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Thank You, :):):)
112 isn't enough. Maybe if you had 115 or so, but then only maybe. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick
Doesn't really help me, but thanks. I just look at what people post and can pretty much figure out from there if it all sounds reasonable or not.
I just mentioned it for people that used the rep feature to determine a user's reliability. Then it might be helpful.
I'm not too up on the forum features. I only recently figured out how to proplerly view blogs and that there are user groups and such.:blushing:
I have to agree, but I think that the 20 is definately too high... There's lots of posts in the last few days that move me deeply and I can't give the persons rep for it. I think it should be 0 so that we can give rep freely. otherwise it's like limiting the amount of respect we can give other members that are more than wise in their ways and contribute much of the info on the boards.
Can we set up a poll for the cycle count?
As I understand it though (from what I think Crash posted earlier) lowering the number also means some jerk can pile the negative rep on you if they dont like you for any reason. I'm not sure that is such a good idea. I dont know if it would be possible to leave the negative the way it is but lower the number for the positive rep....
How I see it, is Chris gets paid for clicks, hits, traffic, viewers coming here. Viewers come for quality content and/or entertainment. It is in Chris's interest to support us, by creating the tools where-by we can support, reward, acknowledge quality, useful, well presented information.
One way is you get to 100 post and your rep-cycle drops to 10 from 20. When you get to 200 post your rep-cycle drops to 5, get to 500 posts there is no constraint. The other thing is Reputation points could be be removed for behavior unbecoming to a member.
This is the part about changing it that I am concerned about. I see you have two green boxes now and I believe you deserve them. I would never leave negative rep but others might. If there is no limit to the amount of negative you can leave then one person that is upset with just one of your posts can clean you out. I'm sure the mods could fix this but that is just one more thing they might have to deal with. Just my 2 cents!Quote:
Originally Posted by Sourdough
No.....I was not clear, the points could only be removed by the Mods. and for good cause. In fact I see no value in having the RED or Negative rep available for members to use against other members.
Well then I am in full agreement with you on this.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sourdough
I've forwarded the concern to Chris. I see some very valid arguments pro and con. Reducing the number or eliminating it all together opens the door for abuse. However, as mods, we've seen posts we'd like to rep and are prevented from doing so because of the settings. We've talked about that very thing. Abuse can be managed assuming it isn't rampant and I don't see that being an issue with this community.
Sourdough, your suggestion of removing reputation points for improper behavior is an intriguing idea. I'll pass that along as well.
I don't know if it is possible in the software to change the number of "reps" that have to be distributed based on the number of posts a member has, but I like the idea.
I tried to give you some rep for that Sourdough, but it would not let me.
I don't understand the incentive or why you would want the reputation to drop. If someone is providing quality posts why penalize them for doing it?
Assuming the member is concerned about reputation, doesn't setting a target number like 500 provide an incentive to make that many posts, regardless of quality, just to make the target? Looks like a sales incentive to me. But as I said, I don't understand it. Perhaps a bit more explanation would help.
The way I took it was kind of like the system is set up now where longevity and number of posts increases your rep power, so too would the same criteria change the frequency for which you could add rep to an individual.
So 3 green bars and 10,000 posts let's you place immediate rep, for example, while 1 green bar and 500 posts restrict you to rep'ing 10 other folks before you can rep the same person? I like that idea a lot but I don't think the software is designed to do that. That's a bit like the elders bringing the younger ones along. I like that idea.
Something like that. As you said - don't know that the software would support it or not, but something along those lines.
If that was possible, then that would be a great way to do it.
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Originally Posted by crashdive123
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Originally Posted by rwc1969
There are 5 Different "Levels" of Reputation so far. May change after someone gets 3 green thingies( or two or more Red:eek:). They are, going from Lowest to highest:Quote:
Originally Posted by rwc1969
1)"Has had a little Shameless behavior in the past" Represented by one Red bar thingie.
2) This one applies only to Chris, the owner of the forum. He has a Gray box and it says: "Disabled Rep"
The next is for those who have just one green thingie, yet there are two/three different phrases you may see.
3)"Is an unknown quantity at this point"
4)"is on a distinguished road"
both of the above apply to those with just one green box.
The next phrase will apply to those with either just one or with two green boxes. The fifth (so far) phrase is:
5) "Will become famous soon enough"
To see these "levels" just rest your cursor on the reputation box(es) and the phrase will pop up.
OK after doing a little "research" on this reputation thing. The only possible negative Reputations would occur with those who have the phrase(s) 1 & 3 above. I think. I think those with the "unknown qty." phrase started with the Normal 10 rep points and had some detracted.Quote:
Originally Posted by Camp10
By far and large the vast majority of members have either the level 4 or 5 phrase applied to them. Those with phrase #3 (unknown qty.phrase) are fewer than 100 members.(I didn't count) Of those I only recognized one person as a regular member that posts. Only two have the lowest Rep rating.and Chris is the only one with Rep disabled. So assuming that my "Guesstimation" is correct, Only 100+/- have the lowest two phrases, and Chris' is disabled. EVERYONE ELSE has positive Rep. SO having said all that it would seem to me that the concern for "Rep abuse" is a poor argument at best.(I think this says a LOT about the maturity level [regardless of age] of the entire membership here)
Yes someone may get a red thingie every now and then. Heck I might get one for this post but it won't change the way I eat breakfast or where I eat it!LOL :drool:{Did someone say breakfast?)
But I think from this limited research that the "Rep" thing is being used in a positive way. In RWC's post that I quoted above there were only 5 with double green, now there are 8 I believe. I think this is proof positive that the Rep system is being used in a positive manner. Just wanted to throw this out there, it's just my 2 cents worth.
I've tried for the last 3 days to give rep to at least 10 different people. There's been some good posts lately that I've really enjoyed. I haven't been able to give rep to anyone. Keeps telling me I gotta spread it around.
I'm a little frustrated that I can't tell these folks with rep that their posts were very good. What are we gonna do about this?
I got a RED one, I just got a big fat bold flashing RED one. I got another demerit.....:cold::cold::cold:
Yeah, I got a red once on a welcome post in the intro's!! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Sourdough
But mine came from Sarge so it counts extra.
The comment that they left said "SILLY"..........imagine that on this forum being accused of being "SILLY".:clap:
YCC - the way it is set up is that you have to give out 20 different ones before you can give rep to the same person.
As far as negative rep and being silly? Heck I've gotten a green one and red one for the exact same post. Go figure.
I've only been told to spread some rep a few times. It might be that I have the wrong idea but I tend to give rep for things that I find helpful, etc. It's more like a hall pass than your virginity...you dont have to hold it for that one special post!
20 is just too many.
You know if you made a good post recently guys.. I tried to give you rep, but until we get several more folks making useful / worthwhile posts I can't give you any more. Sorry, but the rules are the rules. Just know that I tried to. You know who you are!
This is something that's being discussed. I hope we have a resolution soon. I feel the same way because I get hit with the "spread the love" bug, too. You guys that have received negative rep, you can't see who gave it? Don't you have a column that says "Posted by"?
Nope. Just 3 lines. a link to the post, the date and what the comment was.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick
That's a different view than I have. I can see who posted for me, which I think is nice.
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Originally Posted by Rick
NO........But it is fairly easy to guess, based on the referenced post.
That's awesome system. I have three bad ones...no good ones.
How many bad ones til I can't post anymore?
LOL,I got one for that once as well,but I KNOW who did it,because he mentioned on the forum once that I had 2000 posts or more only in the intro thread, I think he is still lurking on the forum!Quote:
Originally Posted by Camp10
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Originally Posted by red lake
Get "Four of a Kind"......and you win a set of: Gin-zo Steak Knives.........:clap:
At least your posts are inspiring some people.Quote:
Originally Posted by red lake
I Have 2, One green one for a funny post from my Ol Buddy Ken :) and One Red one for meeting Sarge :sneaky2:
LOL
SO, do the RED ones count against the green. does your total points go down because of the red thingies.
I gave you a "positive" & now your green! Enjoy! :cool2:Quote:
Originally Posted by red lake
The short answer is yes. Negative rep subtracts from Positive rep. Chris will have to answer how much, however. That's set in the admin tables. Based on what I can see, it might be 4 points for each negative rep.
Just as a reminder, negative rep isn't for when you simply disagree with a post of don't like a post for that matter. It should be reserved for something a little stronger. From the instructions:
When should/shouldn't I give negative reputation?
The issue of when you should give negative reputation is a tough one. Unlike positive reputation, do NOT give a member negative reputation ("rep" for short) if you simply disagree with them. For example, if a member posts a post stating that they believe the Rambo knives are the best and you disagree, do not give them negative reputation. It will not prove anything for yourself and will just make you look like an angry person who can't accept anyone disagreeing with your opinions. Basically speaking, only give negative reputation in extreme situations. If the person is personally insulting you, harassing other members, being rude and nasty, you may think about giving negative reputation. Please note that abusing the reputation system may result in disciplinary actions.
It sure is, RWC! If you want examples of "defamatory," just look at what 2dumb posts about me. :sneaky2:Quote:
Originally Posted by rwc1969
Ouch !,,,,,