Re: Moderated List
- Posted by Jim <futures8 at PCOLA.GULF.NET> Aug 22, 2000
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The problem with moderation (IMHO) is that otherwise valuable contributions can be lost to list subscribers. My experience with lists going moderated is that the best contributors drop off the list. I've noticed that MTS (for example) often responds to calls for help, with pertinent and informed information. I'd hate to see that kind of valuable input lost to us. Yes, he does use some pretty foul and disappointing language, but I can just pass those comments by, and thank him for those comments which are of real value. I can also just ignore those posts which are nothing but foul flames. Those who feel that they must respond to him in kind, are providing him with the perfect opportunity to entertain himself by responding even more gleefully. So, my vote is for no moderation of the list. I know that opinion will outrage some on the list. If so, please just ignore it, and don't flame me, 'cuz I'll just ignore the flames. Regards, Jim John Coonrod wrote: > One alternative to human moderation is a rules-based filter, weeding out > messages with profanity and any users who abuse the list (ie, > Bozo-filtering). The Euphoria list has gotten particularly bad of late, and > I would support cleaning it up. > > John Coonrod