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  1. #1
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    Default has the forum become disreputable?

    Well from where i am sitting, it seems the forum has become very disreputable. The reputation system is a very neglected forum tool since it was revamped some time ago.

    now please understand that i fully supported the revamp of the rep system as in its previous incarnation it had become unfair, for want of a better word.

    When it was revamped, I was hoping that it would be adopted once again by teh members as a one-click method of saying "yes i like that" or "no i dont" to their opinions, as it had been a year ago when i first joined, in a spirit of fun and not taken too seriously.

    it all went pear-shaped when some of us got enough hitting power to wipe out the small players in one hit. those days are over, everyone. its all about seeing someone giving you a little pat on the back, always nice to openthe user cp and seeing another greenie there, its not about climbing ladders.

    I know a few of us are still sending out heaps of greenies, jools and i are, but they seem to be a rare commodity compared to what they used to be.

    So lets see some movement once again in the reputation stakes

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    Doug. maaaate.... whats yer point here?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Christopha
    Doug. maaaate.... whats yer point here?
    Hic!
    nothing serious, stoppers, just observing that not that long ago, people were using the rep system to be nice to each other and hoping we can start doing it again. Im sure you like to open your user cp and find a greenie or two in there letting you know that your contribution has been worthwhile and is appreciated. i know i find it a great feeling. i havenever made a post with the intention of earning a greenie but its a pleasant surprise when you get one, and it makes the day so much better

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    I think the rot set in when all the

    BOUNCING

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    Think you'll find it was only a small minority who gave points, matter of fact, it's only a very small minority who even know what they are and how to use them. Most come here for the woodwork and not the points.

    However if it's points you want. Here..... I giveth.

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    Yep........ And I taketh away.

    All in the name if fair play for everyone.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Neil
    Yep........ And I taketh away.

    All in the name if fair play for everyone.
    Dr Jekyl and Mr Hyde strike again.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ubeaut
    Think you'll find it was only a small minority who gave points, matter of fact, it's only a very small minority who even know what they are and how to use them. Most come here for the woodwork and not the points.
    Must say I agree totally. I only come here for the information that a group of wonderful individuals share so readily. The fact that there are a couple of tossers here and there just makes it more like reality. I have learnt who's opinions to value and who's to ignore and who's to read and laugh at all by myself without the aid of greenies!!! And I didnt even know I could go into my user CP to see comments. :eek:
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    I agree with Doug in that it is nice to see them. I send them frequently and I do check from time to time to see if I have got any. I don't take it seriously, but it is a nice thing side interest. However, I know that I give far more than I receive (maybe that is saying something ).

    However, I doubt you will see much "movement" in the reps at the top end as the rep points are all very high, but the amount that are awarded since the latest revamp are much smaller, thus you don't see movement at the top end much at all.

    Mind you, that shouldn't really matter if you just like to see them as someone saying thanks for taking part.

    I don't see the rep system as adding a lot to the forums, but I do think that it adds something small extra quirk or interest (for me at least).

    As for Jekyll and Hyde up above, the company man advertises, the individual tells you what he thinks.

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    This is just a shifty grab for more greenies so that you can get above me on the list isn't it Doug?

    Well, it worked. Are you happy now. Don't expect me to speak to you ever again. Fine.

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    Quote Originally Posted by CameronPotter
    Mind you, that shouldn't really matter if you just like to see them as someone saying thanks for taking part.
    thats right cameron, i see them as just a little something to show that your efforts are appreciated, and it means something that someone takes the time to say so. its like sending a little card or someone giving you a sixpack for letting them use your thickneser for half an hour. its just a little token of appreciation that is always well received.

    Oh, nearly forgot.... Dan, those female tactics dont work on me

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    ...And anyway apparently this thread remind midge that he owed me one!

    Thanks Midge.

    But seriously, I agree entirely. it is just like a little card saying, "nice work/post/input, mate."

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    Quote Originally Posted by CameronPotter
    :
    But seriously, I agree entirely. it is just like a little card saying, "nice work/post/input, mate."

    Cam
    So do I, but every time I go to give a greenie the computer won't let me and I won't give out greenies willy nilly just to get over the 20 greenies hurdle.

    I think the increase to 20 before being able to give again was a mistake and is stopping the giving of a quick note or comment on a good post.


    Peter.

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    Just as well Bob Brown is not on this board, but it doesn't really matter as he has more greenies than the rest of us put together
    Stupidity kills. Absolute stupidity kills absolutely.

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    What do you mean BECOME disreputable? :confused:

    I'm still giving out greenies, but nowhere near as many as before. The system simply won't let me. I'll send the odd "joke" greeny out, but most of mine have been for posts that have merit.

    Is it my fault that it always seem to be the same people who're making worthwhile contributions? And that there's less than 20 of 'em? So... with the new, "improved" (HISS! BOO! :mad: ) limits I have to send out gratuitous greenies just so I can send to the ones that merit 'em. As that goes against the grain, I'm rapidly running up a heap of IOUs instead.

    For example, I still can't fire one your way... and how long ago was the last?
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