IMHO:

I don't really think we need much in the way of elite levels since we all contribute to the board in our own way. However, I do think there should still be a designation for new people just so that us "old timers" can cut them some slack when they post to the board. I would recommend changing the new status to "Newbie" instead of "Jr. Member" which can be a bit demeaning. The "Newbie" status could change to the "Member" level after about 10 posts or so. By then, they should know their way around the board and some of the "unwritten" rules & nettiquette. Then they get no slack!

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Regards,
- Anna




[This message has been edited by AnnaS (edited 05-27-99).]