Hi everyone,
Since we instituted the BLF peer moderation system, I would say we have generally been able to handle SPAM very effectively as a community. Thanks to everyone who has pulled the trigger on SPAM, thus eliminating it quickly. Just a few reminders about the "Mark as SPAM" button on every post...
- Please remember that the "Mark as SPAM" button is for SPAM posts that are totally off topic (medicine, drugs, gambling, inflatable octopus gadgets, etc). Similarly it could be used to get rid of inconsiderate, obnoxious sellers who acts as shills, pretending to be buyers when they are really just trying to post a link to their site.
- However, please remember that BLF encourages links to legitimate flashlight products that could be of interest to us. Please do NOT mark legitimate sellers as SPAM, especially when they make relevant posts or introduce their company in the correct category.
- This is not Slashdot. ;-) Please do NOT use the SPAM button when you disagree with somebody. Just reply in a comment (in a respectful tone) why you disagree.
- If your account shows a negative SPAM rating, it's probably just a mistake. Please don't be offended. Just send me a PM and I'll fix it ASAP.
That's all. Have fun!