Originally posted by mattdm I've seen quite a few hostile messages in response to rumor threads started by relatively new posters. I know we've got a history here of some craziness surrounding rumor-mongers, but new Pentaxians coming here don't know about all of that should be treated with friendliness and with respect. The tagline up there on the logo says "Friendly Pentax Discussion Community". Let's keep it that way.
rumors are nice, but should be kept in line and not get out of hand
if these new pentaxians go straight into the rumors section and start posting useless junk, i see no problem in keeping them in line.
forums are like newspapers, read first, respond later.
if you're unsure, start a thread by saying "i'm sorry if this has been brought up before" or "i couldnt find the answers i wanted through the search function"
people that start threads with words and phrases that indicate like they just stumbled on a goldmine, first hand, never before seen information, like they know everyone here, as if they have credability, with little to no supporting subject body, and just post a link with smiley faces, need a slap to the back of the head.
dont be an idiot and you'll be treated with respect.
being friendly to everyone for no other reason than to be friendly,
is creepy, and quite honestly, very naive.
maybe its just the way i was raised, when i did something stupid and people told me i was an idiot, i didnt get angry, i would work hard to a) udnerstand why i made the mistake and b) try to never make it again. It seems i was one of the few.