What I have been wondering is, (as though Max & co don't have enough to do) how come we don't have a FAQ link from the main page? While (as some of you may have noticed -- or not, thanks to Joe)*grin* HTML markups are not exactly my forte. However, I would be happy to attempt creating at least the text portion... and take a stab at the rest, if Joe or Max will hold my hand.

Answer to questions could include both basic info AND links to old threads, where relevant.

At the top of my list would be "how do I embed a blue clicky thing in my messages?" ;-)

It could include (or link to) basic DT search rules, i.e. use of [phrase matching] as well as thread naming conventions, etc... kind of a "crash course in Mudcat/DT", perhaps broken down by technical (how do I?)vs. social questions ("local" netiquette).

By allowing newbies to be initally directed to the FAQ, this will hopefully cut down on
a)aggravation for those who have "been there, done that";
b)frustration for the newcomers who may feel somewhat lost and/or discouraged; and,
c)endless rehashing of old topics.

Not that we aren't generally an encouraging crew. =) Then, once have read the FAQ if they still have questions they will know how to (hopefully) title the thread appropriately and otherwise feel more free to join in discussions.

*Whew!* Sorry, didn't mean to write an essay. Whatcha think?

*elektra*