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From: bobsawyerdotcom
Well gang, after about 3-1/2 years of moderating this group, I'm about
ready to step down. It's become more of a chore or obligation that I
have to attend to more than something I *want* to do. So it's time for
me to move on.
But, I do not want to leave you all in limbo. So, if you have any
interest in moderating this group, let me know and I'll consider your
qualifications.
The qualifications I'm looking for are simple: you must be fair,
even-handed, and have been a member of this list for at least two to
three years. Very simple.
Duties are: moderating incoming newbie messages, deleting the spam
(and the spammers), and keeping discussions on-topic.
The other option is for me to simply allow anyone and everyone in, no
post moderation. That will allow new registrants the ability to sign
up and post immediately, which is a GOOD thing. The downside of that
is that I delete roughly 10-20 hit-and-run headhunter posts, spam
messages, and other crap on a weekly basis that you guys never see.
Turning off moderation would allow all that to come through.
So -- again, if you're interested in moderating, you match the
qualifications, etc., give me a shout and let's talk.
Thanks,
-Bob
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Hello Bob,
I am interested in your offer but before I start, may I
mention that I do not fit the criteria "member of this list for at least two
to three years".
I assist Gerry with his group php_and_mysql. I am more as a backup moderator
there though. I provide technical support so I am never away from the net
for long. I am an easy going person and tend to deal with thing by giving
them a gentle nudge in the right direction rather that being heavy handed
and upsetting people.
The moderation setup that seems to work best is to have all new members
moderated and make them unmoderated when they post an ontopic post. This
keeps the spammers at bay and is easier than deleting messages. Of course
there is always the option to make them moderated at a later stage if they
become disruptive.
Thanks, Rob.
