I do not think that it would help much. The "I want" posters would still be trying to take without giving. They would end up trying to hack the private groups. We already have had reports of members log in being used by others.
When I see someone asking for suggestions as to how to solve a problem, I do what I can to help. It is my way of supporting the site as money is tight and I usually do not have free funds to contribute financially.
When someone starts right off asking for firmware or manuals, until a little over a year ago I would refer them to Paul. Since Paul is no longer here with us, other than in spirit, I look at a couple of things on the left column of the thread and the persons profile:
- Do they contribute financial? If yes, then I am more likely to assist.
- Do they have red cards? This is a big warning flag to me that either they have broken rules or have been disrespectful to those who contribute, financially and knowledge.
- Do they have green cards and how many? One of the indications that they are here to help others.
- how many overall posts do they have.
- What is their Rep Power? Another indication that they are here to help others.
- How much information have they provided in their profile?
- And finally the attitude that they display in their posts.
If I decide that I will provide what the person is needing I will PM and ask for an email address.
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