What do YOU think of mods and the TOU rules(poll)

What is your opinion?

I think this is a minefield.

I will say this. There seems to be a lot of room for interpretation of the TOU by the mods, and there is no appeal process.

I love the mods! Let them bless us with their glory! [spoiler] Shh, you fool, they're watching us! We have to hold these meetings in private, so they don't know of our plans to rebel and take over Gamespot! [/spoiler] chessmaster1989

Some of them I like, some I dislike, others I like a little too much.

Do I think they are fair?

Maybe, other than that I dislike them. Mostly because I feel that they can moderate you for simple dumb things at times...

Too strict, honestly._Verm

[QUOTE="_Verm"]Too strict, honestly.blazingkiller63

[QUOTE="blazingkiller63"][QUOTE="_Verm"]Too strict, honestly.Taylor_B

In the eyes of a ranger, the unsuspecting stranger had better know the truth of wrong from right. When the eyes of a ranger are upon you anything you do he's gonna see. When you're on Gamespot look behind you, because that's where the ranger's gonna be.

Basically mods=rangers and both are totally awesome. They keep order and are very understanding. They just want what's best for this site and it's for the greater good that you obey the ToU.

[QUOTE="jimmyjammer69"]I won't generalise. I've been treated fairly, and when I've crossed the line I've been aware of it at the moment I hit submit. The TOU is deliberately vague on some points though, and I can count on one hand (maybe finger) the number of mods who are totally impartial, so why take silly risks? Also, I'm willing to put money on this being hijacked by a bunch of mods within 5 minutes. (That's not against the gambling part of the TOU, is it?)blazingkiller63

I think that they used to be a lot worse. Prior to that, things were easy-going IMO. Now, I would say they're so-so. No complaints from me.

I think quite a few mods could possibly learn some lessons on how to do thier jobs really.But i have known a few good mods.

Oh for mods that are going to bann me for speaking & asking opinion, blazingkiller63 is my alt acount, just so you know.

While not "perfect," I am fine with TOU. It allows for things to stay civil, which is the way I prefer it.

I find the only way to not get moderated is to think that this is the care bear forums.

I have never had a problem with them. On the two occasions where I received a point loss moderation, I knew there was an excellent chance of being moderated when I posted what I did. I just decided it was worth it, because the people I responded to were in one case gloating about doing something which could put innocent people at risk, and in the second case, harrassing another user here.

Never had a questionable moderation. Others have reported being moderated seriously under what I thought were questionable circumstances, but it was always when trodding on risky territory. My advice to avoid moderations? Earn the respect of the moderators of the forum you post at by posting in an intelligent and friendly manner before you post controversial words at the forum. It's entirely possible to debate without offending anyone. Many of the established users do this on a regular basis. Compare the posts of, say, GabuEx to some of our dearly departed users who weren't annoying fools, and you'll find that there is a very clear difference in the level of respect demonstrated towards opponents.

I really don't mind the TOS, and I don't mind the moderators upholding them. There are plenty of places on the internet where you can use your cloak of anonymity to be nasty to people who don't agree with you. Far more places than those where you are expected to treat everyone with respect - even people who don't necessarily deserve it based on their own nasty behavior.

The TOU are slightly too strict. The mods are stupidly strict.

I have never had a problem with them. On the two occasions where I received a point loss moderation, I knew there was an excellent chance of being moderated when I posted what I did. I just decided it was worth it, because the people I responded to were in one case gloating about doing something which could put innocent people at risk, and in the second case, harrassing another user here.

Never had a questionable moderation. Others have reported being moderated seriously under what I thought were questionable circumstances, but it was always when trodding on risky territory. My advice to avoid moderations? Earn the respect of the moderators of the forum you post at by posting in an intelligent and friendly manner before you post controversial words at the forum. It's entirely possible to debate without offending anyone. Many of the established users do this on a regular basis. Compare the posts of, say, GabuEx to some of our dearly departed users who weren't annoying fools, and you'll find that there is a very clear difference in the level of respect demonstrated towards opponents.

I really don't mind the TOS, and I don't mind the moderators upholding them. There are plenty of places on the internet where you can use your cloak of anonymity to be nasty to people who don't agree with you. Far more places than those where you are expected to treat everyone with respect - even people who don't necessarily deserve it based on their own nasty behavior.

pianist

The TOU are slightly too strict. The mods are stupidly strict.

bangell99

I find the only way to not get moderated is to think that this is the care bear forums.

carrot-cake

[QUOTE="bangell99"]

The TOU are slightly too strict. The mods are stupidly strict.

blazingkiller63

That's probably true, actually. :P

I prefer having them around.Yes some do need to learn a lesson or two but quite a few are fine.

Debate is very easy to do without offending anyone.As you can see in my martial arts topic im debating with someone right now.Kinda pointless since he isnt even attempting to grasp anything but at least its not entirely offensive.I prefer this to anything else.Though the mods have been known to let me have my fun when im taking care of a fool insulting one of my friends.I typically get allowed to have a field trip with it.Thats fun and the person usually deserves it.

But mods are here for a reason.As long as things go well i dont mind them.

Oh for mods that are going to bann me for speaking & asking opinion, blazingkiller63 is my alt acount, just so you know.

wonderboy63

some of the others and/or abuse their power.Neon-Tiger

[QUOTE="wonderboy63"]

Oh for mods that are going to bann me for speaking & asking opinion, blazingkiller63 is my alt acount, just so you know.

MAILER_DAEMON

[QUOTE="carrot-cake"]

I find the only way to not get moderated is to think that this is the care bear forums.

Taylor_B

I love the mods. It's easy being a law-abiding citizen you know.