01-27-2019, 10:22 PM
Hi jim!
I've noticed many of the forums are slower than they used to be - and I think facebook groups are part of the reason. The advantage of facebook groups is they are quick, dumb, and accessible easily from a smart phone while you are on the toilet or waiting at a doctor's office. The disadvantage is that they are not searchable (topics just seem to go away and it isn't easy to find an old post - and individual posts won't come up in google searches).
Facebook groups = fun for mindless browsing and quick responses and posting a quick photo.
Forums = good for in-depth information.
Unfortunately we are moving into a quicker, less patient society. I think it is more difficult for many folks to find the time to participate in forums like this than they used to.
I've noticed many of the forums are slower than they used to be - and I think facebook groups are part of the reason. The advantage of facebook groups is they are quick, dumb, and accessible easily from a smart phone while you are on the toilet or waiting at a doctor's office. The disadvantage is that they are not searchable (topics just seem to go away and it isn't easy to find an old post - and individual posts won't come up in google searches).
Facebook groups = fun for mindless browsing and quick responses and posting a quick photo.
Forums = good for in-depth information.
Unfortunately we are moving into a quicker, less patient society. I think it is more difficult for many folks to find the time to participate in forums like this than they used to.
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Kevin
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