New feature added... Did you like this post?

Bill Gardner · 4/25/09, 12:15 AM

I added a new feature to the board... You simply vote Yes or No on whether you liked a post or not. This feature will not reveal who voted. It reads "Did you like this post? Yes | No" If you think the wording needs changed... give me some ideas.

I hope you find it useful.

Bill Gardner · 4/25/09, 12:33 AM

Please let me know if you experience any errors.

sprinter25 · 4/25/09, 10:06 AM

Bill, you seem to have a bit of time on your hands... While the new features are OK, they're not something that I'd be likely to use......

cecil98 · 4/25/09, 10:27 AM

I'm not sure what the purpose is. Perhaps to censor those whose ideas or opinions are unpopular? I see ideas/opinions on here that I dislike and I see those that I do like. If I have an opinion or idea, regarding a thread, whether or not I agree with or like the post, I will contribute to the discussion. If I have no opinion or have nothing relevant to contribute, I move on to the next thread. I don't think it matters whether people like or dislike a thread or post. If it's vulgar or an "over the top" personal attack, then I expect the board moderators to remove it. Otherwise, let the information, opinions and debates flow freely.

DonMoore10 · 4/25/09, 11:07 AM

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Bill Gardner · 4/25/09, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sprinter25

Bill, you seem to have a bit of time on your hands... While the new features are OK, they're not something that I'd be likely to use......

Thanks for the input... As for the time... I am recovering from cancer treatment what else am I suppose to do. Roll over and play dead.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cecil98

I'm not sure what the purpose is. Perhaps to censor those whose ideas or opinions are unpopular? I see ideas/opinions on here that I dislike and I see those that I do like. If I have an opinion or idea, regarding a thread, whether or not I agree with or like the post, I will contribute to the discussion. If I have no opinion or have nothing relevant to contribute, I move on to the next thread. I don't think it matters whether people like or dislike a thread or post. If it's vulgar or an "over the top" personal attack, then I expect the board moderators to remove it. Otherwise, let the information, opinions and debates flow freely.

The purpose was to add something that some folks might use... It is that simple. If you choose not to use it... fine.

leo4502003 · 4/25/09, 11:20 AM

I fear this feature will discourage the more shy or introverted among us from sharing information or offering often considered and valuable opinions. Too many other forums have become dominated by overconfident show-offs looking only for attention or controversy. The "ignore this thread" feature for our personal use only seems a sufficient and non-contentious way to avoid what each of us doesn't want to revisit.

Lee Booth or Bleephead (as you wish)

Bill Gardner · 4/25/09, 11:37 AM

Not that it matters... but the wording has been changed to... Did you find this post helpful?

pletchfan · 4/25/09, 3:10 PM

Bill, I would just like to say I appreciate all you do on this board whether I make use of it or not. I am VERY glad you are feeling good enough to be on the board. I know all about those cancer treatments, they take a lot out of you and many days you just feel really bad!!! So kuddos to you for being on the board and thinking up new things for us. We are still remembering you in our prayers.

4/25/09, 10:06 AM	#3 Re: New feature added... Did you like this post?
sprinter25 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 547	Bill, you seem to have a bit of time on your hands... While the new features are OK, they're not something that I'd be likely to use......

4/25/09, 10:27 AM	#4 Re: New feature added... Did you like this post?
cecil98 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,399	I'm not sure what the purpose is. Perhaps to censor those whose ideas or opinions are unpopular? I see ideas/opinions on here that I dislike and I see those that I do like. If I have an opinion or idea, regarding a thread, whether or not I agree with or like the post, I will contribute to the discussion. If I have no opinion or have nothing relevant to contribute, I move on to the next thread. I don't think it matters whether people like or dislike a thread or post. If it's vulgar or an "over the top" personal attack, then I expect the board moderators to remove it. Otherwise, let the information, opinions and debates flow freely.

4/25/09, 11:20 AM	#7 Re: New feature added... Did you like this post?
leo4502003 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 16	I fear this feature will discourage the more shy or introverted among us from sharing information or offering often considered and valuable opinions. Too many other forums have become dominated by overconfident show-offs looking only for attention or controversy. The "ignore this thread" feature for our personal use only seems a sufficient and non-contentious way to avoid what each of us doesn't want to revisit. Lee Booth or Bleephead (as you wish)

4/25/09, 11:37 AM	#8 Re: New feature added... Did you like this post?
Bill Gardner Administrator Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 4,077	Not that it matters... but the wording has been changed to... Did you find this post helpful?

4/25/09, 3:10 PM	#9 Re: New feature added... Did you like this post?
pletchfan Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,116	Bill, I would just like to say I appreciate all you do on this board whether I make use of it or not. I am VERY glad you are feeling good enough to be on the board. I know all about those cancer treatments, they take a lot out of you and many days you just feel really bad!!! So kuddos to you for being on the board and thinking up new things for us. We are still remembering you in our prayers.