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Adam · 02-08-2007, 06:51 PM

Hi guys,

I've been noticing that several threads in which users simply ask questions are popping up in the Pentax DSLR FAQ forum. Please, remember that this section is not for asking questions; it's supposed to contain user-submitted articles that answer frequent questions.

With this in mind, I'd like to gather some input from the community about the future of this section. Do you think that we should keep it as it is, or should it perhaps be closed to public posting (requiring moderator thread approval)? A merge with the tips and techiniques forum would also be possible...

Thanks for your help!

Adam
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Alvin · 02-08-2007, 08:53 PM

I almost certain I asked questions in there when I was a new user here and quickly realized that what I was doing was wrong.

Closing the section to public posting would be a good idea because a posting where a question is asked in the section almost always turns into a discussion thread.

It should be more like what I believe you envisioned it - the frequently asked question on the subject line, answer in the post.

foxglove · 02-09-2007, 06:48 AM

I've been meaning to suggest that you change the FAQ section for some time, but it always slips my mind. Moderator-approved threads would be a great idea.

Julie

Adam · 02-09-2007, 07:59 AM

Originally posted by foxglove

I've been meaning to suggest that you change the FAQ section for some time, but it always slips my mind. Moderator-approved threads would be a great idea.

Julie

Looks like that's the plan, then. I'll also add a more noticeable readme thread to clarify how the section works

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02-08-2007, 06:51 PM	#1
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	The Pentax FAQ Section Hi guys, I've been noticing that several threads in which users simply ask questions are popping up in the Pentax DSLR FAQ forum. Please, remember that this section is not for asking questions; it's supposed to contain user-submitted articles that answer frequent questions. With this in mind, I'd like to gather some input from the community about the future of this section. Do you think that we should keep it as it is, or should it perhaps be closed to public posting (requiring moderator thread approval)? A merge with the tips and techiniques forum would also be possible... Thanks for your help! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

02-08-2007, 08:53 PM	#2
Alvin Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,517	Yes to closing public posting of FAQ section I almost certain I asked questions in there when I was a new user here and quickly realized that what I was doing was wrong. Closing the section to public posting would be a good idea because a posting where a question is asked in the section almost always turns into a discussion thread. It should be more like what I believe you envisioned it - the frequently asked question on the subject line, answer in the post.

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02-09-2007, 06:48 AM	#3
foxglove Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Atlantic Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,049	I've been meaning to suggest that you change the FAQ section for some time, but it always slips my mind. Moderator-approved threads would be a great idea. Julie

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608 Original Poster	Originally posted by foxglove I've been meaning to suggest that you change the FAQ section for some time, but it always slips my mind. Moderator-approved threads would be a great idea. Julie Looks like that's the plan, then. I'll also add a more noticeable readme thread to clarify how the section works Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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