Forum matters and piracy

[ddrgn]

Over management and opinions rolled into one, I agree with Kapitanleutnant.

[Takeda Shingen]

Originally Posted by ddrgn

Over management and opinions rolled into one, I agree with Kapitanleutnant.

I'm not looking to start a fight with you, but how is the fact that discussion of any particular topic is not permitted opinion? That was my point in the above.

[ddrgn]

The rules are stated over and over again. If posters decline to read the rules and then break them, do what you must. I feel like I walk into a kindergarten class when I read this board, kids standing facing the corner, the rules written on the blackboard, the teacher front and center preaching the guidelines.

I think its clear where the admins stand and what the rules of the board, no need to rehash it over and over.

[Takeda Shingen]

Originally Posted by ddrgn

The rules are stated over and over again. If posters decline to read the rules and then break them, do what you must. I feel like I walk into a kindergarten class when I read this board, kids standing facing the corner, the rules written on the blackboard, the teacher front and center preaching the guidelines.

I think its clear where the admins stand and what the rules of the board, no need to rehash it over and over.

While I completely agree with you in that the environment is just plain silly and demeaning to guys like you who understand the rules (believe me that it is not my intention), I continue to have to issue infractions to people over it, with the same tired arguments in return.

You're right that people like you deserve better, and to that end I apologize. I try not to post in a grandiose fashion often, as I am not comfortable with it, so this time I tried, and evidently failed, at a humorous approach. However, your point stands and I must adjust my methods accordingly.

To the drawing board.

[ddrgn]

Sounds good, I do appreciate your response. Thanks.

[Zedi]

This reminds me to the banned discussion about marijuana, pr0n in public places. Everyboy know about it, many use it.. but is not allowed to talk about. It's just silly and childish.

I agree only on 1 thing... encouranging piracy should be forbidden, not talking about.

[GoldenRivet]

if you are implying that everyone uses game thieving methodology...

... you're wrong

personally i agree with the policy that is currently in place.

and i think that any poster or thread starter who advocates piwacy should face immediate banning.

[JScones]

Originally Posted by ddrgn

The rules are stated over and over again. If posters decline to read the rules and then break them, do what you must. I feel like I walk into a kindergarten class when I read this board, kids standing facing the corner, the rules written on the blackboard, the teacher front and center preaching the guidelines.

I think its clear where the admins stand and what the rules of the board, no need to rehash it over and over.

Oh man, I so agree. It's like 3rd class here sometimes. If people fail to abide by the rules, make them individually accountable, but Christ, don't start a new thread every other week to tell everyone. It's offensive. Ironically, it's a bit like implementing DRM...

I'd dare go as far as saying it's moderation out of control.

Anyway, looking forward to the new sticky on piracy next week.

[Takeda Shingen]

Originally Posted by JScones

Oh man, I so agree. It's like 3rd class here sometimes. If people fail to abide by the rules, make them individually accountable, but Christ, don't start a new thread every other week to tell everyone. It's offensive. Ironically, it's a bit like implementing DRM...

I'd dare go as far as saying it's moderation out of control.

Anyway, looking forward to the new sticky on piracy next week.

Really? Every other week? I suppose you have links to the others, right? This wouldn't be a gross exaggeration or anything, would it?

[Krauter]

Though I agree with you Magnum, I also see the point in discouraging talking about piracy.

With the option to talk about piracy, people may think of that as talking about Where and How, etc.

Though I do agree with the fact we should have some light shed on the situation. It's the same as a parent not even giving the time to talk to their teen about drinking, sex or drugs. If the said teen knows nothing about it, they may get curious and experiment..

This may be a silly comparison, but do you see my point?

Krauter

P.S: In no way am I encouraging the experimentation with piracy and its use. Please note that I do not advocate the breaking, bending or finding and exploitation of loopholes in the forum, EULA and anyother rules that you have accepted to abide by.

[Zedi]

Originally Posted by Krauter

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Though I do agree with the fact we should have some light shed on the situation. It's the same as a parent not even giving the time to talk to their teen about drinking, sex or drugs. If the said teen knows nothing about it, they may get curious and experiment.
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That's exactly my point. How the heck can u explain why the piracy sux when u can't even type it down?

[JScones]

Originally Posted by Takeda Shingen

Really? Every other week? I suppose you have links to the others, right? This wouldn't be a gross exaggeration or anything, would it?

Then perhaps you have a perception problem?

I don't know why you just don't blast away pirate/crack posts. No point leaving them for someone to inevitably quote from the FAQ, or leave them "to make an example" of someone, Just blow them, and the user, away.

No-one said a moderators job would be all fluffy bunnies and roses so whether you've "repeated myself to no end over the past two weeks" is of no consequence, relevance, or importance to me.

[Takeda Shingen]

Originally Posted by JScones

Then perhaps you have a perception problem?

I don't know why you just don't blast away pirate/crack posts. No point leaving them for someone to inevitably quote from the FAQ, or leave them "to make an example" of someone, Just blow them, and the user, away.

No-one said a moderators job would be all fluffy bunnies and roses so whether you've "repeated myself to no end over the past two weeks" is of no consequence, relevance, or importance to me.

Uh huh. I'm still waiting, pal.