BigDave
FreeNAS Enthusiast
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I think that most everyone would agree that for the most part, more patience is called for when dealing
with newbies in this forum. Having said that, I think the bulk of the negative responses stem from
the frustration of dealing with the same questions over and over again. Since this one simple issue
seems to cause most of us to 'grind our teeth", I think it's going to finally come down to "forced
cooperation".
with newbies in this forum. Having said that, I think the bulk of the negative responses stem from
the frustration of dealing with the same questions over and over again. Since this one simple issue
seems to cause most of us to 'grind our teeth", I think it's going to finally come down to "forced
cooperation".
I'm sure that this one step will not cure all of the forum issues, but is it a step in the right direction?The mods tried to solve the problem you describe with something of a 10 question test that you had to take before you could post to the forums. Nothing difficult, but enough that not only could spammer not be able to answer the questions (solves one problem right there!) but it also makes sure you have done some basic research. I'm talking silly questions like "What is the minimum RAM for FreeNAS?" and others that, if you can't answer, you shouldn't really be posting as you haven't done your due diligence first. But that was shot down for various reasons. I (and virtually all of the mods) think this is still a viable option, but its been a dead option for 2+ years.