arno Posted 17, April 2007 Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 Ummm how does one know the quality of advice given in various forums? I have noticed people giving advice and they quite often sound like experts but are they? Should there be some form of moderating? Or maybe everyone should just be allowed to say anything and let the buyer beware? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jeffster Posted 17, April 2007 Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 Ummm how does one know the quality of advice given in various forums? I have noticed people giving advice and they quite often sound like experts but are they? Should there be some form of moderating? Or maybe everyone should just be allowed to say anything and let the buyer beware? Who moderates the moderators It's like all things on the net, you have to take it with a grain of salt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murcod Posted 17, April 2007 Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 Or maybe everyone should just be allowed to say anything and let the buyer beware? Yep, that's a good description of internet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R26DAVE Posted 17, April 2007 Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 Ummm how does one know the quality of advice given in various forums? Caveat Emptor. Seriously though, just like any adventure in life, or any decision you make, the amount of research you do is up to you. A forum is just one avenue to explore. But if you hang around for a while, you will certainly get a good idea of who really knows their stuff, and who is full of pi$$ and thunder. Any particular reason why you're asking............??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arno Posted 17, April 2007 Author Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 er.... no .... no .... not at all ....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e.Sport Posted 17, April 2007 Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 Allo Allo. What going on ere now Information is two way street. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClioF1 Posted 17, April 2007 Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 er.... no .... no .... not at all ....... If you think someone (including me) has posted something that isn't factual or logical then let us know. Keep in mind car forums are just a place to discuss various topics and bring people with a common interest together. Thats it. Everyone's knowledge is limited to certain areas, but why complain about something that is esentially free? Lastly, its important to think for yourself... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted 17, April 2007 Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 As far as im concerned that more opinions on somthing the better.. Some people are full of sh!t but their opinions are still worthwhile, as this make your desision even easier to make I'd like to see someone try and remove all the crap from the information superhighway :D *insert job for super google" Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arno Posted 17, April 2007 Author Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 My question (which was not a complaint) was about "quality of advice". If you ask a question and someone answers it in such a way as they sound like an expert then you tend to react to that answer as if it came from an expert. I was just questioning whether there should or could be a scaling system for giving advice? EG someone who is an engineer or background in mechanics could be assigned say three stars. Someone who just enjoys their car and is an enthusiast but no background in mechanics could be a one star. It was just a thought. You already assign status according to number of posts. Anyway what the heck. It got people talking anyway~! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClioF1 Posted 17, April 2007 Report Share Posted 17, April 2007 My question (which was not a complaint) was about "quality of advice". If you ask a question and someone answers it in such a way as they sound like an expert then you tend to react to that answer as if it came from an expert. I was just questioning whether there should or could be a scaling system for giving advice? EG someone who is an engineer or background in mechanics could be assigned say three stars. Someone who just enjoys their car and is an enthusiast but no background in mechanics could be a one star. It was just a thought. You already assign status according to number of posts. Anyway what the heck. It got people talking anyway~! I'm an engineer but I'll tell you now theres a heap I don't know about cars so that discounts that theory Seriously, quality of advice is something that is covered in some flashier forum software these days. What happens is that every 'good' post that someone nominates you for adds to your tally and it is listed under your post count. We're not looking to upgrade anytime soon and I don't think phpBB covers this unfortunately. Without being judgemental you do end up figuring out who knows their stuff on here, and in certain areas. There is a lot of knowledge around the place but a lot of the time you need to fill in the gaps to make up your own mind on what direction to head in. The other issue is the people side - there are always political and commercial issues at play that shape someone's response in addition to the technical side Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dish Posted 18, April 2007 Report Share Posted 18, April 2007 ... and post count means jack! It's not about quantity - it's about qualilty. There's an old proverb that goes something like "We've been given two ears and one mouth, so listen twice as much as you speak"... So what I'm saying is, some people post a lot, but if that includes simple emoticon replies, it's adding to their count but not adding any substance There are many members in our forum alone who have very low post counts after months or even years of membership, but I'd certainly take heed of what they have to say in an important discussion as I know that they either have experience in the topic, have their profession to back them up, or simply because they explain their case in a logical & level headed manner. If one is to rely simply on another's single opinion on something, then that is treading on thin ice if you cannot establish how credible either they are or the opinion they give. An opinion will only be misguiding if it is stated as fact though... as long as you're aware that it is only an opinion then you should be able to use that information to guide your own thoughts in analysing whatever it is you're trying to work out. Many opinions and experiences on the one topic will certainly assist you in deciding which way your thoughts should lead. But yes, caveat emptor indeed! This is the internet after all!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arno Posted 18, April 2007 Author Report Share Posted 18, April 2007 Hey, very good replies - thanks for your comments. I wont go on and on about this but I will say that it both amuses me and concerns me to see people giving advice (like experts) when I can see that they are not. I do however defend their right to say whatever they like and as you suggest it is all to be taken in the context of a forum on the internet. One good thing is that I imagine that everyone here has a common interest in the renault mobile and here is a good place to share ideas both good and bad. Any in conclusion thanks for the great replies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murcod Posted 18, April 2007 Report Share Posted 18, April 2007 ... and post count means jack! It's not about quantity - it's about qualilty. Yep too true! Plenty of people on forums are "post whores" who spend 95% of their time either in the "off topic" section or filling the "Tech" sections of car forums with mindless dribble... They do this because they feel better having a large post count, but it can degrade the forum and discourage people with serious questions from joining or posting. That's part of the reason I've previously suggested that hidden post counts are a good idea. It will discourage this sort of poster. **** oh yeah, nobody take offense to the above comments- I frequent a number of vehicle forums. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biologist Posted 18, April 2007 Report Share Posted 18, April 2007 Hey, very good replies - thanks for your comments. I wont go on and on about this but I will say that it both amuses me and concerns me to see people giving advice (like experts) when I can see that they are not. I do however defend their right to say whatever they like and as you suggest it is all to be taken in the context of a forum on the internet. One good thing is that I imagine that everyone here has a common interest in the renault mobile and here is a good place to share ideas both good and bad.Any in conclusion thanks for the great replies. You've got the right idea there Arno. Its all about putting the 'advice' into perspective and making up your own mind in the end. I've no technical qualifications regarding cars or motorsport, just a few decades of experience in the sport and a few self taught mechanical skills grovelling under antique computerless cars. So beware of my advice, its seriously deficient in qualifications. cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffyn Posted 12, September 2011 Report Share Posted 12, September 2011 Just cleared some spam from this thread (gravedigging anyone?) and thought it still relevant. I believe the correct term here is *BUMP* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BG 172 Posted 12, September 2011 Report Share Posted 12, September 2011 Ah yeah, missed the dates.. I like to start with my own hypothesis, then by reading you add more or less weight to your own idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClioF1 Posted 16, September 2011 Report Share Posted 16, September 2011 Blast from the past, it's freaky reading your own posts sometimes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkie86 Posted 16, September 2011 Report Share Posted 16, September 2011 I love keyboard warriors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragyn Posted 27, September 2011 Report Share Posted 27, September 2011 I love keyboard warriors Are they part of the same family as Hack-tivists? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biologist Posted 27, September 2011 Report Share Posted 27, September 2011 so punny... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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