Minimum Member Specs Required?

No problem. I don't try to be negative, BTW - just frank and "matter of fact". That comes from years of doing technical writing where emotion has no place. But also, I often join threads where I see misinformation being presented, and sadly, I see that way too often. And frankly, I get upset when I see it? Why? Because, if there is one thing I've learned over the years it is that there is always more to learn, and things, including technologies, change. I post my credentials in my sig and my MVP badge with pride because I worked for them and earned them. So I make it a point to be right because I hate it when I'm wrong - and there's always someone out there trying to prove me wrong. With nearly 40 years working this IT stuff - 7 "working" the forums, I know a lot about computers, and so perhaps I am a pompous ass. But I am not so arrogant to think I cannot be wrong so I check my facts, I wear out Google, I including supporting links when necessary and I even run a spell check on my posts before posting. And so I get upset when I see wrong information presented when a simple Google search in the first place would have prevented it.

It's a good idea, but we, as responders, just cannot assume the system specs listed are for the computer in question. It may result in us giving wrong advice and that only delays, at best, the fix. I would suggest a READ THIS FIRST!sticky at the top of each forum, but we all know that does not work either. People still post HJT logs where they don't belong. Or hijack threads with their own problem.

Thanks, Trainable. No problem here - buried.

I'd also like to see some new members post the required information - however, I'm not keen on forcing users to fill out the system specs for many of the reasons outlined already in the thread - primarily the specs may not relate the PC with a problem and it would add to the registration process and limit some people registering.

Even with a "read me first" post, most new users will jump in with both feet and post anyway - those that do read it would probably fill in the specs already .

What I could do is make a notice appear for users with zero posts which provides them with some simple information on how to get started on the forums, where to post questions and what would enable them to get the best help. This would disappear after the 1st post automatically and users familiar with forums could just close the notification box with a single click. I'll have a look in to it this week and see what can be done to help new users, without adding any additional burden or annoying advanced forum users.

Aren't they always going to get the "best" help here? I assume you mean the right forum for the problem they are having, and what information they need to provide initially to minimize delays in getting that help faster.

Nibs,

After reading your post I will from this day forward have to question your judgement.

I maintain a list of 29 names ...
and I would have to say even if I upped it to 50 ...
I could never justify ...

adding Nicole Kidman to the list! ahhhhhh!

Well, all I can say is... one man's treasure is another man's trash! LOL! (At least she finally dumped T. Cruise.)



If Nicole Kidman is busy, then I'll settle for Charlize Theron! Woohoo!



Or... Gwyneth Paltrow

I must ask why you are pointing a finger at someone because of their looks when you know nothing of their personality. I would much rather point a finger at a lesser attractive person than a total B_T_H.

OK Charlize will be #30 - nice gams on the kid.

It seems you like 'em blonde; except for Uma Thurman all mine are brunettes (well Malin Akerman is normally blonde but I only like her as a brunette - see The Watchmen).

Gwyneth Paltrow, to me, seems sweet but not sexy.

And yes we may be misjudging them based on their movie roles and tabloid misinformation but as they are movie stars and sex symbols, hey that's what we do. If they have great personalities it will help when they aren't wearing the make-up BTW, it's not our FINGER that is pointing, that would be rude.

Oh and Nibs, I think current Mrs Cruise, Katie is much hotter than the ex. She has an air about her, even in sweats with the babies she is class.

Actually Strawberry Blondes aka Redheads, except for Charlize.

@C_C -I'm not sure if you're referring to me or TM.

Plus I've never really thought about any of the three being a b_t_h.

Edit: Ms. Kidman has more talent, intelligence and overall panache that Cruise and Holmes ever thought of possessing. Plus the fact that Mr & Mrs Cruise are scientologists. (Don't get me started).

Ms. Theron is the most talented of the three though. Her work ethic, drive, intelligence and overall personality are very rare these days amongst celebs.

BTH - Babe to hold ???

Seriously, I don't text so I'm not big on acronyms. What is BTH?