OldGuy that posting repeatedly in a thread and this could lead to negative points to my posts, I have decided to stop posting in any thread.

[Coolearner24]

I always try my level best to add something new and useful to the forum. All of my previous posts are evident to the fact that I contribute research-backed articles or even research-backed posts. Just check my previous posts and you will see what I am talking about. I'm not bragging about it here; I am just informing guys in here.

However, not all posts can be written in that way. This is an understandable fact. For example, no one can write a 100 word "research-backed" post in the General Chat: Off Topic category. People share their own experiences that are not always "research-backed". Whatever the case, I just hope that rules are not too strict in here. I wish all the best to all members.

[OldGuy]

After reading a message from OldGuy that posting repeatedly in a thread and this could lead to negative points to my posts, I have decided to stop posting in any thread.

It is understood that many members have favorite topics where they like to visit on a regular basis. As a result, some members have posted dozens to several hundred posts in a single topic. The high volume content simply calls for a closer review to verify that new content is not repeating previous posts.

However, it is not the quantity of posts at issue, it is just that when you post a lot of content in the same topic, you are likely to post the same statements several times in different ways. As long as you provide new non repetitive content to the topic that will be a benefit to other readers, there is no issue. Don't just post something for the sake of posting something. Post new content that adds value to the topic with each post to avoid any issues.

[OldGuy]

However, not all posts can be written in that way. This is an understandable fact. For example, no one can write a 100 word "research-backed" post in the General Chat: Off Topic category. People share their own experiences that are not always "research-backed". Whatever the case, I just hope that rules are not too strict in here. I wish all the best to all members.

True. It is difficult to include a complete description of any new approach without completely boring the reader. Obviously, there is little that can be "research backed" in most of the general topics section, and the games section does not even count, since rep points do not apply there.

But then again, very few members ever repeatedly post nearly the same content in any of those topics as can be seen in the CGT - Computers, Gaming & Technology, Webmaster Questions, Discussion & News or Business, Money & Wealth - BMW Forum.

This review applies to those topics that are intended to inform other members and visitors with details and news in those forum categories. It appears to be particularly needed where there is a high volume of content to eliminate duplication and repeated statements that add no value.

[sofs]

It is understood that many members have favorite topics where they like to visit on a regular basis. As a result, some members have posted dozens to several hundred posts in a single topic. The high volume content simply calls for a closer review to verify that new content is not repeating previous posts.

However, it is not the quantity of posts at issue, it is just that when you post a lot of content in the same topic, you are likely to post the same statements several times in different ways. As long as you provide new non repetitive content to the topic that will be a benefit to other readers, there is no issue. Don't just post something for the sake of posting something. Post new content that adds value to the topic with each post to avoid any issues.

I would like to bring this to your attention..
Since we work on some sites it is only natural to post more there on other threads . When something happens on a site the number of posts increase. Even though you say it isn't about quality penalizing good posters for the number seems unfair.
I agree there are posters who keep saying the same things over and over again. In fact there are poster who same the same things on other threads and then start a new thread on the same thing again. I think that is the kind you need to target.
There are people who will start new unrelated threads some topics just because it pays more
I can only post about the things I know, so I will make myself scarce here.
Thanks for starting a thread on this topic.

[OldGuy]

You have indeed described the mission quite accurately. This project is not looking to penalize members based on volume at all. As I already stated, it is completely understandable that members will want to participate in topics of personal interest. Unique exchanges that add value to the topic are not the intended target of this probe even if you post 1000 times in the same topic.

It is merely that those who provide the high volume content are on a closer review to watch for those who keep saying the same things over and over again, or worse, say the same things on other threads and then start a new thread on the same thing again. There is a difference. That is what this project is looking for to eliminate or at least reduce.

[anil02]

After reading a message from OldGuy that posting repeatedly in a thread and this could lead to negative points to my posts, I have decided to stop posting in any thread.

It means you are leaving site?

[sprite1950]

After reading a message from OldGuy that posting repeatedly in a thread and this could lead to negative points to my posts, I have decided to stop posting in any thread.

You can post frequent comments in a thread as long as they are not too repetitive. As long as they are still adding value to the topic they are fine. It's the pointless stuff that people post just to earn that he wants to stop.

[bestwriter]

After reading a message from OldGuy that posting repeatedly in a thread and this could lead to negative points to my posts, I have decided to stop posting in any thread.

I have seen nonsense posts all over the place and those should be curbed. We should extend all support for this mission.

[ptrikha21]

I might have been guilty of being repetitive or duplicating things sometimes. Yet mostly, I do try to bring new content, new perspectives. That is why my earnings too lag at times, as my articles too are not as frequent as they could have been.
Now, I would be a bit more cautious and not post too much, especially on some of the posts with multiple threads.
I hope that other members too would adhere to this advice.

[suny]

After reading a message from OldGuy that posting repeatedly in a thread and this could lead to negative points to my posts, I have decided to stop posting in any thread.

You can post frequent comments in a thread as long as they are not too repetitive. As long as they are still adding value to the topic they are fine. It's the pointless stuff that people post just to earn that he wants to stop.

Thanks

After reading a message from OldGuy that posting repeatedly in a thread and this could lead to negative points to my posts, I have decided to stop posting in any thread.

I have seen nonsense posts all over the place and those should be curbed. We should extend all support for this mission.

Thank you very much! If I ever joined a forum site I will keep this in my mind
Cheers all!

[MysticMoons]

Well I know what you mean. Maybe you can close the topics where people keep saying
the same things over and over? This will motivate people to start making new topics.
I think that if new topics are made, there will be less of this posting forever in one topic.
I admit I used to do it. But won't anymore. Instead I will write up new topics that add more value to the site.

[sprite1950]

Well I know what you mean. Maybe you can close the topics where people keep saying
the same things over and over? This will motivate people to start making new topics.
I think that if new topics are made, there will be less of this posting forever in one topic.
I admit I used to do it. But won't anymore. Instead I will write up new topics that add more value to the site.

I don't think OldGuy is referring only to topics but also to the general tone of the forum where people just add a comment on the end of a thread without looking to see if a question has already been answered or even to say something meaningless which doesn't really relate to the topic just to earn a coin.

[SUPERSINGH]

I like to ask. Are we already earning less for our posts?

I started from zero today and after making 11 posts my earnings are less than 15 fc. How? Can somebody explain?

[anil02]

I like to ask. Are we already earning less for our posts?

I started from zero today and after making 11 posts my earnings are less than 15 fc. How? Can somebody explain?

I never count how many FC per post I am earning. I am also like to keep my post 10 a per day.

[SUPERSINGH]

Thanks old guy for giving me negative ratings but they are not making any sense. I'm 100 % sure that I cannot beat those posts and I shared my experience. If you need better then that then you are just asking for a bit too much.